General Session - Friday

General Session I
Opening Session
Friday, November 17th
8:00–9:30am

David Mas Masumoto
David Mas Masumoto, author, third-generation organic peach and grape farmer, father, husband, and columnist for the Fresno Bee, will welcome conference attendees at the first general session of the 2006 California School Library. Conference celebrating California School Libraries, a Bountiful Harvest. Mas calls himself a slow farmer, carefully observing the changes in nature, listening, and responding to the changes in the land, and through his poignant writing, he reminds us to take time to savor all the moments of life. His writing and speaking are a perfect reflection of his joy and insight into the cycle of the harvest. Join Mas and your colleagues in our first general session and let us begin the harvest of great ideas!

Presentations at this session are the Innovation Award (sponsored by Highsmith Inc.), Technology Award (sponsored by Sagebrush Corp.), and the President’s Award (sponsored by DEMCO), recognition of Sustaining Members, and the installation of new CSLA State Officers.

Conference Home

This luncheon is a “must” for those committed to school library legislation. Bi-partisan support of school libraries is essential to successful passage of CSLA bills. Tom Harman, a Republican from Orange County, has the distinction of being the first Republican to vote for CSLA’s School Libraries Content Standards bill. Further, he is the only legislator to vote for it twice in the same year – first on the floor of the Assembly and four months later on the floor of the Senate. After nearly six years of service as an Assembly Member, Mr. Harman won a special election in June to fill the vacant 35th Senate seat. He brings to this luncheon not only the perspective of a Senator, Assembly Member, and former city councilman, but also the commitment of a longtime supporter of school libraries.

Presentations at this meeting are the CSLA Administrative Leadership Award and Good Ideas! Awards.

Note: Free seating room will be available for those who would prefer to eat elsewhere; however, food may not be brought into the room.

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Tarragon Chicken Croissant Sandwich with Brie Cheese Wedge, Red Potato Salad, and Fruit Skewer
Vegetarian Croissant Sandwich: Grilled vegetables with tomato, feta cheese, and greens, with Brie Cheese Wedge, Red Potato Salad, and Fruit Skewer
Dessert: Bailey’s & Chocolate Cake
Both meals include brewed coffee or iced tea

To purchase luncheon ticket, see registration form.