DASL Awards

The Delaware Association of School Librarians (DASL) accepts nominations for a selection of DASL-specific awards each year. These awards represent the best in the state in the area of school librarianship and school libraries.  This year’s awards include:

2023 – 2024 Awards:

Outstanding Library Media Specialist/School Librarian

Nominees should be certified, skillful, and dedicated library media specialists/school librarians who impact student learning and are respected and valued by students, parents, and coworkers. They should be an active leader and collaborator in their particular school and be a poised and articulate spokesperson for the profession. The most important qualification is success at inspiring students of all backgrounds and abilities to love reading and to become lifelong learners and users of information.  The nominee should also be a current member of DASL (membership information available at www.dla.lib.de.us).

Due Date: April 30, 2023

Administrator Award for Excellence

Nominees should be administrators or administrative teams who demonstrate support for school libraries and school libraries in the State of Delaware.

Due Date: April 30, 2023

If you have questions, please contact Harry Brake at Harry.Brake AT wsd.k12.de.us. 


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