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Georgia Library Media Association
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GLMA is a professional organization of those dedicated to the advancement and empowerment of school library media specialists and to quality education in Georgia's schools.

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🌟 GLMA Member Spotlight: Marcia Kochel 🌟
Metro GA

Meet Marcia Kochel, a passionate advocate for young readers and a true literacy leader! 📚✨

@overbooked.bsky.social

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December 5, 2025 at 11:39 AM
❄️✨ It’s Snow Buddy season, GLMA! ✨❄️
Join our Snow Buddy Book Exchange and get paired with a fellow member for a cozy winter swap. Each exchange includes a book (under $15) + a sweet or salty treat!

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December 2, 2025 at 9:05 PM
📱✨ Upcoming GLMA Webinar! ✨📱
Join us December 11 at 6:00 PM for a Digital Navigators community webinar on Safe & Positive Social Media Use.

Co-hosted with Amanda Hunt, this session will share practical tips to help students — and the adults who support them — navigate social media …

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December 2, 2025 at 11:25 AM
✈️ Ready to take your career to new heights? The Jason Reynolds/Simon & Schuster Travel Grant is your ticket! 🚀 Five Black/African American librarians in youth/teen services will be awarded up to $3,000 to attend the ALA Annual Conference—including travel, housing, registration, and …

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December 2, 2025 at 11:22 AM
❄️✨ It’s Snow Buddy season, GLMA! ✨❄️
Join our Snow Buddy Book Exchange and get paired with a fellow member for a cozy winter swap. Each exchange includes a book (under $15) + a sweet or salty treat!
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November 28, 2025 at 12:51 PM
📚 Nominate a Champion of Intellectual Freedom!

The Georgia Library Media Association is now accepting nominations for the Intellectual Freedom of Information Award, recognizing individuals who boldly uphold the principles of intellectual freedom as defined by AASL and ALA. 💙✨

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November 21, 2025 at 11:06 AM
✈️ Ready to take your career to new heights? The Jason Reynolds/Simon & Schuster Travel Grant is your ticket! 🚀 Five Black/African American librarians in youth/teen services will be awarded up to $3,000 to attend the ALA Annual Conference—

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November 19, 2025 at 12:10 PM
🌟 Nominate an Administrator Who Champions Libraries!
The GLMA Distinguished School Administrator Award honors a school leader who goes above and beyond to support strong, innovative library media programs and elevate the role of the school librarian in education. 💙📚

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November 18, 2025 at 2:28 AM
📚 Nominate a Champion of Intellectual Freedom!

The Georgia Library Media Association is now accepting nominations for the Intellectual Freedom of Information Award, recognizing individuals who boldly uphold the principles of intellectual freedom as defined by AASL and ALA. 💙✨
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November 14, 2025 at 11:01 AM
🌟 Nominate an Administrator Who Champions Libraries!

The GLMA Distinguished School Administrator Award honors a school leader who goes above and beyond to support strong, innovative library media programs and elevate the role of the school librarian in education. 💙📚

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November 13, 2025 at 11:21 AM
📢 We need your voice!

The Advocacy Teams from GLA, GLMA, and SGA are building powerful library stories for the Alliance for Georgia Libraries
— and we need volunteers to help make it happen! 💙📚

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November 12, 2025 at 11:13 AM
📚 Nominate a Champion of Intellectual Freedom!

The Georgia Library Media Association is now accepting nominations for the Intellectual Freedom of Information Award, recognizing individuals who boldly uphold the principles of intellectual freedom as defined by AASL and ALA. 💙✨

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November 11, 2025 at 12:37 PM
🌟 Nominate an Administrator Who Champions Libraries!

The GLMA Distinguished School Administrator Award honors a school leader who goes above and beyond to support strong, innovative library media programs and elevate the role of the school librarian in education. 💙📚

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November 10, 2025 at 10:23 PM
🌟 Nominate an Administrator Who Champions Libraries!

The GLMA Distinguished School Administrator Award honors a school leader who goes above and beyond to support strong, innovative library media programs and elevate the role of the school librarian in education. 💙📚

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November 6, 2025 at 11:48 AM
🗣️ Advocacy Update TODAY!

GLMA is teaming up with GLA and the Society of Georgia Archivists to host regular Library Advocacy Town Halls — a space to learn, share, and speak up for libraries across Georgia. 💙📚

✨ November Town Hall: Civics & the Law — What Every Librarian Should Know…

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November 5, 2025 at 12:21 PM
📚 Nominate a Champion of Intellectual Freedom!

The Georgia Library Media Association is now accepting nominations for the Intellectual Freedom of Information Award, recognizing individuals who boldly uphold the principles of intellectual freedom as defined by AASL and ALA. 💙✨

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November 3, 2025 at 11:55 AM
🎉 GLMA Members — we want to celebrate YOU! Got good news about your program? A big win, exciting initiative, or something you're proud of? Share it with us so we can spotlight your success! 💡✨

👉 Submit here: forms.gle/wTvJ4FawjXnd...

#GLMA #SchoolLibraryPride #LibraryLeaders #GLMASpotlight
October 31, 2025 at 4:15 PM
📢 Save the Date!
Join us for the GLMA Summer Institute ✨
📅 June 7-9, 2026
📍 Evergreen Atlanta at Stone Mountain
Mark your calendars for three days of learning, networking, and inspiration with Georgia’s school library leaders. 🌟 #GLMASummerInstitute
October 30, 2025 at 10:04 AM
📢 Calling all GLMA members!
We’re forming a task force to review our by-laws and would love your input. If you’re interested in serving, email Meggan at [email protected]
October 29, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Boost student voices by encouraging your students to participate in the 2025 Freedom to Read Georgia essay and video contests! Collaborate with your humanities teachers and public library to help students share their stories; project deadline is 10/31/2025.

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October 24, 2025 at 10:24 AM
📣 Calling all school librarians!
Dr. Jessica Lill, Assistant Professor at UWG, and her research partner Dr. Kim Huett are conducting a qualitative study on school librarian social capital — exploring how we build relationships with our stakeholders. 🤝

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October 23, 2025 at 10:53 AM
📚✨ Big news! At the upcoming 2025 READiculously LIT Literary Conference hosted by Page Turners Make Great Learners, our very own President-Elect Lauren Mobley will step into the spotlight to interview the legendary Jason Reynolds.

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October 22, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Boost student voices by encouraging participation in the 2025 Freedom to Read GA essay & video contests! Collaborate with humanities teachers and public library to help students share stories; deadline is 10/31/2025.
👉 🔗 [bit.ly/Freedom2ReadGA] #FreedomToReadGA #StudentVoice #GeorgiaLibraries
October 21, 2025 at 12:34 AM
Boost student voices by encouraging participation in the Freedom to Read Georgia essay/video contests! Collaborate with your humanities teachers & public library to help students share their stories; deadline is 10/31/25.
👉 🔗 bit.ly/Freedom2ReadGA #FreedomToReadGA #StudentVoice #GeorgiaLibraries
October 17, 2025 at 12:59 PM
#GLMA in the house at #AASL25
October 16, 2025 at 8:25 PM