This is a message from CTLS-L. Selecting "Reply" will send a message to the originator. Selecting "Reply to All" will send a message to the entire list. --------------------------------------------------------- School and Public Libraries Eligible to Apply for Giant Step Award Deadline: March 1, 2005 Information and publishing company Thomson Gale and School Library
Journal have developed the annual Giant Step Award to recognize outstanding
school and public libraries that are providing the type of excellent programs
and services that greatly impact student learning and development, both in
school and beyond. In an effort to provide a more accurate comparison among
nominees, the program has adopted separate evaluation criteria for school and
public libraries. Through the program, Thomson Gale will distribute $10,000 in cash
prizes. In addition, the winning library or libraries will receive a gala
celebration at the American Library Association Annual Conference as well as a
cover story in the April issue of School Library Journal. SLJ also will
highlight other entrants deemed to be high achievers. To be eligible, applicants must be a U.S. or Canadian school
library media center (either an individual library media center or an
entire district's library media services programs) or a youth services
department in a U.S. or Canadian public library that partners with
local schools (a single library/branch library or an entire library
system). In addition, applicants must submit materials that demonstrate
significant advancements that have improved services to students in the last
three years. See the Thompson Gale Web site for complete application guidelines
and materials Link: http://www.gale.com/schools/giant_award/about_giant.htm |
