Scholarships and Grants
Scholarship awards are given to students enrolled in graduate programs in school librarianship or instructional technology, or in school library certification programs. Please see application instructions for more information.
Due – December 15
Friend of School Libraries Award
The Friend of School Libraries Award is granted to individuals or agencies who have provided sustained or exemplary service to library media services in Missouri.
Due – December 15
The Special Service Award is a citation awarded to a MASL member who has rendered significant service to MASL and/or school libraries.
Due – December 15
MASL Service Award for School Administrators
The MASL Service Award for School Administrators recognizes a school administrator who has made a significant contribution toward furthering the role of the school library media center.
Due – December 15
The Bright Idea Award honors a MASL member who has initiated innovative ideas for a school library media program.
Due – December 15
TLC (Teacher/Librarian Collaboration) Award
The Teacher/Librarian Collaboration Award honors a teacher and librarian who have exhibited excellence in working collaboratively.
Due – December 15
First Spring Conference Opportunity Grant
Never been to a MASL Spring Conference? Interested in going? Concerned about the cost? Apply for a grant to cover the cost of your registration!
Due — December 15
This grant recognizes Lynne Stype’s devotion to service as well as her interest in professional development for both herself and others.
Due – December 15
The Intellectual Freedom Award is presented to an individual or group who has supported intellectual freedom in school libraries.
Due – December 15
Outstanding School Library Program of the Year Award
This award honors an exemplary program demonstrating strength in the areas of Foundations, Building the Learning Environment, Teaching and Learning, Building Collaborative Partnerships, Advocacy and Outreach, and Leadership, and is modeled after the AASL National School Library Program of the Year Award.
Due – December 15
School Librarian of the Year Award
This award honors a K-12 librarian professional for outstanding achievement in a school library, and is modeled after the School Library Journal School Librarian of the Year Award.
Due – November 1
Application/Nomination Process
ALL applications and nominations are to be submitted online using the specific form for each award/grant linked above (instructions for submitting supplemental documentation are included).
For additional information or assistance, please contact the MASL office at (573) 893-4155 or via e-mail.