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The article looks at the findings of the "Vision Tours" conducted by the American Association of School Librarians in 2010-2011, wherein 35 school library programs throughout the U.S. were visited to collect data augmented by interviews and observation. Among of the attributes found to be shared by outstanding school library programs are leadership, learning space, and reading. The significant look provided by the findings and analysis to the effective library programs is discussed.

The article examines the use of digital textbooks in schools in Florida due to legislation allowing Florida school districts to use textbook funds on digital content. It focuses on a pilot program at Clearwater High School in Pinellas County, Florida through which wireless reading devices were given to students and electronic book readers were given to teachers. In a pilot project in Palm Beach County, Florida, students stated that they enjoyed using electronic book readers more than print books. Topics include increased concentration in students, reading comprehension, and the inclusion of teacher-librarians in helping schools shift from print texts to digital books.

Discusses the elements of a successful K-12 school technology planning. Guiding question that technology leaders must always remember as they develop their plan; Benefit of technology plans; Purpose of vision statements.

The article provides information on Project Panhandle Autism Library Services (PALS) that intends to ensure success in libraries for patrons with autism. Topics mentioned include a Syracuse University Project Expanding Nondiscriminatory Access by Librarians Everywhere workshop in 2013, four online training modules from Project PALS designed to fit librarians' needs, and communication with individuals with autism.