Two-Day Conference: 2026 SCHOOL LIBRARIES Conference: Practical Strategies That Work! (Grades K-6) Presented by Expert Librarians

Choose from 21 Strategy-Packed Conference Sessions

• Outstanding Trainers
• School Library Resources
• Hundreds of Practical Strategies
… and Much More!

Uniquely Qualified Instructors

Christina Dorr is a national award-winning librarian, author and presenter with extensive award-winning books experience. She has served on a number of state and national award committees including the Caldecott, Coretta Scott King, Geisel Award, and Stonewall. She reviews for The Horn Book Magazine and has reviewed and written for several other journals including School Library Journal, Book Links, School Library Connection, and more. For many years, Christina has presented on the best children's and young adult literature. Her latest published book is Profiles in Resilience: Books for Children and Teens That Center the Lived Experience of Generational Poverty (American Library Association, 2021).

Crystal Trice is an award-winning school librarian and frequent state and national presenter. With experience as both a School Librarian and Youth Services Librarian, she brings a depth of knowledge and practical experience to her presentations. Crystal blends library expertise and a passion for sharing practical ways educators can add creative spark within their school libraries. Crystal is known for her inspirational message, budget-friendly ideas, and innovative ways for creating outstanding makerspaces and learning centers.

Kristen Mattson, a seasoned school librarian dedicated to empowering K-6 students, teachers, and librarians, will help you energize your school library program. With a wealth of experience and a reputation as a sought-after conference presenter, Kristen inspires educators to transform libraries into vibrant, student-centered hubs of collaboration. Discover the secrets to fostering strong readers and information-savvy students in her captivating sessions. Prepare for an energizing, relevant presentation brimming with practical plans and resources, ready for immediate implementation!

Conference Agenda

Who Should Attend

Grades K-6: School Librarians, School Library Technicians, School Library Clerks, and Library Paraprofessionals

Special Benefits of Attending

Comprehensive Digital Resource Handbook
You will receive an extensive digital resource handbook, specifically designed for this conference. Included in the handbook are resource materials for ALL conference sessions, even those you don't attend. These materials include:

• Lesson plans and ideas to immediately implement in your classroom and library
• Lists of digital resources for you to access after the seminar
• Ways to support and encourage students to be enthusiastic readers
• Websites that enhance the reading experience for all students
• Practical ideas to keep you up-to-date with the latest trends

Semester Credit Option
Up to four graduate level professional development credits are available with an additional fee and completion of follow-up practicum activities. Details for direct enrollment with University of Massachusetts Global, a nonprofit affiliate, will be available at this program.

Meet Inservice Requirements
Participants of both the Live Online Seminar and those completing the Recorded Version online can receive a certificate of participation that may be used to verify five continuing education hours. State CEUs are available for both versions of the course. For specific details, visit www.ber.org/ceus.

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