School Libraries Sector
Becoming an OLA member gives you access to the news and activities within the School Library Sector.
- A strong professional network: Connect with other library staff working in school libraries
- Access OLA’s Communities of Practice Indicate your interest in the communities that matter most to you (you can select more than one!)
- Resources that matter: Learn from professional development tools like School Libraries Connect and events to better support school library staff.
- Exclusive updates: Receive School Sector emails including three issues a year of The Teaching Librarian magazine.
OSLA Council
The school libraries sector is guided by OSLA council which provides a common voice for school library professionals needs and interests through advocacy, leadership and continuing education.
OSLA Council Terms of Reference
Wendy Burch Jones
2025 PresidentToronto District School Board
Richard Reid
2025 Vice PresidentDurham District School Board
Johanna Gibson Lawler
Past President 2023Great Essex District School Board
Vacant
Councillor – Mid-Central Region 2023 - 2025Durham District School Board
Vacant
Councillor - Central East Region
Amanda Jackson
Councillor - Central West Region 2025
Sue Matthews
Councillor – Eastern Region 2023 - 2025Ottawa-Carleton District School Board
Jennifer Aston
Councillor – Southwestern Region 2025Thames Valley District School Board
Lisa Lewis
Councillor – Toronto Region 2023Toronto District School Board
Jessica Feick
Northern Region - 2021-2023Near North District School Board
Awards
Events & Publications
School Libraries Connect
School Libraries Connect sessions are virtual events for school library professionals to network, share, ask questions, and celebrate the incredible impact school libraries have on our communities.
The Teaching Librarian
The official magazine of the Ontario School Library Association (OSLA), that promotes library programs and curriculum development that furthers exemplary educational objectives.
