PHARR— Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD Librarian Linda Martinez was recently named Regional Innovative Librarian by the Region One Education Service Center and recognized as a 2025 Library Journal Mover & Shaker by Library Journal.These well-earned recognitions reflect her outstanding contributions to her students and school communities.Martinez says that when she received the email notifying her of the Library Journal Mover & Shaker award, she was overwhelmed with excitement. Her passion for her profession stems from the opportunity to help students and watch them flourish.“Innovation in librarianship is about more than books—it’s about opportunity, support, and connection,” Martinez shares. “If I can ...