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UPDATED: Library Automation Migration
New Automation System
The SLS worked hard and made great progress with our in-house review of library automation systems. We have evaluated seven vendors, including Follett. Each vendor was invited to submit demo videos showcasing their products. We have reviewed these submissions to verify that each system meets the basic needs of our community of users.
We have made the decision to move to Alexandria for our new automation system. Please take some time to review our Automation Migration webpage. This will be constantly updated with more information as the process gets underway.
Upcoming PD 24-25 School Year
Upcoming Events & Professional Development Opportunities
SLS PD will be in-person unless otherwise noted
Spring 2025
02/11/25 9:00AM-3:00PM Communication Coordinators Meeting #2
Quarterly meetings for SLS Communications Coordinators as mandated in NY State Education Law 90.18. Communications Coordinators are updated on topics such as NY State Education updates, technology, and Information Fluency Skills. Professional development is provided on current issues. Information is brought back to other librarians in their districts. ALL Librarians are welcome!
03/19/25 9:00AM-3:00PM VIRTUAL Automation Review Second Meeting
Join us to learn what the School Library System’s next steps in Automation Review will be. SLS Staff and vendor staff will be present to answer questions.
04/02/25 9:00AM-3:00PM Communication Coordinators Meeting #3
Quarterly meetings for SLS Communications Coordinators as mandated in NY State Education Law 90.18. Communications Coordinators are updated on topics such as NY State Education updates, technology, and Information Fluency Skills. Professional development is provided on current issues. Information is brought back to other librarians in their districts. ALL Librarians are welcome!
05/14/25 9:00AM-3:00PM Communication Coordinators Meeting #4
Quarterly meetings for SLS Communications Coordinators as mandated in NY State Education Law 90.18. Communications Coordinators are updated on topics such as NY State Education updates, technology, and Information Fluency Skills. Professional development is provided on current issues. Information is brought back to other librarians in their districts. ALL Librarians are welcome!
06/18/25 4:00PM-5:00PM VIRTUAL :End-of-Year Passport to Reading: Yearlong Professional Development
The purpose of this PD is for librarians to engage in self-paced professional reading to benefit their libraries and increase their own knowledge while also building community and finding new resources. Participants will read on professional title of their choosing each month and will engage with learning pathfinders and complete video reflections. Kickoff meeting is mandatory. There will be optional midyear and end-of-year meetings, listed separately for registration.
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