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Professional Learning 

SLASA run a number of events throughout the year to benefit our members and support the Professional Development of ALL staff, working in a school library setting. 

Our goal is to:

  • Ensure that Teacher Librarians’ and other library staff have professional standing and qualifications which are promoted and strengthened in schools.
  • Provide relevant professional learning opportunities for school library staff at appropriate levels considering current trends and technologies.
  • Find suitable pathways for qualifications for those wishing to work in school libraries.
  • Promote relevant professional learning offered by other appropriate organisations.
  • Ensure that SLASA members are supported to participate in professional learning.

Each year SLASA endeavors to host an annual conference featuring keynote speakers who are prominent figures in the library sector. The committee attempts to organise professional development sessions on current, relevant topics to address the evolving needs of the sector.


Upcoming events

    • 31 Mar 2026
    • 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
    • Education Development Centre | 4 Milner St, Hindmarsh SA 5007
    • 52
    Register


    Come along to our AGM night with Guest Speaker, local author and SLASA patron Phil Cummings. Following Phil's keynote, we are excited to host a Literary Panel discussion with Phil, Tania Ingram, Becky Lucas from Becky's Literary Bookings and 2026-27 CBCA Older Readers category judge, Rachel Speck. It promises to be a rich and engaging conversation on a diverse range of current issues in children's literature.

    From the panel discussion we will move into our AGM after which there will be a light supper and the opportunity to meet with several SA book shops and vendors all in the one space! 

    Please contact the SLASA Team at slasa@slasa.asn.au if you have any queries.

    We look forward to seeing you there!


    PRESENTED BY:


    • 21 May 2026
    • 5:00 PM
    • Roma Mitchell Secondary College, Brians Road, Gepps Cross
    • 40
    Register


    Please join us for a tour of

    the Roma Mitchell Secondary College Library

    Explore a modern, vibrant resource centre designed to spark curiosity and inspire independent learning. See how their innovative space supports inquiry, research, creativity and a love of reading.

    We are also providing 2 sessions in addition to the tour

    Empowering Students: Library and Research Skills
    Developing a directory for SA school library staff

    Learn about tried-and-true strategies for teaching essential library and research skills to students which foster independent learning and critical thinking. Also hear about some of the wonderful companies, associations and the “who to contact when…” for SA school library staff.

    Snacks provided.

    NO CHARGE TO ATTEND for SLASA members

    $10 non SLASA members

    *Registration required by Wednesday 20 May*

    Roma Mitchell Secondary College
    Briens Road, Gepps Cross 

    Thursday 21st May 2026

    5.00 pm to 6.30 pm


    PRESENTED BY:


    • 12 Jun 2026
    • 8:30 AM
    • 13 Jun 2026
    • 3:45 PM
    • Hotel Grand Chancellor | Hindley St, Adelaide
    • 156
    Register


    Join us for the 2026 SLASA Conference!

    We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming dynamic and informative conference at our The Grand Chancellor Hotel in Adelaide, featuring Dr Margaret Merga, Dr Kaye Oddone, Megan Daley and Stephanie Smith from the Australian Media Literacy Alliance presenting Keynote presentations during our conference.

    This year's theme, "Plot Twist - From page to powerful thought", promises an exciting lineup of speakers and sessions covering a wide array of topics relevant to school libraries. From reading engagement, curating digital resources, preparing students for University and Information on AI, our conference has something for everyone. Whether you're looking to explore new initiatives or find practical solutions to keep your library engaging and useful, you'll find it here.

    Your registration includes morning and afternoon tea, and lunch. There is a Networking drinks event on Friday afternoon, and a Networking dinner Friday evening (self-funded). This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow professionals. Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your skills and knowledge in a supportive and inspiring environment.

    Need Accommodation?
    We’ve secured a discounted accommodation rate at the Hotel Grand Chancellor – Adelaide for conference attendees. Book your stay here: Grand Chancellor Accommodation Booking

Past events

19 Feb 2026 Planning your Literary Calendar 〰 and St Ignatius Library Tour
28 Oct 2025 SLASA Library Tours 〰 Golden Grove Primary School
18 Oct 2025 Networking Lunch &/or Annual Report Writing Workshop (Zoom option for Rural Members)
18 Sep 2025 SLASA Library Tours 〰 Wilderness School
2 Aug 2025 Mount Gambier Regional Conference 2025
20 Jun 2025 SLASA | 2025 Annual Conference - School Libraries: choose your own adventure!
10 May 2025 Archives in Schools
1 Apr 2025 Indigenous Literacy Foundation Presentation … with break out sessions and the AGM | 1st April 2025
20 Mar 2025 Calm Libraries - Calm Kids
20 Feb 2025 2025 Literature Evening for Primary, Middle years and SACE students
19 Oct 2024 SLASA Lunch at The Highway Hotel – 19th October
19 Oct 2024 Annual Report Writing Workshop
7 Aug 2024 Bookmark Design Competition 2024
1 Aug 2024 St Peter’s College | Library & Rare Books Tour
28 Jul 2024 Kadina Roadshow
21 Jun 2024 SLASA and CBCA SA | 2024 Conference: Captivate, Connect and Curate
22 May 2024 Tristan Bancks: Engaging students with reading and writing stories
6 Mar 2024 SLASA AGM | 6th March 2024
22 Feb 2024 2024 Literature Evening for Primary, Middle years and SACE students
25 Oct 2023 Library Tours 〰 Concordia College
20 Sep 2023 SLASA Wednesday Webinars ~ Emily Feetham ~ 20 September
30 Aug 2023 SLASA Wednesday Webinars ~ Jodie Benveniste ~ 30 August
16 Aug 2023 SLASA Wednesday Webinars ~ Emma Phillips ~ Aug 16
9 Aug 2023 SLASA Wednesday Webinars ~ Adam Fitzgerald ~ Aug 9
30 Jun 2023 SLASA conference 〰 SA School Libraries: Where I belong.
10 May 2023 School Leaders Empowering Literacy, Research and Well-being Think Tank ~ registrations closed
23 Feb 2023 SLASA Event: SACE Literature Evening 2023
15 Feb 2023 SLASA AGM 〰 Registration closes 13 Feb 23
9 Nov 2022 Joan Brewer Award
9 Nov 2022 Library Advocate Award
9 Nov 2022 Innovation Award
9 Nov 2022 Regional Excellence Award
2 Nov 2022 Library Tours 〰 Norwood International High School
24 Oct 2022 WIN A $500 BOOK VOUCHER
24 Oct 2022 10 STUDENTS COULD WIN A $25 BOOK VOUCHER EACH!


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