About MSLA |
The Massachusetts School Library Association (MSLA) has a history going back six decades.There have been changes to MSLA’s name, focus, and governance. However, the mission has always been steady: to ensure that the students of Massachusetts have access to school library programs with excellent resources and knowledgeable professionals. |
Our Vision Statement
All students in Massachusetts have consistent access to effective school library programs led, taught, and implemented by credentialed school librarians that provide opportunities for every student to learn and succeed.
Our Strategic Initiatives
| AdvocacyMSLA will work with local and state stakeholders in order to promote equitable student access to effective school library programs and intellectual freedom initiatives. |
| Professional GrowthMSLA ensures that new and current members participate in relevant and authentic professional growth opportunities that include current and forward thinking school library pedagogical practices. |
| Patrons & AssetsMSLA connects the academic impact of student access to effective school library programming. MSLA develops partnerships with student patrons, local assets and statewide partners to encourage best practices for policy development, student-focused programming and evidence-based data gathering. |
What's in a name?
MSLA's name has changed 5 times since the 60s
