School-Age Programs and Services

Charge

To identify and disseminate information on engaging, cooperative or innovative programming for school-age children to libraries, schools, and community agencies serving youth. To produce and promote materials supporting professional development for library staff and others working with school-age youth. To collaborate appropriately with other ALSC committees and other associations working with the school age child to initiate activates and projects.

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Roster

Ms. Valerie Byrd Fort, MLIS
(Co-Chair, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2025)
Jacqueline J. Partch
(Co-Chair, July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2026)
Ms. Lisa Bintrim
(Member, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2025)
Ms. Amalia Elizabeth Butler
(Member, July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2026)
Kelly Kreps Depin
(Member, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2025)
Mrs. Kathleen Morrissey McBroom
(Member, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2025)
Michelle Muller
(Member, July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2026)
Ms. Jennifer A. Peterson
(Member, July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2026)
Jan Pinotti
(Member, July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2026)
Maria Trivisonno
(Consultant, July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2026)
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Resources

Read ALSC blog posts from the committee.

Composition

The School-Age Programs and Service Committee consists of nine members appointed from the ALSC membership at large, serving 2-year terms, and led by two committee co-chairs, appointed in alternating years. (2 co-chairs + 7)

Origin

Established in 1999 at the request of the ALSC Board of Directors.

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  • Replacement positions pop up and are filled throughout the year (ongoing)

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