{"id":33652,"date":"2025-10-10T13:49:55","date_gmt":"2025-10-10T18:49:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/?p=33652"},"modified":"2025-10-10T13:49:55","modified_gmt":"2025-10-10T18:49:55","slug":"management-update-2025-10","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/2025\/10\/10\/management-update-2025-10\/","title":{"rendered":"Library Management Update: October 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lib-mgt-services_640x145-1.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"145\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lib-mgt-services_640x145-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-31945\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lib-mgt-services_640x145-1.png 640w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/lib-mgt-services_640x145-1-300x68.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a68cf61ab27ba20385c73e84c67a995b\" style=\"color:#a91e2f;font-size:26px\"><em><strong>Upcoming Opportunities<\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These opportunities are available for free unless otherwise noted. Descriptions are provided by host organizations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/TxLA-Logo-BLUE.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/TxLA-Logo-BLUE-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Decorative logo for the texas library association (TLA)\" class=\"wp-image-29958\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/TxLA-Logo-BLUE-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/TxLA-Logo-BLUE-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/TxLA-Logo-BLUE-50x50.jpg 50w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/TxLA-Logo-BLUE.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Awards and Scholarships<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Open<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Texas Library Association (TLA) offers awards and scholarships honoring excellence in and contributions to the library profession. In addition, TLA offers stipends to help defray the costs of attending Annual Conference and membership, and many TLA units also offer awards and scholarships. Apply to help your work get recognized! For more information, visit the association\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/txla.org\/awards-scholarships-stipends\/tla-awards-scholarships\/\">awards, scholarships, and stipends webpage<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Training-Magazine-Network-Logo.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Training-Magazine-Network-Logo-150x150.png\" alt=\"decorative logo for trining magazine network\" class=\"wp-image-33653\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Training-Magazine-Network-Logo-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Training-Magazine-Network-Logo-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Training-Magazine-Network-Logo-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Training-Magazine-Network-Logo-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Training-Magazine-Network-Logo-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Training-Magazine-Network-Logo.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Whole-Person Leadership: A Strategic Framework for Team Clarity, Engagement, and Performance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>October 14, 2025\u00a0 |\u00a0 12:00 p.m. (Pacific)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today\u2019s evolving workplace demands more than productivity. It requires leadership that\u2019s human, aligned, and sustainable. In this session, leadership strategist Kris Cala introduces the&nbsp;C.O.M.P.A.S.S. Framework, a whole-person leadership model designed to help HR leaders and managers reduce confusion, elevate engagement, and create culture-forward strategy.<br><br>In this webinar, participants will learn how to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identify early signs of misalignment and energy leaks within team dynamics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use the C.O.M.P.A.S.S. Framework to realign communication, accountability, and performance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply whole-person leadership practices that support clarity, trust, and motivation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Implement a practical tool to enhance alignment during team check-ins or planning sessions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br>This training is ideal for HR professionals, people managers, learning and development leaders, and organizational decision-makers navigating retention challenges, rising stress, and fast-moving change. For more information, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trainingmagnetwork.com\/events\/4218?gref=SG_SA1_092025\">webinar homepage<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Walmart-Logo.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Walmart-Logo-150x150.png\" alt=\"Decorative logo for Walmart\" class=\"wp-image-33416\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Walmart-Logo-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Walmart-Logo-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Walmart-Logo-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Walmart-Logo-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Walmart-Logo-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Walmart-Logo.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Walmart Spark Good Local Grants<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>October 15, 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each year, Walmart U.S. stores, Sam\u2019s Clubs, and Distribution Centers award local cash grants ranging from $250 to $5,000.Local grants are designed to support local organizations that meet the unique needs of the communities where we operate, build pride among all associates, and deepen relationships with our customers. For more information, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walmart.org\/how-we-give\/program-guidelines\/spark-good-local-grants-guidelines\">grants webpage<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/pilcrow-site-logo.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"410\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/pilcrow-site-logo.png\" alt=\"decorative logo for The Pilcrow Foundation\" class=\"wp-image-33543\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/pilcrow-site-logo.png 410w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/pilcrow-site-logo-300x146.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 410px) 100vw, 410px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Children\u2019s Book Project Grants<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>October 15, 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Pilcrow Foundation, a national non-profit public charity, provides a 2-to-1 match to rural public libraries that receive a grant through its Children\u2019s Book Project and contribute $200-$400 through local sponsors for the purchase of up to $1,200 worth (at retail value) of new, quality, hardcover children\u2019s books. They provide a list of over 500 hardcover children\u2019s books from which grant recipients can select books best suited for their community. The book list includes award-winning and star-reviewed titles from educational and literary organizations. For more information, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepilcrowfoundation.org\/childrens-book-project-program-grants\/\">program website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Union-Square-Co.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Union-Square-Co-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33661\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Union-Square-Co-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Union-Square-Co-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Union-Square-Co-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Union-Square-Co-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Union-Square-Co-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Union-Square-Co.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Booked &amp; Buzzy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>October 16, 2025\u00a0 |\u00a0 11:30 am &#8211; 12:00 p.m. (Central)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hachette and Union Square &amp; Co. invite you to their inaugural Booked &amp; Buzzy virtual event. They know there is a lot going on, your schedule is booked, your life is busy, so they\u2019ve crafted a short and sweet program to slot into a lunch break. 30 minutes, two authors, one Book Buzz. Although this is held via Teams, you do not need Teams in order to participate. For more information, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/events.teams.microsoft.com\/event\/1ca60d27-837f-47e0-870c-6439bfa94440@f881a2c5-0a89-4831-81b1-c7846c49594d?utm_source=HAL+Adult+2023&amp;utm_campaign=cb53a0d8a3-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2024_09_24_08_42_COPY_01&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_term=0_-39166186c6-468241997&amp;mc_cid=cb53a0d8a3&amp;mc_eid=99bdc88a82\">event website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/GovLoop-Logo.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/GovLoop-Logo-150x150.png\" alt=\"Decorative image of the logo for GovLoop\" class=\"wp-image-32155\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/GovLoop-Logo-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/GovLoop-Logo-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/GovLoop-Logo-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/GovLoop-Logo-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/GovLoop-Logo-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/GovLoop-Logo.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>NextGen Virtual Summit<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>October 22, 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The\u00a0NextGen Summit\u00a0inspires government innovation and provides training and leadership opportunities for public servants. Since 2010, the FREE two-day summit has inspired over 5,000 federal, state and local government employees to become the leaders government needs. 2025 will be the 16th year GovLoop has hosted the NextGen Government Training Summit. They are excited to offer two dates for the virtual summit this year; both dates will be free to all attendees. For more information, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nextgengovt.com\/about\">conference website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Partners-for-Rural-Impact-Logo.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Partners-for-Rural-Impact-Logo-150x150.png\" alt=\"decorative logo for the Partners for Rural Impact\" class=\"wp-image-32566\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Partners-for-Rural-Impact-Logo-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Partners-for-Rural-Impact-Logo-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Partners-for-Rural-Impact-Logo-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Partners-for-Rural-Impact-Logo-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Partners-for-Rural-Impact-Logo-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Partners-for-Rural-Impact-Logo.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Call for Proposals<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>October 22, 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the end of each year, the Rural Library eSummit brings together more than 500 rural library practitioners and friends from across rural America to celebrate their role in building strong communities. At the eSummit, practitioners learn more about using cradle-to-career strategies to address educational and health disparities as well as having the chance to access resources needed to do this work. During the eSummit, incentives will be shared, and networking opportunities will abound! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Rural Library Network eSummit will showcase the power of rural libraries to lead movements, activate partnerships, strengthen systems, and serve as \u201cbright spots\u201d across the country. Thus, they invite&nbsp;breakout session proposals&nbsp;that highlight&nbsp;real-world strategies, bold ideas, and replicable (scalable) models. Whether you are leading change in a single community or building statewide momentum, they want to hear from you. For more information, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/partnersrural.org\/rural-library-network-e-summit\/\">event website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/tslac_logo.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/tslac_logo-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33006\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/tslac_logo-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/tslac_logo-50x50.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>E-Read Texas: An Overview<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>October 22, 2025\u00a0 |\u00a0 11:00 a.m. (Central)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Did you know the Texas State Library and Archives Commission has a free e-book and audiobook program for eligible public libraries?\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ldn\/ebooks\"><strong>E-Read Texas<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0is a program offered by the Texas State Library to bring e-books and audiobooks to small and medium-sized community libraries in all parts of the state. The collection includes nearly 19,000 titles, comprised of adult fiction, popular nonfiction, and young adult titles. This webinar will give you an overview of the E-Read Texas program and the Boundless mobile app and will explain how you can sign up for the program.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Annual Report, Part 1 &#8211;<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>Pulling It All Together<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>October 28, 2025&nbsp; |&nbsp; 2:00 p.m. (Central)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Join the TSLAC accreditation team for an insightful webinar that will provide context and meaning to this fundamental report. We\u2019ll discuss question definitions and where to find resources for necessary information as well as answer any questions. Since parts of this report require research, preparing near the end of the library\u2019s fiscal year can reduce stress during the reporting window that begins in January. This webinar may be valuable to you whether you are new to this report or need a refresher on all that it entails. For more information, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ldn\/cec\/upcoming-webinars\">Upcoming Webinars page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Library-Journal-Logo.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Library-Journal-Logo-150x150.png\" alt=\"Library Journal Logo\" class=\"wp-image-30095\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Library-Journal-Logo-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Library-Journal-Logo-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Library-Journal-Logo-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Library-Journal-Logo.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Day of Dialogue<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>October 23, 2025\u00a0 |\u00a0 9:00 am \u2013 6:00 pm (Eastern)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Join <em>Library Journal<\/em> on October 23 for their Library Journal Day of Dialog virtual event! Spanning a variety of genres, this day-long program will offer an in-depth look at the biggest forthcoming books for fall 2025 and winter 2026. You&#8217;ll hear directly from top authors as they discuss their new titles, inspiration, process, and more. Also make sure to visit the booths in the virtual exhibit hall to download free resources and chat with representatives. For more information, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.libraryjournal.com\/event\/library-journal-day-of-dialog-fall-2025?ss_sid=372371707&amp;utm_source=email&amp;utm_medium=sands_email&amp;utm_campaign=20251007_AdultLibrarian_NL&amp;lctg=372371707\">event website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/LibraryCon-Live-Logo.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/LibraryCon-Live-Logo-150x150.png\" alt=\"decorative logo for LibraryCon live!\" class=\"wp-image-33656\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/LibraryCon-Live-Logo-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/LibraryCon-Live-Logo-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/LibraryCon-Live-Logo-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/LibraryCon-Live-Logo-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/LibraryCon-Live-Logo-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/LibraryCon-Live-Logo.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Library Con Live<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>November 6, 2025\u00a0 |\u00a0 10:00 am \u2013 5:30 pm (Eastern)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Join\u00a0<em>Library Journal<\/em>\u00a0and\u00a0<em>School Library Journal<\/em>\u00a0for the\u00a0ninth annual LibraryCon Live! \u2014 a day-long celebration of fandom, spotlighting genre fiction for adults and teens with panels devoted to comics and graphic novels, horror, science fiction, fantasy, and more. Plus, network online while exploring the virtual exhibit hall, where you can chat with publishing reps and download free resources. Whether you&#8217;re a public or school librarian, an educator, or a superfan, don&#8217;t miss this chance to meet with some of your favorite creators. For more information, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.libraryjournal.com\/event\/libraryconlive2025\">event webpage<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Libraries-as-Launchpads-Logo.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Libraries-as-Launchpads-Logo-150x150.png\" alt=\"decorative logo for Libraries as Launchpads program\" class=\"wp-image-32753\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Libraries-as-Launchpads-Logo-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Libraries-as-Launchpads-Logo-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Libraries-as-Launchpads-Logo-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Libraries-as-Launchpads-Logo-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Libraries-as-Launchpads-Logo-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Libraries-as-Launchpads-Logo.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong><strong>Certified Entrepreneurship Librarian Rural Libraries Scholarship<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><strong>November 15, 2025<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Registration is currently open for Libraries as Launchpads Certification One &#8211; Entrepreneurship Librarian Certification Program. The program is offering 3 free seats to small and rural libraries based on identified needed and ability to fully commit. In addition to the scholarship application, participants also need to fill out the registration form for the program. On the question regarding payment, mark that you\u2019re applying for the Rural Libraries Scholarship. For more information, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/gmvxpn3e.paperform.co\/\">scholarship webpage<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-default\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color\" id=\"ongoing-tools\" style=\"color:#a91e2f;font-size:26px\"><em><strong>Ongoing Tools<\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These tools are available for free unless otherwise noted. Descriptions are provided by host organizations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Circulating-Ideas-Podcast.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Circulating-Ideas-Podcast-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33657\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Circulating-Ideas-Podcast-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Circulating-Ideas-Podcast-50x50.jpg 50w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Circulating-Ideas-Podcast.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>The Library Leader\u2019s Guide to Human Resources (podcast)<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Steve Thomas, host of <em>Circulating Ideas<\/em>, chats with Dr. Steve Albrecht, author of <em>The Library Leader\u2019s Guide to Human Resources: Keeping It Real, Legal, and Ethical<\/em>, about the importance of library leaders learning about human resources, handling performance reviews, onboarding, and why civility is the key to a healthy and effective workplace culture. For more information, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/circulatingideas.com\/\">podcast website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/fcc-seal-rgb-2020-large.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/fcc-seal-rgb-2020-large-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33658\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/fcc-seal-rgb-2020-large-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/fcc-seal-rgb-2020-large-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/fcc-seal-rgb-2020-large-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/fcc-seal-rgb-2020-large-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/fcc-seal-rgb-2020-large-1536x1536.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/fcc-seal-rgb-2020-large-2048x2048.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/fcc-seal-rgb-2020-large-50x50.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Federal Communications Commission (FCC) \u2013 Consumer Affairs and Outreach Division (CAOD)<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The FCC\u2019s CAOD provides free, ready-to-use consumer guides for your library\u2014available in print, multiple languages, and accessible formats. Staff are also available for virtual meetings to walk you through available resources. Explore guides on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fcc.gov\/consumer-guides\">Consumer Guides page<\/a>, connect via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fcc.gov\/general\/outreach\">the division homepage<\/a>, or email <a href=\"mailto:Outreach@fcc.gov\">Outreach@fcc.gov<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/GovLoop-Logo.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/GovLoop-Logo-150x150.png\" alt=\"Decorative image of the logo for GovLoop\" class=\"wp-image-32155\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/GovLoop-Logo-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/GovLoop-Logo-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/GovLoop-Logo-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/GovLoop-Logo-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/GovLoop-Logo-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/GovLoop-Logo.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>The Art of Smarter Delegation (article)<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Are You Doing Delegation Right? Delegation can seem like an extra step, and you may wonder, \u201cIs it worth it when I can just do it myself?\u201d\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fclick.govloop.com%2FMjMxLURXQi03NzYAAAGdEH2_QVhS6yHpRSOMRmLbigfJbyjiH6ZNg5DbSLeejKSlhfpwd_q-05OrBw0-zpAS-4mQOk8%3D&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cctaylor%40tsl.texas.gov%7Ccd6dfbfa4f2a414c93e808ddf9dfa23b%7Ca4597bff9f384145a0334a2168399a5e%7C0%7C0%7C638941461087566679%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=yweZDbT%2BD7dT5hotP7LL5dnB5DaecHJSMHLcQPjc5ic%3D&amp;reserved=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Here\u2019s why delegating wisely<\/a>\u00a0will help you work more efficiently\u00a0and develop your staff&#8217;s skillsets. For more information, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.govloop.com\/community\/blog\/the-art-of-smarter-delegation\/?mkt_tok=MjMxLURXQi03NzYAAAGdEH2_QTPwd89aGdjKInuI52XrhX-cWTtDjzdXiUieQNUTlHf21U5MZ1v3J1wlENR5qz-a6TPQhjhhi1p5sp4HawGor6-41cm4pVKbmHkGpCuai3iN\">GovLoop blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Library-Reads-Logo.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Library-Reads-Logo-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33659\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Library-Reads-Logo-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Library-Reads-Logo-298x300.png 298w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Library-Reads-Logo-1017x1024.png 1017w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Library-Reads-Logo-768x773.png 768w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Library-Reads-Logo-1525x1536.png 1525w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Library-Reads-Logo-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Library-Reads-Logo.png 1682w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong><strong><strong>Library Reads<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">LibraryReads is the monthly nationwide \u201cstaff picks\u201d list, showcasing the top ten upcoming books that librarians across the country can\u2019t wait to recommend. From debuts to bestsellers, these titles reflect the collective excitement of public library staff and serve as a trusted resource for readers looking for their next great read. For more information, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/libraryreads.org\/\">program website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/National-Network-of-Libraries-of-Medecine.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/National-Network-of-Libraries-of-Medecine-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"decorative logo for the National Network of Libraries of Medicine\" class=\"wp-image-33539\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/National-Network-of-Libraries-of-Medecine-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/National-Network-of-Libraries-of-Medecine-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/National-Network-of-Libraries-of-Medecine-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/National-Network-of-Libraries-of-Medecine-50x50.jpg 50w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/National-Network-of-Libraries-of-Medecine.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Disaster Preparedness Forum 2025<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This free virtual forum on disaster planning and preparedness occurs in September and features expert speakers presenting on data tools and resources, disaster planning communication, and institutional preparedness. Disasters may include weather events, pandemic, violence (mass shooter, violent protests), accidents (train derailment, building collapse, etc.), earthquake, explosion or any other event that may be sudden, unexpected and poses dangers to life and property.\u00a0To view recordings of the 2025 sessions, visit the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/playlist?list=PLUlRqrjIldD6723_Owv-6L5_lffWjjCIL&amp;si=OUkY-TVPk8K0fqhr\">event&#8217;s YouTube playlist<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/PLAN-Logo.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/PLAN-Logo-150x150.png\" alt=\"This is a decorative logo for the Partners Library Action Network (PLAN)\" class=\"wp-image-31099\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/PLAN-Logo-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/PLAN-Logo-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/PLAN-Logo-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/PLAN-Logo.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Library Leadership Essentials<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Strengthen your leadership skills and connect with peers through our Partner Library Librarianship Networks\u2019 <em>Library Leadership Essentials<\/em>. This seroes pf trainings offers practical tools, shared insights, and supportive networking to help you grow as a leader and guide your library into the future. For mor information, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@PLANPARTNERSLIBRARYACTIO-qp9yc\">organization\u2019s YouTue channel.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Training-Magazine-Network-Logo.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Training-Magazine-Network-Logo-150x150.png\" alt=\"decorative logo for trining magazine network\" class=\"wp-image-33653\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Training-Magazine-Network-Logo-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Training-Magazine-Network-Logo-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Training-Magazine-Network-Logo-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Training-Magazine-Network-Logo-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Training-Magazine-Network-Logo-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Training-Magazine-Network-Logo.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Building Drama-Resilience: Evidence-Based Methods for Engaging Conflict with Compassionate Accountability (webinar)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Drama is the mismanagement of conflict and diverts energy precious away from connection and results. Conflict itself, however, isn&#8217;t the problem. Conflict, when managed properly, can provide considerable energy for positive outcomes. Drama Resilience is a person&#8217;s capacity to use conflict in productive vs. destructive ways, and can be reliably measured. This session will apply new research on how Compassionate Accountability can help leaders build their drama-resilience by applying an evidence-based method for engaging conflict in a way that affirms the value, capability, and responsibility of all parties involved. Leave with new insight for quantifying and developing drama-resilience, and a template for turning conflict into new opportunities for trust, innovation, and impact. For more information, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trainingmagnetwork.com\/events\/4052?gref=calendar\">webinar homepage<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/tslac_logo.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/tslac_logo-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33006\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/tslac_logo-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/tslac_logo-50x50.png 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>TSLAC Genealogy Resources<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">National Family History Month is celebrated every October, inviting Americans to research their heritage and connect with their past. This year, the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) invites Texans to dig deeper into their family history with a variety of free resources!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">TSLAC\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/familyhistory\">Genealogy Resources website<\/a> (<a href=\"http:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/familyhistory\">www.tsl.texas.gov\/familyhistory<\/a>) was recently updated and provides a useful summary of available library and archives materials from its extensive collections that may be of interest to family history researchers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/TX-Health-and-Human-Services-Logo.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/TX-Health-and-Human-Services-Logo-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33660\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/TX-Health-and-Human-Services-Logo-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/TX-Health-and-Human-Services-Logo-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/TX-Health-and-Human-Services-Logo-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/TX-Health-and-Human-Services-Logo-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/TX-Health-and-Human-Services-Logo-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/TX-Health-and-Human-Services-Logo.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Print Catalog<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Texas Health and Human Services (HHS) offers a robust catalog of free health and human services materials. Topics span child and maternal health, immunizations, acquired brain injury, wellness programs, and more. Many items are available in PDF format for immediate printing, and physical copies may be requested through the catalog system. This is a valuable resource for stocking health-related handouts, public education flyers, or community wellness materials at little to no cost. For mor information, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/hhsc.mypinnaclecart.com\/\">online catalog<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Grant Development Center (GDC)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Grant Development Center (GDC) is a hub for grants education, funding opportunity tracking, and proposal support aimed at nonprofits, academic institutions, libraries, and government entities across Texas. GDC publishes bi-monthly email updates that include health-sector funding leads, training events, and grants-writing tips. Its website also features a \u201cGrant Writing 101\u201d section, a searchable directory of funding resources (public and private), and a glossary of common grantsmanship terms. For exploring community partnerships or seeking external support for health programming, the GDC is a practical resource to monitor and engage. For more information, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dshs.texas.gov\/grant-applications-funding\/grant-development-center\">GDC website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/WebJunction-Logo.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/WebJunction-Logo-150x150.png\" alt=\"Decorative logo for WebJunction\" class=\"wp-image-30886\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/WebJunction-Logo-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/WebJunction-Logo-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/WebJunction-Logo-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/WebJunction-Logo.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Building Community Relationships for Better Library Services (webinar)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many libraries are increasingly focused on planning library services collaboratively with their communities. Connected Learning, Participatory Design, and Community Led-Libraries are becoming standard practice, but to successfully embark on that work, the first (and ongoing!) thing library staff need to do is build robust and meaningful connections within their communities. In this session, we explore strategies for finding community partners and building relationships with them with the goal of truly working in collaboration with people they serve. We discuss strategies for small rural libraries up through large urban systems. You&#8217;ll hear from library staff who have successfully started doing this work in their own communities with partners who serve all ages. You&#8217;ll also learn about the importance of this work and why it needs to be supported by administrators and supervisors. For more information, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.webjunction.org\/events\/webjunction\/building-community-relationships.html\">webinar homepage<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-blue-color has-css-opacity has-blue-background-color has-background is-style-default\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color has-medium-font-size\" style=\"color:#a91e2f\"><em>Need more support?<\/em><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/TSLAC-Logo.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/TSLAC-Logo-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30549\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/TSLAC-Logo-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/TSLAC-Logo-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/TSLAC-Logo-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ld\/librarydevelopments\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/TSLAC-Logo.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color\" id=\"need-more-resources\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Resource Archive<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wish you had access to a repository of <em>all <\/em>the tools that are featured in the monthly Library Management Updates?<em> <\/em>Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1x3-QRTKU61LRaZw7LZTULEQT7b-DgtskNvZ9iqeMFl0\/export?format=xlsx\"><strong>Resource Archive<\/strong><\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong><strong>Continuing Education<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition, be sure to peruse our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ldn\/cec\"><strong>continuing education offerings<\/strong><\/a>. Our resources are constantly updated, so check back often.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-blue-color has-css-opacity has-blue-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color has-medium-font-size\" id=\"questions\" style=\"color:#a91e2f\"> <strong>Questions?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more information, visit our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsl.texas.gov\/ldn\/workshops\/slm\/overview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">management services&nbsp;page<\/a> or contact Christina Taylor&nbsp;at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:ctaylor@tsl.texas.gov\">ctaylor@tsl.texas.gov<\/a>. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column 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