The Maryland School Librarian of the Year Award

Honoring a school librarian for exemplary service and outstanding achievements in the field of school library media.

MASL is actively seeking a chair and members for the Awards Committee. The primary role of the Awards Committee is to run the nomination and award process for the Maryland School Librarian of the Year Award. If you are interested in serving on the MASL Awards Committee, please fill out our Get Involved Form.

Check out the 2024 nominees!

Check out the 2024 Finalists!

Eligibility:

Current member of the Maryland Association of School Librarians (MASL)
MSDE Certified School Librarian
Actively serving as a school librarian in a public, private, or independent school in Maryland that serves any students in grades PreK-12
Serving in the same role/position for 3+ years

The nominee:

exemplifies the five roles (program administrator, leader, information specialist, teacher, and instructional partner) of a library media specialist as set forth by the American Association of School Librarians (AASL).
administers a library program that strives to meet the needs of all learners
demonstrates a knowledge of and implements educational technologies into his/her library media and school curriculum
maintains an ongoing collaborative partnership with students, educators, and the community
demonstrates leadership in advancing the access to print, digital and technological resources
promotes a love of reading through literacy initiatives
promotes diversity and inclusion of all community members to feel welcome in the school library through programming, collection development, and physical space
creates lessons, events, and/or initiatives that create a positive momentum for the culture and climate of the library
shares a vision and desire to promote the mission of the library
is recognized by colleagues, students, and the greater school community as an inspiration and an asset to the academic endeavors of the institution