The Yorkshire and Humberside branch of the School Library Association was officially ratified in April 2004. Our intention is to offer localised support, host courses and events throughout the region, promote school libraries and their staff, be advocates for school libraries, work with relevant organisations in support of school libraries and, most importantly, be relevant and affordable. Please peruse this website and comment wherever you feel able.
News from the Chair, Lynne Coppendale
After our best year yet there are more exciting times ahead for the Yorkshire and Humberside branch of the School Library Association. Before I go into detail, however, I would like to inform you all that I am standing down as Chairperson of the SLA - Yorkshire and Humberside Branch after 6 years and from the committee itself too, once my tenure ends. This is because I now feel it is time for new blood to get involved, to keep things fresh and moving forward, and also because if I stayed in any capacity I would find it impossible to keep my mouth shut and let others take on the role fully! I have thoroughly enjoyed being Chair, and starting up this branch from scratch (albeit with excellent advice, support and practical assistance) remains one of my proudest achievements.
SO - if you want to come and join a sociable, supportive group and one which is "excellent on your CV and for certification/chartership", fill in your nomination form and send it back. Downloadable nomination forms can be found on the Commitee page.
What's New so far (October 2009)
- Wednesday 11th November 2009 - Sorting the 6th and Visit to the British Library at Boston Spa. Opportunity to attend a tour and talk at the British Library at Boston Spa, followed by the oft-requested Sixth Form course "Sorting the Sixth", led by the inimitable Geoff Dubber. For full details see the Courses/Events page. Please note that places are limited!
- The Spring Term course will be on Display, a key element in informing our users, and in attracting more. This will be hosted in Raistrick, at the school of our committee member Amanda Burton. Keep an eye on the Courses/Events page for more details.
- Social - there will be another social event, dinner and "An evening with..." at the end of the Summer term. Venue, author and final details are currently being finalised - it will be in the Wakefield region at the end of June/beginning of July. We hope to see you there.
