The Calvin Simmons Library seeks to support student learning, individually and in an in-class setting by providing access to a catalog of books and materials that have been co-curated by teachers, students, and library staff (Buchanan, 2019) to best reflect the needs of the community. CSL staff work closely with teachers to meaningfully integrate content, technology, and information literacies to improve student outcomes (Everhart, 2013) and support best teaching practices, and work closely with students to build a library program that reflects their needs, interests and curiosities.

At the intersection of two diverse schools, the Calvin Simmons Library will engage in programming and intentional community building that create a bridge between the students, staff and families of the school communities it serves.