Leading from the Library

Future Ready Librarians are navigating an evolving educational landscape, balancing innovation, advocacy, and changing school dynamics. Join Future Ready Advisor Shannon McClintock Miller (@shannonmiller) on the Leading from the Library podcast, where she explores strategies, resources, and inspiring stories to support librarians in shaping the future of learning.

Leading From The Library Season 11 Recap

Season 11 of the Future Ready Librarians® Podcast: Leading from the Library brings together powerful voices, fresh ideas, and innovative practices from school librarians across the country. This season celebrates the evolving role of the librarian—showcasing leadership, advocacy, creativity, and the joyful, future-focused spirit of today’s library programs. Across 12 episodes and one special feature, listeners gain practical strategies, inspiring stories, and actionable tools to help lead change in their schools and communities. The season opens with a deep dive into collection weeding, reframing it as an essential equity and engagement practice. From there, we explore how librarians are transforming outdated stereotypes, championing Young Teen Lit, and teaching news literacy in the age of AI. Listeners also discover new approaches to nurturing library joy, supporting EL learners, empowering student volunteers, and building welcoming, collaborative library environments. Hands-on innovation takes center stage through episodes on STEM Battle of the Books, creative pre-recorded lessons, and community-focused Lunch & Learn programs. The season closes with an exploration of how school libraries connect to belonging and identity through A Sense of Place, offering a powerful reminder of the library’s role at the heart of learning and community.