Upcoming Opportunities
These opportunities are available for free unless otherwise noted. Descriptions are provided by host organizations.
Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP) Newsletter
June 2024
The June 2024 edition features information about a Semiquincentennial Survey, exhibiting at upcoming library conferences, a summer sale on CSLP store items, and spotlighting member libraries. Read the CSLP newsletter online or subscribe and receive it in your inbox each month.
The Mystery of the Monarchs with Author Barb Rosenstock and Illustrator Erika Meza
July 16, 2024 | 10 a.m. CT
Join the Texas Center for the Book (TCFB) for a free virtual book event! Barb Rosenstock and Erika Meza, the author and illustrator of the 2024 Texas Great Read for children, The Mystery of the Monarchs, will be interviewed by Michele Chan Santos, TCFB Coordinator, about their beautiful book and the inspiring message it has for children and everyone who loves butterflies and nature. A live Q and A with the author and illustrator will follow the event. Register for the webinar on Zoom, and for more information email Michele Santos at mcsantos@tsl.texas.gov
The Do’s and Don’ts of Delegation
July 29, 2024 | 4:00 p.m. ET
What effects do generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies, tools, and applications have on learning and teaching? What impacts will they have on our educational abilities and activities, collaboration and communication, literacy, student agency, and independent, informal, and lifelong learning? The Teaching and Learning with AI summit will consider these questions and more. Join us for this free virtual conference to learn how students, educators, and teachers of all types are utilizing generative artificial intelligence tools. Conversations and presentations in the conference will address the practical implications of these tools in the profession. For more information, visit the event website.
Martha Wong Scholarship
August 24, 2024
The Texas Library and Archives Foundation has announced a new scholarship opportunity for students in a Texas library/information science of school library certification program. The Martha Wong Scholarship will award a reimbursable grant of $2,000 that may be used for tuition or required textbooks. For full grant details, and to apply, visit the Foundation’s website. The application deadline is August 24.
This scholarship has been generously funded by Dr. Martha Wong, Chair of the Texas State Library and Archives Commission. Read the full press release.
Ongoing Tools
These tools are available for free unless otherwise noted. Descriptions are provided by host organizations.
Accreditation: What Every Texas Public Library Director Needs to Know (archived webinar)
In this recorded webinar from the Texas State Library and Archives Commission’s (TSLAC) New Director Orientation series, Assistant State Librarian Tim Gleisner provides an introduction to TSLAC and the Accreditation Team provides an overview of Accreditation, the Texas Public Libraries Annual Report (TPLAR), and TSLAC benefits for accredited libraries For access to the presentation recordings and resources, visit the “New Director Orientation” section of the Texas Public Library Management webpage.
For more information about accreditation and statistics, visit the Public Library Accreditation and Statistics webpage.
Conflict Management and De-escalation (archived webinar)
When given the appropriate knowledge and skills, we can all make informed, effective, and safe choices when facing customer conflict and violence. As part of that approach, join Suzanne Powell to discuss how we can create a shift in how we view and respond to these situations to enhance our safety and reduce employee stress. For more information, visit the event website.
TechSoup
TechSoup provides people around the world with the information they need to make smart decisions about technology at their organizations. Gain know-how from their blog, webinars, forums, and articles and how-tos. Keep up with the latest technology and trends delivered directly to your inbox with their free newsletters. If you’re looking for information specifically for libraries, you can browse TechSoup for Libraries. Ready for in-depth knowledge? TechSoup Courses can take your education to the next level. Furthermore, if you work at a nonprofit, library, or foundation in the U.S., your organization is potentially eligible for donated or discounted software, hardware, and services through TechSoup. For more information, visit the organization website.
Dare to Disagree (TED Talk)
Most people instinctively avoid conflict, but as Margaret Heffernan shows us, good disagreement is central to progress. She illustrates (sometimes counterintuitively) how the best partners aren’t echo chambers — and how great research teams, relationships and businesses allow people to deeply disagree. For more information, visit the event webpage.
Texas Touring Roster for 2024-2026
The Texas Commission on the Arts (TCA) is pleased to announce that 139 Texas artists and arts companies have been approved to the Texas Commission on the Arts (TCA) Texas Touring Roster for 2024-2026. The Texas Touring Roster features some of the state’s best artistic talent and is designed to ensure that all Texans may enjoy events and performances by these artists in their local communities. TCA provides grants to schools, libraries, theaters, and other nonprofits and government units throughout Texas to help with the cost of bringing in companies and artists from the roster. The Performance Support application is updated and available now for activities happening between September 1, 2024 and August 31, 2025. For more information, visit the roster’s webpage.
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Resource Archive
Wish you had access to a repository of all the tools that are featured in the monthly Library Management Updates? Check out our Resource Archive for more information.
Continuing Education
In addition, be sure to peruse our continuing education offerings. Our resources are constantly updated, so check back often.
Questions?
For more information, visit our management services page or contact Christina Taylor at ctaylor@tsl.texas.gov.
