 It’s not too late to receive discounted registration for the AASL 17th National Conference & Exhibition. Now through October 8, those interested in attending the only national conference dedicated solely to the needs of school librarians can register at the advanced registration rate and save $50. AASL provides registrants multiple payment options, including credit card, check, or purchase order.
Don’t miss out on this experience--register today!
Explore the best and brightest school libraries in the Columbus area by checking out the school tours taking place during the AASL 17th National Conference & Exhibition. The tours will explore school libraries in an area high school, middle school, and elementary school, as well as two independent schools. The schools featured on the tours include:
- Columbus International School (high school)
- Weaver Middle School
- Saint Charles and Columbus School for Girls (independent schools)
- Barrington Elementary School
An additional registration fee is required in advance of these events. For more information, visit the school tours webpage.
 Close out the AASL 17th National Conference & Exhibition in style Saturday night at the Closing Celebration! Conference’s ultimate celebration will take place at The North Market, just steps away from the Greater Columbus Convention Center. As Columbus’s only public market, The North Market will feature each of the 30+ food vendor’s best dish, allowing guests to explore the ground floor and sample various appetizers, entrees, and desserts. On the second floor, a separate event space called “The Kitchen” will feature karaoke and other activities. Local entertainment will also be featured throughout the night in a tented pavilion outside the market.
Admission is included with full conference registration. Additional tickets for guests may be purchased at registration.
 Those looking to make the case to their administrators to attend the AASL 17th National Conference & Exhibition should check out the latest KQ blog post from national conference co-chair Kathy Lowe. In the blog post, Kathy outlines several strategies for school librarians looking to get buy-in from the administrator to attend AASL's national conference. Some examples include:
- Have a plan for what you will do at the conference.
- Highlight the nationally known speakers and authors on the program and explain how their ideas will inspire and inform your practice.
- Accentuate the value of hands-on opportunities to see and try out new technologies.
To read more, visit the KQ website.
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