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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

  • 2025 Literature Evening for Primary, Middle years and SACE students

    • 20 Feb 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Concordia College Middle/Senior School Library, 24 Winchester St, Highgate
    • 80
    Register

    Want to know how to build reading engagement and stamina for your primary/middle years students? How to support your SACE students to unlock text connections that make for powerful, insightful exploration of writing. Take a look at what’s new and what’s trending in Childrens and Young Adult publishing. This event is for school library staff, english teachers and primary school teachers.

    Location: Concordia College Middle/Senior School Library, 24 Winchester St, Highgate

    Cost: Members price $20 | Non-Members price $25

    Registrations close Tuesday 18th Feb


    Tea and coffee on arrival with a light supper during the event.


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  • Calm Libraries - Calm Kids

    • 20 Mar 2025
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • St Peter’s College | Big School Room
    • 49
    Register


    Join our engaging workshop, designed specifically for library staff, to explore the concepts of self-regulation and co-regulation, and create a safe space for growth and healing within your school. Delve into brain evolution, nervous system regulation, self-compassion, and the key aspects of creating physiologically safe library environments for children and young people. Gain practical tools to support young people facing trauma; transforming our school libraries into wellbeing hubs that enhance the already vital role that they play in our student’s lives.

    Cost Members $40, Non-members $60
    Bookings close on 14th March 2025
    Limited places

    Tea and coffee on arrival with a light supper during the event.


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  • Indigenous Literacy Foundation Presentation … with break out sessions and the AGM | 1st April 2025

    • 1 Apr 2025
    • 6:15 PM - 8:45 PM
    • Education Development Centre | 4 Milner St, Hindmarsh SA 5007
    • 100
    Register

    Join us for an engaging evening of professional learning, networking, and community connection at the 2025 SLASA Annual General Meeting (AGM). This year, we’re excited to feature a keynote presentation from the Indigenous Literacy Foundation, followed by breakout sessions on key library topics.

    Program Details:

    • 6:15 PM – Welcome
      Settle in and connect with fellow SLASA members as we begin the evening.

    • 6:30 PM – Keynote Presentation: Indigenous Literacy Foundation
      Discover the vital work of the Indigenous Literacy Foundation and how we, as library professionals, can support and promote Indigenous stories and voices in our school libraries.

    • 7:15 PM – SLASA Annual General Meeting (AGM)
      Stay up to date with SLASA’s achievements, plans for the year ahead, and opportunities to get involved.

    • 7:45 PM – Supper Break
      Enjoy light refreshments while networking with peers.

    • 8:15 PM – Breakout Sessions
      Choose from three practical sessions led by experienced library professionals:

    - Academic Integrity 
     - Collection Development Policy  
    - Creating an Events Calendar for Your School     


      This is a great opportunity to gain insights, share ideas, and leave with actionable strategies to implement in your school library.

      We encourage all SLASA members to attend the AGM and participate in shaping the future of our association.


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

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