BENNINGTON LIBRARY MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the Bennington Library Media Program is for all students, teachers, and administrators to develop the skills and judgment to become efficient, ethical, and effective lifelong learners.

We Believe that the Library Media Center:

* fosters library patronage as a lifelong practice.

* provides guidance to readers in selecting appropriate reading materials.

* is a vital resource that supports the educational program of the school through the collaboration of professional personnel.

* provides an atmosphere in which students can learn to be skillful and discriminating users of all available media.

* provides high-quality, accurate, and up-to-date resources to students and staff.