The school library curriculum encourages students to:
Have a critical stance -students examine the authority of authors and the bias of sponsors
Assess the of the importance of currency of information to the topic at hand
Determine the scope and relevance of information to meet their needs
The curriculum incorporates the new AASL Standards Framework. Media & Information Literacy instruction occurs best in the context of the school curriculum where students have a need to know and are guided by a standard of excellence set by their classroom teachers in collaboration with the school librarian. School libraries provide flexible and equitable access to all in both physical and digital spaces.
Beyond its curricular role, school librarians:
Ensure that members of the learning community have a venue for exploring questions
Provide leadership in the constructive, safe & ethical use of information technologies for both students and staff
Offer expertise in accessing and evaluating information
Develop high-quality print and digital collections resources representing various points of view on current, historical and personal interest
The school library program is based on long-range goals developed through strategic planning and reflecting the mission of the school. Policies, procedures, and guidelines are developed to maintain the school library program. For more information on the role of school libraries, click here.
District-wide library policies (2013) provide schools with guidance on collection development, emerging technology & social media use (AUP), and ethical use of information.