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SLANSW hosts a number of professional learning events each year at a discounted rate for members. Our regular professional learning program consists of two face-to-face summits per year (usually held in March and September), as well as monthly online meet-up sessions.

SLANSW also offers professional learning opportunities through partnerships with other professional associations, organisations and industry events. Previous partners have included Eduwebinar, Syba Academy, Spark Festival, and Brisbane Summit's Capacity Building School Libraries conference.

Please note SLANSW's Cancellation and Refund Policy for Professional Learning Events when registering for summits and online meet-ups.

Payment for SLANSW events is via credit card. The Association has phased out receiving payments via direct bank transfer. If, however, your school prefers to continue to pay via bank transfer, this will incur a 10% administration fee and the manual processing of a new invoice. Please email info@slansw.net.au to request this.

Professional Learning Events



    • 30 Jul 2025
    • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Online via SLANSW Zoom room
    • 79
    Register

    Join us for the Non-Teaching School Library Staff Special Interest Group (SIG) 

    Term 3 Meeting

    Making Connections: School and Public Libraries Working Together


    Join the SLANSW Non-Teaching School Library Staff SIG for an informal online meeting with other library professionals. This session will explore how meaningful connections with local public libraries can benefit both staff and students.

    Our guest speakers Helen Kassidis, Team Leader of Learning Experience at Burwood Library, and Clare Wong, Children’s Librarian at Burwood Library, will share successful initiatives that have strengthened partnerships with local schools and encouraged reading across the community.

    This is a valuable opportunity for school librarians, library assistants, and technicians to hear directly from a public librarian, ask questions, and discuss ideas in an informal setting. Attendees are encouraged to share their own experiences and explore ways to build collaborative relationships with their local library services.

    Whether you’re looking for practical ideas, inspiration, or simply a chance to connect with peers, this event offers a supportive space to exchange knowledge and strengthen professional networks.

    This session will be held on Wednesday 30 July between 2 - 3pm in the SLANSW Zoom Room. PLEASE note the new start time of 2pm.

    You must register to ensure you are sent the Zoom login details within 24hours before your session. 


    • 5 Aug 2025
    • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Online via SLANSW Zoom room
    • 65
    Register

    All My Own Work (AMOW): How to make it more engaging for students

    This online meet-up will focus on strategies and ideas on how to make All My Own Work engaging for students. As AMOW is designed to be flexible in its delivery, our presenters  Siobhan James and Karen Seeneevassen will share their practical knowledge and thoughts on presenting the program based on their school contexts. This topic is relevant for secondary Teacher Librarians. Please register now.


    About Siobhan James

    Siobhan is a Teacher Librarian at Epping Boys High School. While she has only been in the role for the last three years, Siobhan has been eager to make the library and learning a fun and engaging environment for students and staff alike. She started her teaching career as an English Drama teacher but decided to take a break to find her niche, working in legal, media, tutoring, and even selling chocolates and lollies. Returning to teaching after completing her Master of Education (Teacher Librarianship), Siobhan has dived into her library role fervently. An avid reader with a cup of tea in hand, Siobhan has a passion for knowledge and sharing it.


    About Karen Seeneevassen

    Karen Seeneevassen is a Teacher Librarian, current President of SLANSW and Head of Library and Learning Enrichment at Abbotsleigh Senior School. She has worked in the field of Librarianship for over 40 years, in many sectors, including Public Libraries, Private and Government Special Libraries, and Library Software companies, prior to completing her education degree in 2007. Since that time, Karen has worked in the Independent School sector in K-12 settings. She also has a Master of Education in Gifted Education, which she believes is a connected and companion field to Teacher Librarianship. Karen has been an active member of SLANSW since 2018, holding the position of Vice President, Professional Learning for two terms, prior to taking on the role of President. She is passionate about collaborating with colleagues through mentorship programs and by providing professional learning and networking opportunities that promote the sharing of experience and expertise. She is currently focussed on developing partnerships and connections with other associations and organisations to support SLANSW members and advocate for the importance of qualified Teacher Librarians and Library staff, and the critical role School Libraries play in their schools and the wider community.


    Suggested Standards addressed by this Online Meet-up

    2.1.2 Apply knowledge of the content and teaching strategies of the teaching area to develop engaging teaching activities.

    2.3.2 Design and implement learning and teaching programs using knowledge of curriculum, assessment and reporting requirements.

    2.4.2 Provide opportunities for students to develop understanding of and respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and languages.

    2.6.2 Use effective teaching strategies to integrate ICT into learning and teaching programs to make selected content relevant and meaningful.

    3.4.2 Select and/or create and use a range of resources, including ICT, to engage students in their learning.

    6.4.2 Undertake professional learning programs designed to address identified student learning needs.

    7.4.2 Participate in professional and community networks and forums to broaden knowledge and improve practice.


    Certificate of participation available via request to: info@slansw.net.au


    About SLANSW Online Meet-Ups

    The one-hour meet-ups take place in SLANSW's Zoom Conference Room and include a presentation from a guest speaker, with facilitated discussion between participants. We aim to include Q&A time as a wrap-up of each online meetup.

    A maximum of 100 places are available for each meet-up, so get your registrations in ASAP.

    Participation in SLANSW online meet-ups is at no cost to members.  Non-members may access the meet-ups for $45 per session.

    The one-hour meet-up takes place in SLANSW's Zoom conference room. 

    Those who register for this event will receive an email within 24 hours before the event, with details to access this online session.

    • 7 Aug 2025
    • 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
    • PLC Sydney - Croydon
    • 94
    Register

    Special Interest Group - Networking Greater Sydney

    Face-to-Face Networking for SLANSW Members


    Term 3 Meeting:

    Thursday 7th August at 4.30pm



    The next Networking Special Interest Group (SIG) meeting with be held at PLC, Sydney (Croydon), on August 7, between 4:30 – 5:30pm. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other like-minded library staff and SLANSW members. 

    At this Networking SIG event we will continue our Professional Learning and Reading Club.

    Once you have registered the following resources by Kasey L. Garrison and Kay Oddone will be shared for us to view, read and discuss at the meeting -

    • "Some Level of Skill for Life": Secondary Teacher Librarians Supporting Student Information Literacy

    • “It is a skill everybody needs to learn”: Australian teacher librarians steering secondary schools through shifting information landscapes

    Some of these resources provide great teaching tools, while others will prompt you to think about how we navigate the everchanging information landscape.  Suzanne Small eLearning Librarian at PLC, Sydney, will lead a collaborative review of these resources.

    Opportunities for networking, afternoon tea, and an informal tour of the  Macindoe Library with Sophie Partington (Director of Library Services) will also be available.

    As a SLANSW member you are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to add 2 hours (pre-reading & participation) to your accrual of 100 hours of professional development. 

    This SIG is a platform to support members and encourage ongoing dialogue in our professional learning community.  It is also only available to SLANSW members as a benefit of membership.

    Afternoon Tea will be provided.


    How do I participate?

    All SLANSW members are welcome to attend this Networking SIG meeting.

    You must register to ensure you are sent the location sign in details within 48 hours before your session.


24 Jun 2025 Book an Adventure that will open your mind
28 May 2025 Non-Teaching School Library SIG - Term 2 2025
20 May 2025 Useful tools for Digital Curation
8 May 2025 Special Interest Group - Networking Greater Sydney - Term 2 2025
5 May 2025 Flexible Blended Learning Course 1, 2025
1 Apr 2025 New HSIE Syllabus: What does it mean for the Library?
21 Mar 2025 Professional Learning Summit: (21 March - 22 March 2025)
5 Mar 2025 Non-Teaching School Library SIG - Term 1 2025
25 Feb 2025 Practical Ways to Engage Reluctant Readers
27 Nov 2024 Special Interest Group - Research - Term 4 2024
27 Nov 2024 Non-Teaching School Library SIG - Term 4 2024
21 Nov 2024 Special Interest Group - Riverina Networking - Term 4 2024
12 Nov 2024 Community of Practitioners
7 Nov 2024 Special Interest Group - Networking - Term 4 2024
29 Oct 2024 Library as a Wellbeing Space
28 Oct 2024 Flexible Blended Learning Course 2, 2024
19 Oct 2024 SLANSW AGM 2024
25 Sep 2024 Non-Teaching School Library SIG - Term 3 2024
24 Sep 2024 SLANSW IFF Showcase
19 Sep 2024 Special Interest Group - Networking
11 Sep 2024 Special Interest Group - Research
7 Sep 2024 SLANSW Summit Dinner
7 Sep 2024 Professional Learning Summit: (7 September 2024)
30 Jul 2024 How the library can support Science Week
25 Jun 2024 Making Media Literacy a National Priority
20 Jun 2024 Special Interest Group - Networking
5 Jun 2024 Special Interest Group - Research
28 May 2024 CBCA Book Week 2024: Reading is Magic
15 May 2024 Non-Teaching School Library SIG - Term 2 2024
13 May 2024 Flexible Blended Learning Course 1, 2024
26 Mar 2024 Libraries supporting and resourcing the new English Curriculum
20 Mar 2024 Special Interest Group - Research
16 Mar 2024 Professional Learning Summit: (16 March 2024)
6 Mar 2024 Non-Teaching School Library SIG - Term 1 2024
13 Feb 2024 Welcome to the Library
28 Nov 2023 SLANSW Trivia 2023
15 Nov 2023 Non-Teaching School Library SIG - Term 4 2023
1 Nov 2023 Special Interest Group - Research
17 Oct 2023 Advocacy: Influencing for Impact
19 Sep 2023 Teacher Librarians Engaging with Numeracy (Open Online Forum)
18 Sep 2023 Flexible Blended Learning Course 2, 2023
9 Sep 2023 Professional Learning Summit: (9 September 2023)
23 Aug 2023 Non-Teaching School Library SIG - Term 3 2023
16 Aug 2023 Special Interest Group - Research
25 Jul 2023 CBCA Book Week Ideas 2023
20 Jun 2023 Podcasting for Teacher Librarians
24 May 2023 Special Interest Group - Research
17 May 2023 Non-Teaching School Library SIG - Term 2 2023
9 May 2023 The School Library's role in including Indigenous Australian Voice in the English Curriculum K-10
1 May 2023 Flexible Blended Learning Course 1, 2023
28 Mar 2023 Collection Development Policies: Creation and implementation
15 Mar 2023 Special Interest Group - Mentoring
4 Mar 2023 Professional Learning Summit: The Strength of Story (4 March 2023)
1 Mar 2023 Special Interest Group - Research
22 Feb 2023 Non-Teaching School Library SIG - Term 1 2023
14 Feb 2023 Resourcing the Curriculum - Selecting First Nations Resources
13 Dec 2022 SLANSW Trivia 2022
30 Nov 2022 Special Interest Group - Research
22 Nov 2022 Sensational starts: Orientation activities and programs to kick off the new year
16 Nov 2022 Coffee and Chat - Non-Teaching School Library SIG - Term 4 2022
25 Oct 2022 An Evening with Matthew Lin and Zana Fraillon
17 Oct 2022 Flexible Blended Learning Course 2, 2022
17 Sep 2022 SLANSW AGM 2022
10 Sep 2022 Professional Learning Summit: Information and Innovation (10 September 2022)
9 Aug 2022 An Introduction to the Information Fluency Framework
3 Aug 2022 Special Interest Group - Research
26 Jul 2022 CBCA Book Week Preparation
14 Jun 2022 Library Partnerships – How do you connect with other libraries? (Open Online Forum)
2 Jun 2022 SLANSW Professional Learning Lab - Series 1 2022 - Group 3
1 Jun 2022 Special Interest Group - Research
11 May 2022 Coffee and Chat - Non-Teaching School Library SIG - Term 2 2022
9 May 2022 Flexible Blended Learning Course 1, 2022
3 May 2022 Reading for Wellbeing: Implementing reading programs to support student wellbeing
6 Apr 2022 Special Interest Group - Research
19 Mar 2022 Professional Learning Summit: Representation Matters (19 March 2022)
9 Mar 2022 Coffee and Chat - Non-Teaching School Library SIG - Term 1 2022
8 Mar 2022 Escape Rooms and Library Event Programming - How to get started and involve your community.
15 Feb 2022 How do you recommend books to your students?
9 Feb 2022 Special Interest Group - Research
7 Dec 2021 SLANSW Trivia 2021
24 Nov 2021 Special Interest Group - Research "Planning for Action: Evidence-based projects ideas for 2022”
23 Nov 2021 Member Benefits - New offerings and updates
13 Nov 2021 Teaching Civic Online Reasoning: Empowering Students to Sort Fact from Fiction Online with Dr Sarah McGrew (International Speaker Series: 2) Saturday 13 November, 2021 9:00-11:00am
27 Oct 2021 Coffee and Chat - Non-Teaching School Library SIG - Term 4 2021
20 Oct 2021 Special Interest Group - Research "Informing and Reporting on Your Practice"
12 Oct 2021 Developmental Bibliotherapy: What is it and why do our students need it?
15 Sep 2021 Coffee and Chat - Non-Teaching School Library SIG
4 Sep 2021 Professional Learning Summit: Digital Design and Delivery (4 September 2021)
17 Aug 2021 SLANSW Celebrates National Science Week
20 Jul 2021 Brilliant Book Week Ideas! (Open Online Forum)
16 Jun 2021 Meet Your Association - Northern Session
9 Jun 2021 Meet Your Association - Southern Session
5 Jun 2021 Inquiry-based Teaching and Learning: A Re-imagination Journey with Dr Barbara Stripling (International Speaker Series: 1) Saturday 5 June, 2021 9:00-11:00am
2 Jun 2021 Meet Your Association - Western Session
25 May 2021 Inquiry Learning and the Teacher Librarian - the ideal and the reality
27 Apr 2021 Just Read: Developing and implementing a K-12 sustained silent reading program
30 Mar 2021 Spotlight on TL of the Year, Vicki Courtenay
13 Mar 2021 The Laureate and the Literacy Leader: Professional Learning Summit (13 March 2021)
16 Feb 2021 Trialling micro-credentials in a school library setting
1 Dec 2020 TL Trivia
17 Nov 2020 The Best Books of 2020
27 Oct 2020 Practical Preparedness: Dealing with compounding disasters
22 Sep 2020 Lessons from the Library: pitfalls and possibilities (Open Online Forum)
5 Sep 2020 Working for a New Normal with Dr R. David Lankes (International Speaker Series: 4) Saturday, 5 September, 2020 9.00-11.00am
22 Aug 2020 The Post-Pandemic School Library Learning Commons with Anita Brooks Kirkland (International Speaker Series: 3) Saturday, 22 August, 2020 9.00-11.00am
4 Aug 2020 The Inclusion of Australian Multicultural Young Adult Fiction in Secondary School Library Collections
25 Jul 2020 Information Literacy in Reading Fiction with Dr Mary Ann Harlan (International Speaker Series: 2) Saturday, 25 July, 2020 9.00-11.00am
20 Jun 2020 International Speaker Series Professional Learning Package (20 June, 25 July, 22 August & 5 September, 2020)
20 Jun 2020 Young People Living Safe Lives in Online Environments with Dr Ross Todd (International Speaker Series: 1) Saturday, 20 June, 2020 9.00-11.00am
9 Jun 2020 Online Marketplace Meet-up 2
26 May 2020 Graphic novels as texts: “It was harder to teach than I thought.”
5 May 2020 Online Marketplace Meet-up 1
31 Mar 2020 How are you dealing with COVID-19? (Open Online Forum)
24 Mar 2020 The role of the author and poet in making reading matter
7 Mar 2020 Reach Out Through Reading, SLANSW State Library Conference Day (7 March 2020)
25 Feb 2020 The Library as ‘third space’ in your school: Supporting academic and emotional well-being in the school community
26 Nov 2019 Using action research to support professional learning of teachers (Action Research Series)
29 Oct 2019 Kickstarting Action Research in Your School Library (Action Research Series)
19 Oct 2019 Today’s Learners ~ Tomorrow’s Leaders, SLANSW State Library Conference Day
24 Sep 2019 Diverse stories: Developing Year 8 boys to become adventurous readers (Action Research Series)
3 Sep 2019 The power of immigrant stories: Action research at Mazenod (Action Research Series)
27 Aug 2019 Guided Inquiry: Findings and implications from recent research and practice (Action Research Series)

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