Continuing Education Grant

CE Grant Report

Guidelines

Continuing education and training are vital to our member libraries and are a key piece of the state guidelines. The standards advocate that the library board “participates in at least one continuing education activity annually.” (Kansas Public Library Standards 2020-2024, p. 5). The standards also indicate that “Library personnel pursue on ongoing program of continuing education activities, including technology training.” (Kansas Public Library Standards 2020-2024, p. 9).

Annually, we provide financial support for system library staff and trustees to take advantage of the wide variety of educational programs available both in-person and online. Examples of supported conferences include the Kansas Library Association Conference and the Association of Rural & Small Libraries Conference. In addition, there are numerous online opportunities that extend our ability to offer continuing education opportunities, such as content offered by the Mid-America Library Alliance, all the major library associations and so much more that applies to the dynamic world of public libraries. Funding may be available for specialized CE events or trainings for several library staff from one institution. 

Application Requirements:

  • Submit a complete application that clearly describes the impact and benefit of the event or course on your job/library/community.
  • After the event, complete a Continuing Education Grant Report within 3 weeks that outlines your learning and key takeaways.
  • Submit your application in time to get early bird registration rates, preferably at least 4 weeks in advance of the event.
  • Applications accepted until November 15th.

Funding Limitations:

  • Libraries in taxing counties:  Maximum of $650 per library. 
  • Contracting Libraries:  Maximum of $500 per library. 
  • Checks will be sent to library to cover staff or trustees expenses.  

Applications will be funded based on:

  • Relevance of the event to applicant’s work.
  • Relative level of support from applicant’s library.
  • Availability of funds.
  • Willingness of applicant to share what they learned from the event with other member libraries.

Grant Report

Complete the Continuing Education Grant Report within 3 weeks of the funded event to report your grant outcomes.

CE Grant Application

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