KY Association of School Librarians

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KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· 29d

At KASL, we know firsthand how Kentucky’s school librarians support well-rounded, empowered learners and add to the many vibrant learning experiences offered in our buildings. Explore current openings and help us spread the word! www.kasl.us/advocacy/ope... #KentuckyLibraries #tlsky

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Jul 17

Congratulations, Dr. Lynn Reynolds, 2026 Recipient of the KASL Barby Hardy Lifetime Achievement Award! #KentuckyLibraries

Congratulations, Dr. Lynn Reynolds, 2026 Recipient of the KASL Barby Hardy Lifetime Achievement Award!
Throughout her career, Dr. Lynn Reynolds has shaped not only school libraries in Jefferson County but the future of school librarianship across Kentucky.
Her leadership has strengthened literacy, expanded equitable access to information, elevated professional learning, and championed intellectual freedom. She created systems that continue to serve students and librarians today.
Dr. Reynolds' legacy is measured not only by the programs she created, but by the countless educators she inspired and the students whose opportunities were expanded because of her vision.

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Jul 17

Congratulations to Deanna Burnett, our 2026 KASL School Librarian of the Year! #KentuckyLibraries

Congratulations to Deanna Burnett, our 2026 KASL School Librarian of the Year! Deanna Burnett is not only an exceptional school librarian, she is a leader who strengthens libraries across Kentucky. Through her service with KASL and CKASL and presentations at state conferences, she has inspired countless educators beyond her own school.

At Foley Middle School, she is a collaborative instructional partner who creates engaging programs that foster literacy, creativity, and a love of learning, while ensuring every student has access to meaningful library experiences. Her passion for students, dedication to colleagues, and commitment to advancing the profession make her a beautifully deserving recipient.

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· May 12

Kentucky Association of School Librarians Expresses Grave Concern Over Erosion of High-Quality Library Programs in Fayette County Public Schools Press Release: drive.google.com/file/d/1N4K8...

KASL Kentucky Association of School Librarians Press Release

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Apr 28

KASL Members, check your email! Don't miss the last Power Hour of the school year. Join KASL and Terri Grief for some awesome MS/HS book talks! #KentuckyLibraries

Power Hour may 7, 2026, Kentucky Association of School Librarians

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Apr 17

𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗞𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗰𝗸𝘆 𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱! Thank you to our students for reading & voting. TY to KASL & the KBA committees for all of their hard work. AND congratulations to the authors & illustrators who created these works of art and shared them with all of us! www.kasl.us/kba/kba-winn...

2026 Kentucky Bluegrass Award Winners, Preschool Bakery Dragon, k-2 The Quacken, 3-5 Stone Age Beasts, 6-8 The Island, 9-12 The Reappearance of Rachel Price

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Apr 1

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵! School libraries and the certified teacher librarians who make them vibrant places of learning are worth all the celebrating! Fun way to celebrate your own work (or a friend's) Use this template and share it. There are prizes!! www.kasl.us/advocacy/sch...

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Mar 17

Thank you @teachingbooks.bsky.social for getting our 2027 Kentucky Bluegrass Award nominees added so quickly! Great resource! school.teachingbooks.net/tb.cgi?lid=1...

screenshot of the TeachingBooks for Schools page showing the Kentucky Bluegrass Award 2027 Preschool nominee list, with 10 book results and filter options on the left

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Feb 20

Registration is open for the 2026 KASL Summer Refresher!!! (Current KLA/KASL members, check your email for the member discount code!) www.kasl.us/sr Call for proposals is open, too! #KentuckyLibraries

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Jan 5

Hey KASL/KLA members! Check your email for this awesome opportunity! Start the new year with a moment to reflect, reset, and reconnect with the joy of librarianship! Guest speaker: @captainlibrary.bsky.social!! #KyLChat #KentuckyLibraries

Power Hour, new year - finding your library joy in 2026, January 8 2026

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Nov 8

Books are Magical! #TLsky

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Nov 6

Please check out our Fall Newsletter app.smore.com/n/38b6h #KYLibraries #KyLChat #KentuckyLibraries

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Oct 8

Last chance to register! Our October Power Hour is happening this Thursday, October 9th at 6:30 p.m. EST, and you don’t want to miss it! We’re diving into all things Horror and Thriller in school libraries: from elementary favorites to high school classics. Register now forms.gle/RLv3xSjMGgWQ...

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Aug 8

Join us for this virtual professional learning event! FREE for KASL/KLA members. #KyLChat #KentuckyLibraries www.tickettailor.com/events/kentu...

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Jul 9

Last reminder! Summer Refresher is next week! Register now! www.kasl.us/sr #KyLchat #KentuckyLibraries

KASL Summer Refresher July 14-15 Louisville

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· May 20

School Librarians! Now is the time. Register now for the KASL Summer Refresher. You can find all of the details here: www.kasl.us/sr #KyLChat #KentuckyLibraries #KASLSR25

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Apr 4

School Librarian Day! 📚🎉 Thank you for transforming libraries into hubs of learning and discovery. You inspire reading, teach vital skills, and create innovative experiences. Your passion and expertise make a profound difference in students' lives. #KentuckyLibraries #KyLChat @aaslala.bsky.social

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Mar 23

Library leaders leading. We are making progress. #KyLChat #KentuckyLibraries

Meeting a Centre college, large room, with tables and chairs, and wonky wide angle panoramic shot that stretches everyone out

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Mar 17

Congratulations Leo Timmers! Your book, Bear's Lost Glasses, has been named a nominee for the @kasl.us Kentucky Bluegrass Award! #KyLChat #KentuckyLibraries

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Mar 16

Announcing 🎉🎉 📚 @kasl.us 2026 Nominees for the Kentucky Bluegrass Award www.kasl.us/kba/kba-nomi... #KyLChat @joinkla.bsky.social #KentuckyLibraries Congratulations to every illustrator & author! KY Students will vote in spring of 26 & winners will be announced in April! 📚 Thank you, KBA Committees!

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Feb 12

This is a reminder that you and your Kentucky school library-supporting friends can sign up to receive information and updates from KASL. (We do not send emails often) Please share this post with your favorite library-loving contacts! www.kasl.us/advocacy/sta... #KyLChat

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Feb 1

Hey school library friends! Need help explaining why school libraries and certified school librarians are important to our students? PDF version: drive.google.com/file/d/1TOlQ... #KyLChat #KyLibraries #TLsky

SCHOOL LIBRARIANS
HELP KENTUCKY STUDENTS
THINK
SHARE
Display curiosity and
initiative when seeking
information by
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·
Encouraging learners to
formulate their own
questions about topics
Activating learners'
background knowledge
to help them make new
connections.
Communicate with peer
and community
audiences by
•
Developing learners'
collaboration skills
• Providing
opportunities and
support for engaging
online and in-person
activities
CREATE
GROW
Develop new products to
demonstrate their
learning by
•
Supporting the use of
digital and traditional
creation skills to make
multimedia products
Helping draw new
conclusions to spark
ideas
Support learners' growth in
and out of the traditional
school day by
·
Providing instruction in
multiple forms of literacy
(traditional, digital,
media, information)
Developing learners'
love for reading and
providing access to
relevant materials
Kentucky school libraries and certified school librarians
are indispensable in shaping well-rounded, informed, and
empowered learners.
By recognizing and supporting their multifaceted roles,
we invest in the future success of our students
and the overall strength of our educational system.
KASL
Kentucky Association
of School Librarians
SCHOOL LIBRARIES SUPPORT LEARNING
KASL is a 300+ member state-wide professional organization of
certified school librarians. Organized by regional districts, KASL
membership extends into every Kentucky county.
Every young Kentuckian deserves a high-quality school library.
Every KASL librarian serves their students, school, and district
in the pursuit of knowledge and understanding.
WE ARE TEACHERS
•
•
Kentucky school librarians are certified
teachers with specialized graduate degrees
in Library Science. Most served as
classroom teachers for many years before
specializing in school librarianship.
Kentucky school librarians teach students
how to sift through the vast sea of
information, equipping them to distinguish
credible sources from misinformation.
School librar…

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Jan 23

Members… don’t miss Power Hour tonight! 6:30 ET on Mighty Network #KyLChat

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Jan 16

KASL Members! Join us for our next Power Hour... All About Advocacy #KyLChat Jan 23, 5:30 Central, 6:30 Eastern RSVP on mighty network: kasl-librarians.mn.co/posts/76350002

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Nov 12

Join KASL for "Power Hour: Tech Tools Roundup" featuring Enid Wohlstein from KYVL. Learn about the latest tech tools and resources to enhance your library or classroom, connect with fellow librarians, and share your own favorite tech tool at the end of this informative session.

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Oct 9

📚 KASL Power Hour 📚 All about books! Share favorite titles, discover new reads, & enjoy Terri Grief's booktalks. Connect and get inspired! #KASLReads #KyLChat #KentuckyLibraries Oct. 24, 3:30 CT, 4:30 ET Register: kasl-librarians.mn.co/posts/68456626

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Oct 9

📚 KASL Members and School Library Champions! 📚 Our latest KASL October/November newsletter is packed with exciting updates and opportunities! Stay connected and informed! #KyLChat #KentuckyLibraries secure.smore.com/n/t632r

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Sep 14

Calling all KASL Members! Ready to work smarter, not harder? Join us for KASL Power Hour! 🗓️ Thursday, September 19th ⏰ 6:30 PM EST more info on Mighty Network: kasl-librarians.mn.co/posts/66860040 (Mighty Network access is included with your KLA/KASL Membership)

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Sep 12

Join us! This fall, we aim to have 𝟴𝟱% of teacher librarians join KLA, which is how you join KASL. The KASL District with the highest membership level will receive a gift card to give away at their next meeting! www.kasl.us/about/joinin... #KyLChat

KY Association of School Librarians@kasl· Aug 29

Enid Wohlstein, MLIS, is the deserving recipient of the 2024 KASL Award of Merit for her outstanding contributions to advocating for effective school library media services and meaningful educational partnerships. #KentuckyLibraries Congratulations!!