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New State Library Database Preview! Gale Presents: Peterson's Test Prep |
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New Titles at the SD State Library: October 2024. The SDSL: DOE Bibliography lists all new titles added at SDSL for books, SD Government publications, DVDs, and more! |
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Third episode of the School Library Pulse is now released! |
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Storytime South Dakota events to be hosted at libraries throughout state |
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8th Annual Performance Showcase |
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Storytime South Dakota |
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New Titles at the SD State Library: September 2024. The SDSL: DOE Bibliography lists all new titles added at SDSL for books, SD Government publications, DVDs, and more! |
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| South Dakota librarians earn accreditation Oct. 2, 2024 |
| Ten South Dakota public libraries awarded accreditation Oct. 2, 2024 |
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Second episode of the School Library Pulse is now released! |
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| School Library 101 course, a Library Methods On-Demand Course |
| Book Study: The Joy of Reading |
| Spring/Summer 2024 Prairie Trails Newsletter - Staff Introduction: Jeanette Munyer, 2024 Summer Reading Program, and Jack's Reading Corner |
| Every year the State Library compiles a statistical report of state aggregated data from public libraries in South Dakota. See the latest Public Library Facts & Stats 2024. |
| Back to School Database Check: Make sure your students can access the SDSL databases once they are back in the classroom! |
| The August School Library Monthly Update is now online! It features news, upcoming events, reminders, a to-do list, a new way to look at YOUR data, and annual report examples from your fellow SD school librarians. |
| Six South Dakota librarians earn Certificate of Public Library Management |
| South Dakota Teen Choice Book Award Winners Announced: 2024-25 |
| Please take a moment to take the survey on School Library Collect + Connect Meet-Ups. |
| Next week join the ALS Social Club! ALS Patrons come together over a Zoom call, and we'll talk about South Dakota adventures! |
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HB 1197 Informational Sessions were held late May 2024. |
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State Library recognizes 21st Century School Libraries, May 24, 2024 |
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State Library promotes reading, May 22, 2024 |
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Electronic Resources for Teachers Course is a 2-week (8 CECH) course designed for K-12 teachers. Participants will discover the benefits of the SDSL electronic resources and how to incorporate them into their lessons. Registration still open: June 10-23, online via Canvas. |
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Summer break is just around the corner! Between hunting down missing items and doing inventory on your entire collection, you will be busy the next few weeks. Whether you are a first-year teacher-librarian or a seasoned media specialist, this end-of-year guide will help you manage your time and get everything accomplished! |
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HB 1197 Informational Sessions will be hosted on May 22 and May 29. State Librarian George Seamon will be holding these sessions to discuss public library and school compliance with HB 1197. |
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Registration is now open for the SD Act Early Webinar on May 10 |
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The deadline for applying for voluntary staff certification is August 2 this year. This program recognizes library directors and staff who actively upgrade their skills. |
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The 21st Century School Library Award deadline is May 1. |
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Deadline for completing the School Library Survey is May 3. |
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The School Librarian Leadership Retreat is an in-person focused gathering designed to empower and inspire school librarians to enhance their leadership skills, share best practices, and explore innovative strategies for creating an impactful school library. The 2024 retreat is July 28-29 in Pierre. |
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Electronic Resources for Teachers Course: June 10 - 23 |
State Library offices will be closed Friday, March 29 and Monday, April 1. Have a safe and wonderful Easter holiday! |
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The 21st Century School Library Award application is open! This award recognizes schools with libraries that meet the characteristics of a 21st Century school library through its place, professional, and program as outlined in the South Dakota School Library Guidelines. Learn more and apply for your library! |
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21st Century School Library Award opens March 1 |
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Collect + Connect Day Camp: Register today for this in-person professional development and networking opportunity for all librarians across the state, March 9 in Sturgis |
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Join the 2024 Library Book Study course as we delve into the book "Cultivating Connected Learning" by Megan E. Barrett and Rebecca J. Ranallo. Register today to particpate during March 2024 |
SD State Library Board Quarterly meeting
Thurs. Feb. 15, 2024
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