AASL seeks reviewers for 2023 National Conference

CHICAGO - The American Association of School Librarians (AASL) is currently accepting applications for volunteers to participate in a blind review and scoring of proposals for the 2023 AASL National Conference to be held October 19-21 in Tampa, FL. To apply, please use the application form located at www.ala.org/aasl/national/reviewer. The deadline for reviewer applications is Sat., April 15, 2023.

A high-caliber peer review system is key for ensuring quality programming that meets the needs of school librarians. AASL members are highly encouraged to volunteer and respond to this call. Program reviewers assist AASL’s national conference committee and program chairs with selecting programs that meet conference attendee and member needs and interests.

Reviewers are needed for concurrent session programs, research empowering practice programs, and IdeaLab presentations. Reviews will begin in April. All reviews for concurrent session programs will need to be completed by May 14, 2023.  The total time commitment is dependent on the number of reviewers selected and proposals received. Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Must be a current AASL personal member
• Must have access to the Internet between the above dates to review and score applications

This volunteer position is essential to conference planning and program reviewers should reflect a diverse group of practitioners from within the AASL community. Therefore, reviewers will be chosen based on geographical location, number of years in the profession, and current job title. Past performance as a program reviewer will also be taken into consideration.

The AASL National Conference, taking place Oct. 19-21, 2023 in Tampa Bay, Florida, is the only national conference dedicated solely to the needs of school librarians and their roles as educational leaders. Those communicating about the national conference are encouraged to use the official hashtag, #AASL23.

The American Association of School Librarians, www.aasl.org, a division of the American Library Association (ALA), empowers leaders to transform teaching and learning.