This week we celebrate Queensland School Library Week and this year’s theme, School Libraries Light the Way, perfectly captures what our library aims to do every day. School libraries illuminate pathways to learning, belonging, curiosity and joy. They guide students in reading, research, creativity and personal growth while promoting equity and inclusivity for every learner.
Here is how our library is commenced lighting the way in the first few weeks of 2026.
Lighting the Way for Reading, Research and Recreation
Book Clubs in Full Swing: Our book clubs for primary and secondary students have been meeting since Week 2 and the enthusiasm has been wonderful to see. These groups give students opportunities to read for pleasure, discuss ideas and connect with other readers across the school.
Sharing New Books: We continue to promote new books to staff and students. Whether it is a fresh fantasy adventure, a gripping nonfiction title or the newest young adult novel, we work hard to help every reader find something they will enjoy.
Supporting Teacher Professional Learning: We are also lighting the way for staff by ensuring our digital access to teacher journals is current, reliable and easy to use. We share these resources across school networks so that teachers can stay informed, inspired and connected to current practice.
Library Lessons for Years 5 to 8: Our library lessons support student interest and reading engagement. These sessions are planned to build student efficacy in navigating their own reading journey.
Information Literacy for Years 7 and 8: I collaborated with classroom teachers to deliver information literacy instruction that is authentic and practical. Students are learning to locate information, evaluate sources and use material ethically, which helps prepare them for success in school and beyond.
Lighting the Way for Equity and Inclusivity
Lunar New Year Activities: From this week we will offer Lunar New Year activities during language classes and at lunchtime. These activities build cultural understanding and celebrate the rich diversity of our school community so that every student feels valued and represented.
The Happy Book Dragon: Our library is also home to its resident happy book dragon (aka ME) who lives and breathes book trivia and reading joy. Sometimes lighting the way simply means sharing enthusiasm and creating a space where curiosity thrives.
Lighting the way together
Queensland School Library Week is a reminder of the powerful role a school library plays in the life of a community. From nurturing readers to supporting staff and celebrating cultural diversity, our library is proud to be a guiding light in our school.
Here is to a bright and book filled week and to the many ways libraries continue to light the way every day.
Learning through the Library 