Acquiring needed materials is the responsiblity of the Library Media Specialist. Materials need to be;

• Chosen to support students, teachers, and curriculum needs 

• Appropriate for users age range, content, and reading ability

• Materials need to represent different people, viewpoints, family structures, and cultures. EDI support

• Follet Support

• Collection Analysis Tool Kit

• New materials request

• Diverse Book Finder

Newly acquired materials need to be

• Verified, cataloged in the system, and available for checkout within 2 weeks

• Have school identification with barcode placed on the back, upper left-hand corner

• Books will need the spine labeled with call number, first 3 letters of authors name, number in the series if applicable, and genre sticker. Seal with clear book tape.

• Genre options are based on student and teacher requests, so this currently includes

• Fantasy, Realistic Fiction, Historical Fiction, Graphic Novel, Science Fiction, Fairytales, Mystery, Family, Award Winners, Humor, Non-Fiction

• Send an email informing patrons of new materials

• Place new materials out on display to peek interest