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Join our vibrant group of California School Librarians who are working every day for the betterment of California students.

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CSLA is made up of dedicated volunteers who believe in the mission of making California School Libraries the best for all students. Get involved by joining a committee based on your interests.

Book Challenge Experiences

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2025 CSLA Conference

January 30 - February 2, 2025 in San Jose, CA

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Our Mission

California School Library Association advocates for fully-funded, fully-staffed school library programs and empowers its members to promote literacy, inclusivity, and equity for all California students through school libraries.

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Advocate

 

Our team is currently working on many legislative projects at the State level to support school libraries in California.

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Grants and more

 

Check out the work by our nonprofit arm, the California School Library Foundation

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Latest News

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Sep 14 2023

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Feb 22, 2023

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Jan 6 2023

Northern Region Mini Grant Awardees 2022

Jan 6, 2023

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2025 Annual Conference

Jan 30, 2025—Feb 02, 2025

San José, CA

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Our Partners

These companies contribute to our association with their generous membership dues. Show your appreciation for their support of CSLA and school libraries by visiting their websites and their exhibitor booths at our conference. Find out more about these companies on Our Partners page.