This series of sessions is dedicated to developing a community of library professionals, providing opportunities for networking, professional development, and collaboration aimed at strengthening school library programs and supporting literacy initiatives.
This year-long professional development program will include three in-person, half-day sessions at ESC Region 12—in September, December, and April—each lasting three hours. Additionally, there will be a series of one-hour online Zoom sessions held monthly from October through March.
In-Person Sessions:
September 3, 2026
December 3, 2026
April 1, 2027
Zoom Sessions:
October 8, 2026
November 2, 2026
January 8, 2027
February 4, 2027
March 1, 2027
This cohort is open to all school library staff and specialists within Region 12.