2025-26 Continuing Education
Listed below are classes that will be offered by the State Library of Louisiana from December 2025 to 2026
Please note event registration conditions to ensure easy and problem-free participation.
Wed, Feb 25, 2026, 2:58 PM GMT
State Annual Report and Data Entry Training
We will have a new data entry software for 2026! This course will cover all aspects of navigating the new software, how to enter data for the State Annual Report, and cover new questions for 2026. All staff responsible for entering the data for the State Annual Report should take this training.
Trainer: Kelly LaRocca, Library Development
Cost: Free
Date/Time: Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 9:00am – 10:30am
Thu, Jan 15, 2026, 3:00 PM GMT
Keep Louisiana Beautiful
Please join Keep Louisiana Beautiful staff to learn how they can support your library through free resources, programs, grants, and collaborative opportunities during Love the Boot Week, April 18–26. Join us to learn how we can team up to elevate environmental education, and help build cleaner, greener communities across Louisiana.
Topics Covered:
- Get Down & Clean Up
- Love the Boot Week
- Environmental Education Resources
- Grants
Wed, Jan 21, 2026, 3:00 PM GMT
E-rate Overview
This is an introduction and overview of the E-rate process. Topics can include the following:
- Getting Started – the EPC System, entity information, etc.
- Review of the procurement process – 470s, RFPs, contracts, evaluating bids
- 471s, PIAs, Funding Commitments
- Recordkeeping, reviewing audits, and any general E-Rate concerns
Trainer: Meg Placke, State Librarian; Kassandra Woods, IT
Cost: Free
Tue, Feb 10, 2026, 3:00 PM GMT
Analog Preservation
The basics of analog archival preservation offers an accessible introduction to caring for physical historical materials such as photographs, tapes, documents, and film. Participants learn essential principles like proper handling, environmental control, and storage strategies that help slow deterioration and extend the life of collections. The session also highlights common risks—light, humidity, pollutants, and physical stress—and provides practical tips for creating low-cost, preservation-friendly setups. Whether new to the profession or a seasoned veteran, this webinar equips attendees with foundational knowledge to safeguard analog materials for future generations.
Trainer: Samuel Ayers, Louisiana Collection
Cost: $15.00 per participant
Wed, Feb 25, 2026, 2:58 PM GMT
State Annual Report and Data Entry Training
We will have a new data entry software for 2026! This course will cover all aspects of navigating the new software, how to enter data for the State Annual Report, and cover new questions for 2026. All staff responsible for entering the data for the State Annual Report should take this training.
Trainer: Kelly LaRocca, Library Development
Cost: Free
Date/Time: Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 9:00am – 10:30am
Thu, Jan 15, 2026, 3:00 PM GMT
Keep Louisiana Beautiful
Please join Keep Louisiana Beautiful staff to learn how they can support your library through free resources, programs, grants, and collaborative opportunities during Love the Boot Week, April 18–26. Join us to learn how we can team up to elevate environmental education, and help build cleaner, greener communities across Louisiana.
Topics Covered:
- Get Down & Clean Up
- Love the Boot Week
- Environmental Education Resources
- Grants
Wed, Jan 21, 2026, 3:00 PM GMT
E-rate Overview
This is an introduction and overview of the E-rate process. Topics can include the following:
- Getting Started – the EPC System, entity information, etc.
- Review of the procurement process – 470s, RFPs, contracts, evaluating bids
- 471s, PIAs, Funding Commitments
- Recordkeeping, reviewing audits, and any general E-Rate concerns
Trainer: Meg Placke, State Librarian; Kassandra Woods, IT
Cost: Free
Tue, Feb 10, 2026, 3:00 PM GMT
Analog Preservation
The basics of analog archival preservation offers an accessible introduction to caring for physical historical materials such as photographs, tapes, documents, and film. Participants learn essential principles like proper handling, environmental control, and storage strategies that help slow deterioration and extend the life of collections. The session also highlights common risks—light, humidity, pollutants, and physical stress—and provides practical tips for creating low-cost, preservation-friendly setups. Whether new to the profession or a seasoned veteran, this webinar equips attendees with foundational knowledge to safeguard analog materials for future generations.
Trainer: Samuel Ayers, Louisiana Collection
Cost: $15.00 per participant
Wed, Feb 25, 2026, 2:58 PM GMT
State Annual Report and Data Entry Training
We will have a new data entry software for 2026! This course will cover all aspects of navigating the new software, how to enter data for the State Annual Report, and cover new questions for 2026. All staff responsible for entering the data for the State Annual Report should take this training.
Trainer: Kelly LaRocca, Library Development
Cost: Free
Date/Time: Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 9:00am – 10:30am
Any date
19
February, 2026
3:00 PM GMT
LSSC Foundations of Library Service
This course has hit capacity. Please contact libdev@library.la.gov to be added to the waitlist.
17
March, 2026
3:00 PM GMT
Check Out Louisiana : State Parks
Join Deputy State Librarian Giovanni Tairov as he presents information about the state wide roll out of the Check Out Louisiana : State Parks program!
Information presented will include expected dates, what the park pass covers, what supplies to expect in transit, and how to implement the program in your library system.
Trainer: Giovanni Tairov, Deputy State Librarian
Cost: Free
Date/Time: Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 9:00am – 10:00am
18
March, 2026
2:00 PM GMT
Confidence in the Workplace
Confidence plays a significant role in the workplace environment, and with it, comes job satisfaction. Confident employees receive more benefits such as raises and promotions and are trusted with more responsibilities. In this webinar, you will learn tips on how to gain confidence to be successful in the workplace.
Trainer: Brittany Whitfield, Library Development
Cost: $15.00 per participant
Date/Time: Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 9:00am – 10:00am
26
March, 2026
2:00 PM GMT
Showcase Your Library - Using the State Annual report and your library's statistics to showcase your library
Use the hard work you put into collecting your statistics and completing the State Annual Report to show your community why your library is a good investment! This course will cover visual reports available in the new software used for the State Annual Report, benchmarking your library against comparable libraries in the state, comparing and contrasting your library's statistics over the years, and the stories these numbers can tell.
Trainer: Kelly LaRocca, Library Development
Cost: $15.00 per participant
Date/Time: Thursday, March 26, 2026, 9:00am – 10:30am
26
March, 2026
3:00 PM GMT
Gale LegalForms: Discover Power of Attorney and Health Directives
Explore how Gale LegalForms from the State Library of Louisiana supports patrons with essential legal documents in this focused Power of Attorney and Health Directives training. Explore the most commonly requested forms, learn best practices for helping patrons understand and complete them accurately, and gain tips for navigating legal requirements. Build confidence in guiding users through these important life‑planning documents and empowering them to take informed action. Register today to strengthen your legal reference skills and help your community access the tools they need!
Trainer: Tammi Burke, Cengage/Gale
Cost: Free of charge
Dates/Times:
Session A: March 26, 2026, 10:00am – 11:15am
Session B: March 26, 2026, 1:00pm – 2:15pm
01
April, 2026
2:00 PM GMT
HomeworkLA presents Beyond Homework: Career & Technical Education Resources
Explore the career pathways, job readiness tools, certification prep, and technical skill-building resources already included in your HomeworkLA service and learn how to help patrons make the most of them.
Trainer: Ashlenn Wellbrock, tutor.com
Cost: Free
Date/Time: Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 9:00am – 10:00am
01
April, 2026
3:00 PM GMT
Language Learning Made Easy with Gale Presents: Udemy
This session showcases Udemy, a powerful platform offering thousands of video-based courses in business, technology, personal development, and more. Learn how to navigate the interface, search for relevant content, and support patrons in accessing high-quality, self-paced content specific to your user’s language learning needs.
Trainer: Tammi Burke, Cengage/ Gale
Cost: Free of charge
Dates/Times: Exact Date TBA
Session A: April 2026, 10:00am - 11:15am
Session B: April 2026, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
07
April, 2026
2:00 PM GMT
Staff Day 2026- Baton Rouge
This event allows the opportunity to participate in a variety of trainings reflective of current library trends while also giving staff the chance to network, share, and learn with peers from across the state. Agenda to be released in early March. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Cost: $45.00 per participant
Location:
State Library of Louisiana
701 N 4th St
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
09
April, 2026
2:00 PM GMT
Staff Day 2026- Ruston
This event allows the opportunity to participate in a variety of trainings reflective of current library trends while also giving staff the chance to network, share, and learn with peers from across the state. Agenda to be released in early March. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Cost: $45.00 per participant
Location:
Lincoln Parish Library- Events Center
910 N. Trenton St.
Ruston, LA 71270
14
April, 2026
2:00 PM GMT
E-government: Louisiana Legal
This session will help you assist your patrons with routine legal inquiries. Some of the
topics covered in this session include the following:
- Researching LA Revised Statute
- Obtaining and amending vital records
- Child Custody & Grandparents’ Rights
- Heirs’ Property
- Labor & Employment Rights
Trainer: Kirsten Campbell, Louisiana Collection
Cost: $15.00 per participant
Date/Time: Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 9:00am – 10:00am
22
April, 2026
2:00 PM GMT
Information Literacy: Combatting Misinformation
Even the most savvy of internet users can find it difficult to sort through the noise and find accurate information today. This session will focus on popular methods for evaluating sources, questions to help identify bias, and fact-checking resources in the time of fake news and A.I. reporting.
Trainer: Addyson Smith, Reference
Cost: $15.00 per participant
Date/Time: Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 9:00am – 10:30am
29
April, 2026
2:00 PM GMT
Patron Interactions: When to Compliment and When to Document
While customer service is often the name of the game, we also need to know when policies and procedures play an important role in our daily interactions. Join us as we talk about best practices for keeping your patrons smiling but also recognizing when an interaction has escalated and next steps need to be followed.
Trainer: Brittany Whitfield, Library Development
Cost: $15.00 per participant
Date/Time: Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 9:00am – 10:00am
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