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Planning for Empowering Learners

Evaluating the School Library Program

Mission Statement

The mission of the school library programis to ensure that students and staff are effective users of ideas and information.

The school librarian empowers students to be critical thinkers,

enthusiastic readers, skilled researchers, and ethical users of information.

The School Librarian:

Collaborates with Teachers

Promotes Reading

Addresses Multiple Literacies: Information Literacy Media Literacy

Visual Literacy Technology Literacy

Creates an Inquiry-Based (Student-Centric) Program

Regularly Assesses Learning

Uses Strategic Planning

Has Full-Time Qualified Staff

Is Flexible, Open, Accessible

Has Sufficient Funding

Develops Clear Policies and Procedures

Maintains a Well-Developed Collection

Expands Outreach and Advocacy

Participates Regularly in Professional Development

Provides School and Professional Leadership

Nurtures Effective Relationships

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