Distinguished School Administrator Award Committee
Each year, the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) invites members to submit nominations for the Distinguished School Administrator of the Year. This esteemed award recognizes exceptional school administrators who have made significant contributions to the success of school libraries and have advanced the role of the school library within the educational framework. This prestigious award celebrates administrators outside the library profession who, through visionary leadership and sustained dedication, have championed the importance of school library services and their impact on student learning.
The AASL Distinguished School Administrator award committee carefully reviews, evaluates, and deliberates on all applications to select and announce the recipient of this prestigious award.
Deliverables & Outcomes
- Reviews award information and encourages and promotes submissions from AASL members.
- Ensures accurate and timely review of award applications per specific award policy.
- Reviews and submits recommended changes to policy or award criteria to the AASL Board of Directors for consideration at ALA Annual Conference.
Estimated Time Commitment
The committee meets once during the spring on a Saturday. The committee meeting is held virtually and is required: 1 hour
Independent review of applications prior to the committee meeting is required. Approximately 1-2 hours per application with the total ranging from 2-6 hours. The committee is given approximately three weeks to complete the review of applications.
Special Considerations
Meeting attendance is a requirement to serve.
Skills, Knowledge, or Experience
The AASL Award Committees are a wonderful mixture of those new to committee work and veterans.
Committee Composition & Term Length
One chair serving a one-year term.
Two to six members serving one-year terms.