HASD Library Media Center Goals

Goal: Build a Reading Culture

Future Ready Framework:

Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment

Budget & Resources

Use of Space & Time

District Core Areas:

Learning & Academics

Financial Stewardship & Operational Management

Emotionally Healthy Schools

Engagement & Communication

Smart Goal:

Within the next three years, we will improve the library collection and increase student engagement in reading by 5% as measured by circulation data and student surveys. This will be achieved through:

• Update collections based on diversity, Social Emotional Learning and literacy goals, student and staff requests and recommendations and from leading book reviewers such as School Library Journal, Booklist, Follett, Mackin, Common Sense Media, Kirkus and The Horn Book.

• Genrefying the library collection by categorizing books into clearly labeled sections according to genre, facilitating easier browsing and discovery for students. This process will be completed by the end of year three. Genrefying is putting books in to genre's to make it easier for students to find books.

• Ensuring age appropriateness by reviewing our collection to assure the books align with recommended age ranges by using professional reviews. At least 30% of the library collection will be tagged appropriately by the end of the year one.

• Conducting a comprehensive review of the current collection to identify outdated or irrelevant materials, resulting in the removal of the existing inventory through strategic wedding. Weeding will be done on a monthly basis.

• Diversifying the collection by adding new titles every year representing a range of cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives, ensuring inclusivity and relevance to our community and the diverse world we live in. We will continually look for books to support this goal, by maintaining our current percentage.

•  In alignment with state early literacy instruction elementary schools will have read aloud minutes during library time. 

Progress will be monitored monthly through circulation reports and age appropriateness tagging completion rates. Annual student feedback surveys on reading habits and preferences. Adjustments will be made as necessary to meet the target and ensure the ongoing development of a vibrant reading culture in the school library.

Goal: Curates, Invest & Educate in Digital Resources and Digital Citizenship

Future Ready Framework:

Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment

Budget and Resources

Use of Space and Time

District Core Areas:

Learning & Academics

Financial Stewardship & Operational Management

Engagement & Communication

Smart Goal:

Within the next academic year, increase the utilization of digital resources among teachers and students by 10%, measured through usage analytics and feedback surveys. Also, add digital citizenship skill to K-4, one lesson per grade per year for the next three years. Digital resources are electronic resources such as applications (apps), software, programs, or websites that engage students in learning activities and support the learning goals of students. This will be achieved by:

• Curating a comprehensive catalog of digital resources aligned with curriculum standards, including e-books, educational websites, interactive multimedia, and online databases.

• Investing in new digital tools and platforms that enhance teaching and learning experiences, allocating at least 27% of the annual Common School Funds  budget to acquiring and subscribing to high-quality digital resources.

• Educating teachers through communications,  professional development workshops and training sessions on integrating digital resources effectively into lesson plans and instructional practices, with a minimum of six communications per year.

• Library Media Specialist complete the PBS News and Media Literacy program to support teachers and students.

  • LMS will create curriculum for K-4 and Digital Literacy teachers will support 5-8

  • This can help students think critically and thoughtfully as  media consumers and creators.

• Apply to be a part of the 24-25 Wisconsin Media Literacy Cohort.

• Engaging students in digital literacy initiatives and workshops to develop their skills in accessing, evaluating, and utilizing digital information responsibly and ethically by supporting teachers/co-teaching Digital Citizenship & Media Literacy lessons in the elementary schools. Library Media Specialist will conduct the first lessons and will conduct one lesson per grade per year, the first year, incorporating the potential topics.

  • • media balance & well being

    • privacy & security

    • Digital Footprint & Identity

    • Relationships & Communication

    • Cyberbullying, Digital Drama & Hate Speech

    • News & Media Literacy

Progress will be monitored bi-annually through usage data analysis and feedback surveys from both teachers and students, with adjustments made as necessary to achieve the target.

Goal: Builds Instructional Partnerships

Future Ready Framework:

Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment

Collaborative Leadership

District Core Areas:

Learning & Academics

Financial Stewardship & Operational Management

Engagement & Communication

Smart Goal:

Within the next three years, we will improve the communication and support of the Library Media Center resources by 50%, as measured by the number of communications and collaborative projects initiated, survey results and feedback received. This will be accomplished through:

• Working with teachers and library media assistants a comprehensive communication plan will be created detailing the timeline and source of communication utilizing some or all of the following means: emails, newsletters and meetings with staff and principals. The communication will highlight the digital resources, new books added and other important topics that will add value for our instructional partnerships.

• Offering a series of tailored professional development workshops and training sessions focused on accessing, organizing, and utilizing all library materials effectively in instructional practices. These sessions will cover topics such as leveraging digital resources, usage of resources available and implementing makerspace into lessons to support engaging opportunities for students.  

• Facilitating collaborative planning meetings between librarians, teachers, and principals to identify opportunities for integrating library resources and services into curriculum design and instruction.

Progress will be monitored annually through communications sent out, meeting minutes and professional development conducted___ with adjustments made as necessary to achieve the target.