About the Instructor – Stephanie Galvan Russell

Uniquely Qualified Instructor

Stephanie Galvan Russell is a dynamic school librarian, national presenter, and instructional designer with a passion for bringing practical, tech-savvy solutions to libraries. A recognized leader in library innovation, Stephanie helps school librarians reclaim their time, reimagine programming, and confidently integrate AI to support students and staff. Her hands-on seminar focuses on creative problem solving, personalized learning, and ethical AI use. Stephanie brings her relatable, librarian-first perspective to every seminar and is known for her practical tips, humor, and energy. She has presented at state, national and international conferences, and served on countless state and national committees. Stephanie is the author of SCHOOL LIBRARIANS: Using AI Tools to Strengthen Your Library Program and Save Time, the extensive digital resource handbook you will receive at the seminar. Stephanie's seminars are exciting, fun, practical, and packed with creative ideas you can use right away.

Join Stephanie for a valuable day filled with cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence tools and resources you can use immediately to inspire, excite, and strengthen student learning in the library.

What Your Colleagues Say About Your Presenter

"So many takeaways! This wasn't just theory—Stephanie walked us through tools and helped us actually use them. I'm excited, not overwhelmed."

"Stephanie made AI click for me in a way no one else has. Her examples were so practical. I used what I learned the next day in my library!"

"So valuable! What an extensive set of resources for creating engaging learning experiences that blend creativity, literacy, and tech tools."

"Stephanie is a wealth of information and loves to share her knowledge with others."

"Stephanie was very engaging and provided examples for us to use."