Libraries and schools have diverse materials reflecting differing points of view, and our mission is to provide access to information to all users.
All library users have a First Amendment right to read, view, and listen to library and educational resources.
The Library Bill of Rights and the Freedom to Read Statement of the American Library Association can be used as guiding documents.
Any person has the right to express concerns about library and educational resources and expect to have the objection taken seriously.
When library and educational resources are reconsidered, the principles of the freedom to read, listen, and view are defended rather than specific materials.
A questioned item will be considered in its entirety, not judged solely on portions taken out of context.
Parents or guardians have the right to guide the reading, viewing, and listening of their children, but must give the same right to other parents/guardians.
Questioned items will remain in circulation during the reconsideration process.
The reconsideration process should be completed in its entirety and not subverted or ended prematurely, leaving the library and school open to legal challenge.
https://www.ala.org/advocacy/intfreedom/librarybill