Greater Boston Cooperative Library Association
A Consortium of Independent School Libraries in the Greater Boston Area
Greater Boston Cooperative Library Association
A Consortium of Independent School Libraries in the Greater Boston Area
Welcome! GBCLA was founded in 1972 by the librarians from Dana Hall School, Rivers School, and Winsor School. The group has grown steadily and now includes more than 50 member schools. The mission of GBCLA is to exchange ideas, to inform ourselves about new trends, and to produce and promote programs or materials related to libraries and reading.
Top 5 Reasons to Join GBCLA
1. Networking: We meet three times each year to discuss independent school library topics and trends.
2. Grants: for professional development requests up to $1,000.00 is available each year, through grant rounds in the fall and spring. Total amount/year is $4,000 ($2,000 for each grant round).
3. Low yearly dues: Only $50 per school per year!
4. Listserv: Active Google Group for communication and support.
5. Fun! We love to share stories, gather ideas, and partake of good snacks.
1. Networking: We meet three times each year to discuss independent school library topics and trends.
2. Grants: for professional development requests up to $1,000.00 is available each year, through grant rounds in the fall and spring. Total amount/year is $4,000 ($2,000 for each grant round).
3. Low yearly dues: Only $50 per school per year!
4. Listserv: Active Google Group for communication and support.
5. Fun! We love to share stories, gather ideas, and partake of good snacks.
We welcome New England independent school librarians to join this fine collegial group. Yearly dues are $50.00 per school. Please contact Martha Kennedy, Membership Secretary, if you would like to join!
Thank you, Fessenden for hosting our May meeting. We loved hearing Tina Stoval's presentation on promoting reading and came away with great ideas to boost programs at our respective schools.
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