We are so excited to finally announce the news about our upcoming 2024 UELMA Conference and the fact that we will be joining forces with UCET for an incredible event that is sure to change your educational experience! Check out Read More …
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Now Accepting Proposals for National Leadership Grants for Libraries, Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Programs
Click on this link: https://www.imls.gov/grants/available/laura-bush-21st-century-librarian-program for information on a grant that will help fund training and continued professional development for library and archives specialists and initiatives that can advance practice and strengthen library and archival services. If you have general Read More …
Library Collaboration on UEN PD!
In part one of this special two-part series, host Katie Blunt takes you to Providence Hall High School in Herriman, Utah, to meet with Library Media Specialist Mariah Gerlach, who shows us how she uses technology tools to support students’ information literacy skills Read More …
LSTA Current Grant Round is Open!
Click here for information, application and webinar on the current grant round. Closing date for grant applications is May 5, 2023. Good luck to all! Some ideas for grant applications: Self Checkout stations (iPad and stand) Library of Things (schools Read More …
Two quick items
Check out this article with our president.(https://www.saltlakemagazine.com/banned-books-utah/) See everyone Friday!!! I have also been asked a few times…. No, we are not doing a GooseChase (Scavenger Hunt) this year. Sorry.
The day the Librarians Disappeared!
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The Library Technology Enhancement Grant
The Library Technology Enhancement Grant is made possible through LSTA funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Utah State Library Division. Libraries selected will receive one grant of up to $5000 to update essential Read More …
Books Save Lives Grant
WNDB established the Books Save Lives Grant to provide up to $10,000 for school libraries to purchase diverse titles. WNDB will prioritize grants for schools located in areas most impacted by book bans and censorship. Find information by clicking on this Read More …
Apply for the 2023 Mathical Collection Development Awards!
Apply for the 2023 Mathical Book Prize! The deadline to respond is March 9. Winners will be announced by SLJ in late April. Eligibility: Schools applying for the grants will need to document their Title I status. To be eligible for the collection development Read More …
Utah Ambassador for Young People’s Literature
Steering Committee Members Needed UELMA is excited to announce the Utah Ambassador for Young People’s Literature Recognition. What: The Utah Ambassador for Young People’s Literature is a respected author and/or illustrator either born or living in Utah chosen by the UELMA Read More …