2026 Future Ready Librarians Webinar Series
Virtual and Webinar
February 25th, 2026 - November 18th, 2026
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm EST
Location: Virtual
Mapping the Journey to Lead from the Library
Hosted by Shannon McClintock Miller, this is a free, six-part professional learning webinar series designed to support librarians as leaders, collaborators, and change-makersโat the heart of their schools and communities.
Libraries are more than physical spacesโthey are safe havens, innovation hubs, and the backbone of our schools. Librarians are uniquely positioned to lead digital, media, information, and AI literacies; champion equity, inclusion, and intellectual freedom; foster meaningful collaboration with educators, students, and families; and design learning environments that center student voice, well-being, and belonging.
Grounded in the Future Ready Librariansยฎ Framework 3.0, this series empowers you to lead from the library with confidence, clarity, and purposeโstrengthening your role as a catalyst for teaching, learning, and innovation across your school community.
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Register today for the entire series.
If you canโt attend live, youโll receive the recording after each event.
Jan. 29th
Charting Your Course โ Leading with Framework 3.0
All webinars are at 5 pm ET/ 4 pm CT/ 3 pm MT
This session introduced the updated Future Ready Librariansยฎ Framework 3.0 and positioned librarians as instructional leaders, collaborators, and advocates for student-centered learning. Participants explored how the framework supports leadership, innovation, and equity across their schools.
We:
- Began mapping a personalized Future Ready journey for the year ahead
- Developed an understanding of the key updates and focus areas of the Future Ready Librarians Framework 3.0
- Identified leadership opportunities aligned to district and school priorities
Guests
Becky Calzada
District Library Coordinator, Leander ISD (TX)
Len Bryan
Partner for Library Services, Cherry Creek School District (CO)
Lindsey Kimery
Coordinator of Library Services, Metro Nashville Public Schools (TN)
This session highlights how Future Ready librarians are leading meaningful digital learning experiences that support teachers and empower students. Participants will examine real-world examples of innovation driven by collaboration, instructional partnerships, and purposeful technology use.
We will:
- Explore the librarianโs role in advancing digital learning and instructional innovation
- Identify strategies for partnering with teachers to integrate technology meaningfully
- Apply framework-aligned practices that enhance teaching, learning, and engagement
Guests
TBD
This session focuses on building inclusive, diverse collections that reflect student identities and protect intellectual freedom. Participants will learn how equity-centered collection development supports literacy, belonging, and the freedom to read.
We will:
- Examine the role of collections in advancing equity, inclusion, and student voice
- Learn strategies for selecting, evaluating, and advocating for diverse materials
- Strengthen practices that uphold intellectual freedom and inclusive access
Guests
TBD
This session explores the librarianโs leadership role in guiding ethical, responsible, and human-centered use of artificial intelligence. Participants will examine emerging literacies and how to support students and educators in navigating AI with transparency and purpose.
We will:
- Understand the ethical considerations and opportunities surrounding AI in education
- Explore the librarianโs role in teaching AI, media, and information literacies
- Develop strategies to support responsible, student-centered AI use
Guests
TBD
This session reimagines library spaces as flexible, inclusive environments that support inquiry, creativity, and well-being. Participants will explore how intentional use of space and time strengthens community connection and student engagement.
We will:
- Identify design principles for future ready, student-centered library spaces
- Explore ways to align physical and virtual spaces with learning goals
- Apply strategies that foster collaboration, creativity, and well-being
Guests
TBD
Shannon McClintock Miller and 25+ inspiring educators shared quick-fire demos, fresh ideas, and powerful digital tools transforming libraries and classrooms.
Each presenter shared a favorite tool in just a few minutesโhighlighting real-world applications, student-ready strategies, and ideas you can use right away. From boosting engagement to supporting digital citizenship, youโll leave with a toolbox full of inspiration.
All tools are aligned with the Future Ready Librariansยฎ Framework, helping you lead with equity, innovation, and impact.
Register Today -It’s Free!
The Future Ready Librarians Program is generously supported by Follett Content, a founding sponsor.
