IMESD
April 14, 2026
This year's Library Symposium, hosted by the IMESD and coordinated by IMESD Library Media Specialist Christie Boen, drew educators and professionals from across the region for a day of learning, collaboration, and community building.
The event occurred on April 9th and brought together 30 attendees representing 15 school districts and 3 industry vendors — a reflection of the broad regional interest in strengthening library programs and the professionals who lead them.
A highlight of the symposium was the return of Jen Maurer from the Oregon State Library, a presenter for her third consecutive year. Maurer’s session on Library Core Tenets offered something valuable for every attendee: foundational training for those new to the field, and a meaningful refresh for seasoned staff looking to reconnect with the principles that guide their work.
Feedback from participants was overwhelmingly positive. One returning attendee noted, “I felt honored to be able to attend and meet great people with the same common goals.”
The symposium continues to grow as a vital hub for professional development and peer connection with the real impact being felt long-term as staff carry what they've learned back into their districts.