Iowa Outstanding Library Program

Outstanding Library Program Requirements

Any and all applicants who successfully meet the requirements for this award will be presented a certificate and seals valid for 3 years. To be considered an Outstanding School Library Program, the application must be completed every three years.

A press-release will be sent to all local media outlets, notifying the area of the receipt of this award. Applicants will be should attend the IASL Spring Conference to receive the award with administration or school board members.

Applicants must complete the checklist below labeled "IASL Exemplary Award". In addition, applicants will need to complete the following questions using no more than 400 words per question.

Express what vision you hold for your library program and/or the relationship of the library with the school context (C-SIP).
List the four things that you are most proud of in the last 2 years.
Explain how you demonstrate that what you are doing in the school library has had an effect on student learning.

Apply here! Applications are due by February 1 each year.

IASL Exemplary Award Checklist

Iowa Outstanding School Library Award Brochure