thelibraryassessmentplan.weebly.comthelibraryassessmentplan.weebly.com/.../3/2/1/...10_mi… · Web...
Transcript of thelibraryassessmentplan.weebly.comthelibraryassessmentplan.weebly.com/.../3/2/1/...10_mi… · Web...
Creating a Mission for the School Library
Femelyne C. Wesolowski
San Jose State University
LIBR 233-10 School Library Media Centers
June 30, 2014
Author Note
Femelyne C. Wesolowski, LIBR 233-10, School Library Media Centers, San Jose State
University.
Correspondence concerning this paper should be addressed to Femelyne C. Wesolowski,
Post Office Box 25677 Barrigada, Guam 96921. E-mail: [email protected]
CREATING A MISSION FOR THE SCHOOL LIBRARY Femelyne WesolowskiLIBR 233-10 Summer 2014
Creating a Mission for the School Library
The mission statement defines the purpose, work, and function of an organization. It
serves to measure how the organization designs it work and the direction for its work. (Keeling,
2013) It provides the foundation for collaboration among the stakeholders. It demands building
an open, “candid” relationship with the stakeholders. (Zmuda, 2007) Creating a mission
statement for a school library includes conducting an environmental scan - reviewing what is
already in place in the library, surveying what is valued by the school community, gathering
information for the foundation and resources of the library’s learning goals, and aligning policies
and procedures.
Daniel L. Perez Elementary School
Daniel L. Perez Elementary School (DLPES) is located in the heart of Yigo, the
northernmost and second most populated village of Guam. It is one of three public elementary
schools in the Lagu, or north, region of Guam. It serves students in HeadStart and Grades
Kindergarten to Five. The students live in the housing subdivisions adjacent to the school, those
located on the eastern side of Marine Corps Drive (Guam’s main highway), and those located in
the southwestern area of the village. DLPES is next door to the Mayor’s office and within
walking distance to three convenience stores, the village baseball field and basketball court, and
five minutes driving distance to the village gym, restaurants and other businesses, Andersen Air
Force Base, and World War II sites such as the South Pacific Memorial Park or the Chaguian
Massacre Site.
Figure 1. Map of Guam and Yigo
2
CREATING A MISSION FOR THE SCHOOL LIBRARY Femelyne WesolowskiLIBR 233-10 Summer 2014
School Demographics
DLPES ranks second among the three Lagu region elementary schools with a school
population of 681. The students are diverse in culture and language: 38% Chamorro, Guam’s
first people; 35% Filipino; 22% Pacific Islanders; 4% other; and 1% white. This translates into
46% of the students as English language Learners. Additionally, 77% of the students are eligible
for free or reduced lunch, and 5% are eligible for Special Education services. (GDOE, 2013,
SPRC: DLPES) Figure 2. DLPES’ Student Demographics
School Background
Since School Year (SY) 2010-2011, the Guam Department of Education (GDOE) district
has been transitioning from a ten-year long reading reform program focus into the
implementation of the Common Core State Standards. District-wide workshops have been
training administrators and teachers with the use of curriculum maps, alignment of the CCSS and
Guam’s Content Standards & Performance Indicators, the implementation of a common district
assessment for reading and math, and a review of teaching and learning strategies, e.g. graphic
organizers and thinking maps. (GDOE, 2013, Curriculum Documents)
In March 2012, DLPES completed a three year re-visit report for the Western Association
of Schools and Colleges (WASC). The principal at that time streamlined the accreditation focus,
or work, groups. The school community revised its school mission, its Expected School-wide
3
CREATING A MISSION FOR THE SCHOOL LIBRARY Femelyne WesolowskiLIBR 233-10 Summer 2014
Learning Results (ESLRs), and addressed the Critical Areas of Follow Up in their newly
formatted School Management Action Plan (SMAP). (DLPES, 2012, p. 57-60)
The report also shows that DLPES is working on collaboration and communication to
improve instructional practices and discuss assessment data, e.g. grade level meetings with the
school’s curriculum coordinators, quarterly peer walk- through, shared professional literature,
discussion and analysis of SAT10 and reading reform data. Three extracurricular activities
support academic literacy: The Saturday Institute hosts University of Guam students tutoring
select students in Science and Social Studies; Mother Read Father Read teaches parents literacy
activities for use at home; HOLD (Home Opportunities in Literacy Development) allows
students to bring home classroom books to read. The school has also built a computer lab of
fifteen stations with the help of local businesses and organizations. (DLPES, 2012, p. 61-64, 67,
83)
A significant challenge faced by DLPES and other schools is the stability of the school
administration and library personnel. Principals and Assistant Principals have been shuffled
among the schools these past two summers. There is a limited pool of certified librarians and
teachers. DLPES’ library plan was written under one principal and librarian; then its
implementation was attempted by another principal and librarian. (DLPES, 2012, p. 55)
Library Background
DLPES’ WASC report lists the Critical Area for Follow Up #11: “Library needs to be
fully utilized – Reading and Research.” (DLPES, 2012, WASC Report, p. 69) The school team
describes the challenges related to the school library. In SY 2010-2011, a three year school
library media program plan was written but not implemented the following year because the
certified librarian did not return. Classroom visits were scheduled but a school aide assisted with
checking out books. The report states that a librarian was hired in SY2011-2012 and was to
review the library media program plan. (DLPES, 2012, WASC Report p. 90)
On June 13, 2014, this writer was formally interviewed for the school librarian position at
DLPES. During the interview, the principal shared that in SY 2012-2013, the librarian provided
some service, e.g. bringing book carts to the classrooms, showing children’s VHS videos during
library visits, and completing the automation but on a personal computer. The principal also
shared that for SY 2013-2014, the school did not have a librarian or a library technician. The
4
CREATING A MISSION FOR THE SCHOOL LIBRARY Femelyne WesolowskiLIBR 233-10 Summer 2014
visit to the library showed the work to renovate and re-organize the physical space, to conduct a
thorough inventory of the current print and media collection, and to establish a functioning
computer system for the library.
Until this writer receives a formal confirmation as the school librarian, the principal could
not share the most current library media program plan, which she stated was updated this past
school year by DLPES’ technology committee. She did report that the ten new computers she
ordered were to be set up by the vendor this summer and eight new tables were to replace the
old, long rectangular tables. As of this report, a formal confirmation has not yet been received.
Librarian’s Opportunity
However, the SY 2010-2011to 2012-2013 school library media program plan for DLPES
is available on the GDOE website. The plan begins with the mission statement, goal, and general
objectives for all GDOE’s public school libraries. A cursory review of the other school library
plans reveals that the mission statement, goals, and objectives are the same. The program
components: Curriculum, Technology, Automation, Collection Building and Maintenance,
Library Structure, Special Programs and Other Activities are addressed based on the particular
needs of the school. Each component describes the need, lists the objectives, outlines the action
steps and cost, and ends with a statement that justifies the need. (Guzman, 2012)Table 1. Mission Statements for DLPES and Guam DOE Library Media Program
Mission StatementDL Perez Elementary School
Daniel L. Perez Elementary School is committed to providing all students with a safe, dynamic, and nurturing environment that prepares them to be productive, innovative, and global-minded citizens.
Mission StatementGuam Department of Education Library Media Program
The mission of Library Media Program of Guam Public School System is to provide information to students and staff in a variety of formats, teach the skills to use it and instill the desire to read and explore as lifelong learners.
As the new librarian / new employee entering DLPES with its more focused mission and
ESLRs, with a district entering full implementation of a more refined set of academic standards
and expectations, with a library in great need of an environmental, instructional, and
5
CREATING A MISSION FOR THE SCHOOL LIBRARY Femelyne WesolowskiLIBR 233-10 Summer 2014
technological renovation, this is an exciting opportunity to forge a new direction, new image for
the school library.
Surveying the Community
Forging a new direction begins with knowing the school and library background and
continues with input from the school community. While stakeholder input cannot be gathered at
this writing, a survey can be developed for future use. The survey can be adjusted for each
stakeholder – teachers, staff, students, parents. It should provide an opportunity for them to give
ideas and opinions on the design of each program component of the library media plan. The
existing school library media plan lists the following components Curriculum, Technology,
Automation, Collection Building and Maintenance, Library Structure, Special Programs and
Other Activities, which can be compared to the components listed in AASL’s Empowering
Learners: Guidelines for School Library Programs.(2009, p. 31) Sample questions for each
component are listed in the table below. Table 2. Program Components and Sample Questions to Improve Library Plan
Empowering Learners GDOE Sample QuestionsInstruction Curriculum
Special Programs &Other ActivitiesWhat should students learn from the library? About information literacy? Technological literacy? Digital literacy?
Learning Space Library Structure How should the library be designed to promote student learning? Promote love of reading?
Collection Collection Building & MaintenanceTechnologyAutomation
What book titles, subject areas, or authors should be included in the collection as based on classroom instruction?What kind of technology would be useful for students?
Staffing What knowledge and skills will volunteers need to assist in the library?
Budget Create a prioritized list of materials and resources that should be available in the library.
6
CREATING A MISSION FOR THE SCHOOL LIBRARY Femelyne WesolowskiLIBR 233-10 Summer 2014
Surveying Shared Values
Common themes and values will emerge from the survey responses. These values reveal
the “character” of DLPES by showing what is important to the school. (Keeling, 2013, p. 31)
Since an actual survey cannot be conducted for this writing, the activities listed from the WASC
report (2012), which show the school’s relative commitment to the importance of a library, can
be interpreted to reflect the Core Values of Librarianship. (ALA, 1996-2014, Core Values) The
following matches a current activity to the core values then projects a potential activity.
Access : Although the school did not have a certified librarian or a library
technician, a school aide was assigned to maintain scheduled visits and to check out books.
Future Planning: Explore fixed and flexible scheduling with classroom
teachers to ensure basic library instruction and support classroom
instruction
Future Planning: Discuss with administration the possibility of hiring a
library technician
Confidentiality / Privacy: No activity indicated from available information.
Future Planning: Establish procedure to record students’ Technology
Agreement Policy – to use online resources for school use only; for
appropriate use only
Democracy: No challenges reported from available information.
Future Planning: Review any existing district and or school challenge
policies or procedures, especially as students request for materials which
may be “controversial”
Diversity: The teachers and staff participated in an equity workshop and cultural
events, and implemented an anti-bullying campaign.
Future Planning: Promote school diversity through program planning, e.g.
participation with island-wide Micronesian Fair, and development of
Guam and Pacific collection
Education and Lifelong Learning: The computer lab promotes the skills learned, which
will be useful at all grade levels and beyond. Test data reflect the diligence in instruction and
learning. (See Figure 3)
Related Values: Collaboration, Communication, Unity
7
CREATING A MISSION FOR THE SCHOOL LIBRARY Femelyne WesolowskiLIBR 233-10 Summer 2014
Future Planning 1: Build relationships with teachers through grade level or
professional learning communities; start with one or two teachers or
grade levels for collaborative planning, teaching, and evaluation of lessons
Future Planning 2: Promote recreational reading, reading interests, reading
for fun with activities planned with students, e.g. posters, bookmarkers,
reading clubs
Intellectual Freedom: No challenges reported from available information.
Future Planning: Review existing policies and procedures
Preservation: The audio-visual equipment is outdated and will need to be replaced, but
the library is clean and orderly. New tables suitable for small groups will replace older,
rectangular tables.
Future Planning: Review de-selection or weeding policies or procedures to
ensure removal and replacement are justified
Professionalism: The district seeks to employ certified personnel in recognition that
their knowledge and skill greatly impacts student learning.
Future Planning: Establish relationships with other school librarians and
participate in local library associations
The Public Good: No activity indicated from available information.
Future Planning: Invite stakeholders to provide input or feedback on value of
activity or event
Service: Keeping the schedule to check out books is a limited service. A more
expanded will need to be developed.
Future Planning: Participate in professional development activities by
providing dynamic workshops for teachers, staff, parents, students
Social Responsibility: No challenges reported from available information.
Future Planning: Promote round table discussions related to student issues
and concerns with opportunities for all involved to participate
Figure 3. DLPES Gains in SAT10 Proficiency Levels
8
CREATING A MISSION FOR THE SCHOOL LIBRARY Femelyne WesolowskiLIBR 233-10 Summer 2014
Curriculum Alignment
This writer is concerned with this aspect of the planning because the WASC report and
the School Performance Report Card provides instructional information based on the reading
reform program but not on the work done with the Common Core State Standards. (DLPES,
2012; GDOE, 2013, SPRC: DLPES) The CCSS will be central to all instruction, including
library instruction. (ALA, 1996-2014, Learning standards) At the interview for DLPES, the
principal asked about alignment of CCSS with AASL standards, but discussion was limited.
The plan will be to first, inventory the current print and media collection; second, discuss
with the principal and teachers the availability of curriculum maps, integrated themes, and
alignment of CCSS to prioritized skills; and third, draft the survey for teachers and students to
include questions about topics of interest and instruction, ideas for resources needed from the
library, and potential schedules for collaboration on lesson planning.
In the meantime, planning for the library instruction will focus on the AASL standards
and multiple literacies, including digital and technological literacy and 21st century skills. (ALA,
2009, p. 23) Ideas to promote recreational reading include contests to design bookmarks or
posters, reading workshops or book clubs. Ideas to promote research include website visits and
evaluation, creation of pathfinders, and collaboration with the technology committee on use of
the computer lab.
Ideas to promote parent involvement include messaging parents with online presence
about library and school events; surveying potential connections or resources for volunteers,
donations, or partnerships; visiting families who do not have reading or computer resources to
discover and share how the library can be a resource for them. Working with the Parent Family
9
CREATING A MISSION FOR THE SCHOOL LIBRARY Femelyne WesolowskiLIBR 233-10 Summer 2014
Community (PFC) Outreach Program will be essential for the last idea. The PFC Outreach
includes a Social Worker and Community Aide who conduct home visits to deliver or get school
requests, organize parent workshops and provide information to other service agencies. (GDOE,
n.d., PFCO)
A potential partnership to work on is the University of Guam or the Simon Sanchez High
School students who speak the various Pacific island languages. They can serve as volunteer
readers, tutors, translators for the students at DLPES to motivate, inspire, guide as they model
continued learning and reading.
Technology Input
As stated, DLPES has a computer lab of fifteen stations, and ten computers will be set up
in the library this summer. (DLPES, 2012, p. 64) Working with the technology committee will
be an important relationship in order to determine established procedures and instructional
practices, to maximize the use of existing technology, to teach appropriate online etiquette,
search process, and copyright responsibility. The survey can include what has been learned and
what other interests might be. It can also determine the participation of parents and staff in using
the computer lab or experience with computers.
Library Policy and Procedures
At this writing, the current policy and procedures are not available. The school website is
not active, making it difficult to check for a library link. A thorough review of what is recorded
and practiced will be needed to determine the best service to provide the school community. The
survey will have to include a comparison of what exists to what is needed and still functional for
the library.
The service will have to highly consider the 77% who are eligible for free and reduced
lunch and the 46% who are eligible for the English as a Second Language Program. Will it be
feasible to set up fines? Will there be confusion or frustration in explaining to families who come
from areas without library experiences? What are potential effects of any policy established that
may prove detrimental to the enforcing that policy, e.g. “working off” fines? What resources will
be most appropriate to promote the library?
10
CREATING A MISSION FOR THE SCHOOL LIBRARY Femelyne WesolowskiLIBR 233-10 Summer 2014
Drafting the Mission Statement
The table below shows the school’s mission statement and compares Guam DOE’s
Library Media Program Plan Mission Statement against the mission contents that reflect a well-
designed statement. The DLPES Library Mission Statement should be aligned with the school
and district mission statements. This serves as a working document with which the school
community can provide input to shape the library program. (ALA, 2009, p, 8) The draft along
with the survey can be presented before or at the teacher orientation for the new school year,
shared with parents at their orientation or Open House, and discussed with students during
classes. The goal is to write the statement that reflects the community and its desire for a library
that serves their needs.
Table 3. Comparison of Current Mission Statements to Mission Statement Content
Mission Statement Contents
DLPES Library Guam Library Media Program
Plan
Daniel L. Perez Elementary School is committed to providing all students with a safe, dynamic, and nurturing environment that prepares them to be productive, innovative, and global-minded citizens.Library Represents the Community
DLPES Library serves the school community – students, teachers, staff, and parents -
The mission of Library Media Program of Guam Public School System is to provide to students and staff
Library Supports a Positive Learning Environment
with a welcoming and dynamic learning environment that promotes academic progress and personal enrichment;
to provide information in a variety of formats
Library Reflects the Ethical Code of the Profession
that provides a high quality and robust print and digital collection which reflects the standards of the AASL and Guam DOE; and
to teach the skills to use [information] and instill the desire to read and explore as lifelong learners.
Library Guides the Policies and Procedures and Aligns to the School Mission
that promotes intellectual freedom, democratic ideals, and social responsibility for the good of the person and the community.
Justification for the Mission
DLPES Library serves the school community – students, teachers, staff, and parents –
The WASC report lists the accreditation and grade level teams as a working community.
11
CREATING A MISSION FOR THE SCHOOL LIBRARY Femelyne WesolowskiLIBR 233-10 Summer 2014
51% of the parent survey was returned indicating either teachers working closely with parents to
ensure response or parents desiring to be involved in their child’s school experience. (DLPES,
2012, p. 17)
with a welcoming and dynamic learning environment
The visit to the library reveals a strong need to re-paint clean but white-washed walls on
which hung old-looking décor, replace old or broken furniture and outdated audio-visual
equipment, and re-organize the layout to be more inviting and approachable.
that promotes academic progress and personal enrichment;
The lack of a stable certified librarian and library technician has impeded the full use and
mission of the library. DLPES has made accommodations with a computer lab and literacy
programs (The Saturday Institute, Mother Read Father Read, HOLD).
Branding the library as a learning commons must begin with promoting what can be
possible – supporting instruction in the classroom, offering a steady and vibrant instruction in the
library, promoting reading for fun and personal interests, becoming a contributing member of the
school, and caring about the community.
that provides a high quality and robust print and digital collection
The visit shows a large number of the print collection in the shelves. A closer inventory
as the automation process is begun will further reveal what can be used to support classroom
instruction and to invite recreational reading. An inventory of the audio-visual collection will
require replacement of VHS and audiocassette tapes and players, old or broken TV sets and
carts. The ten computer stations purchased by the principal are a good start in promoting the
library’s service.
which reflects the standards of the AASL and Guam DOE; and
The school community must be taught that checking out books is not the only library
service available. Building relationship with the teachers and students is imperative. Providing a
caring, supportive, hands-on, informative presence will include becoming part of a team, setting
12
CREATING A MISSION FOR THE SCHOOL LIBRARY Femelyne WesolowskiLIBR 233-10 Summer 2014
up a library website with useful links and information, coverage in the school newsletter and
website.
that protects intellectual freedom, democratic ideals, and social responsibility
The holiday celebrations as part of the school calendar can be a starting venue to
introduce these values as research for ideas and activities, books and media become part of the
classroom instruction which can broaden the knowledge base and connect rights and privileges
to what can be lived out in an American community. Displays in the office or cafeteria or
rotating classrooms or dedicated bulletin board are more opportunities to promote ethical, global
thinking and behavior.
for the good of the person and the community
Coming in new will have its challenges but as the School Librarian for DLPES, I will
bring informed authority, welcoming presence, caring support and ever hopeful, I will begin to
“empower [the school community] to be critical thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful
researchers, and ethical users of information” and ideas. (ALA, 2009, p.8)
Conclusion: Plan of Action
Develop the survey for each stakeholder to provide ideas and opinions for each
component of the library program: Mission, Curriculum, Technology, Automation, Collection
Building and Maintenance, Library Structure, Special Programs and Other Activities
Obtain permission from the administration on when to conduct the survey for teachers
and staff – online program such as Survey Monkey and how to work with the teachers to
distribute the surveys to students and parents
Compile survey results and present at a faculty / staff meeting and parent orientation or
Open House or a dedicated meeting to invite parent volunteers and classroom visits
Build a school library website and link to the school website
Set up library instruction for the school year, per grade level
Inventory the physical collection
Paint and re-organize the physical environment
Inventory the records for policies and procedures; research as needed with district office
13
CREATING A MISSION FOR THE SCHOOL LIBRARY Femelyne WesolowskiLIBR 233-10 Summer 2014
Set up or program the computer stations for library administrative operations and library
instruction
Set up budgeting procedures
Put on a smile; unlock the doors, welcome in the first class
14
CREATING A MISSION FOR THE SCHOOL LIBRARY Femelyne WesolowskiLIBR 233-10 Summer 2014
References
American Library Association. (1996-2014). Core values of librarianship. Retrieved June 29,
2014 from http://www.ala.org/advocacy/intfreedom/statementspols/corevalues#access
American Library Association. (2009). Empowering learners: Guidelines for school library
programs. Chicago, Illinois: American Association of School Librarians.
American Library Association. (1996-2014). Learning standards & common more state standards
crosswalk. Retrieved June 30, 2014 from
http://www.ala.org/aasl/standards-guidelines/crosswalk
D.L. Perez Elementary School Accreditation Team. (2012, March). WASC accreditation: Three-
year term re-visit report. Report presented to the Western Association of Schools and
Colleges.
Guam Department of Education. (2014, February 10). Curriculum documents: Superintendent’s
message. Retrieved June 30, 2014 from https://sites.google.com/a/gdoe.net/curriculum-
and-instruction/home/curriculum-documents
Guam Department of Education. (n.d.). Student support services division: Parent family
community outreach program. Retrieved June 30, 2014 from
https://sites.google.com/a/gdoe.net/studentsupportservices/home/parent-family-
community-outreach-program
Guam Department of Education. (2013, October 30). School performance report card: D.L. Perez
elementary school. Retrieved June 29, 2014 from https://docs.google.com/viewer?
a=v&pid=sites&srcid=Z2RvZS5uZXR8Z2RvZXxneDo1OGU4NTg1NTNhZmI1OTkw
Guzman, A. T. (2012, March 26). Daniel L. Perez elementary school library media program
three year plan school year 2011-2013: Three year plan revision. Retrieved June 29, 2014
15
CREATING A MISSION FOR THE SCHOOL LIBRARY Femelyne WesolowskiLIBR 233-10 Summer 2014
from https://sites.google.com/a/gdoe.net/curriculum-and-instruction/home/improving-
literacy/library-media-program-plan
Keeling, M. (2013). Mission statements: Rhetoric, realty, or road map to success?. Knowledge
Quest, 42(1), 30-36. Retrieved from LIBR 233-10 Course Modules Permalink:
http://libaccess.sjlibrary.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?
direct=true&db=ofm&AN=90230624&site=ehost-live
Zmuda, A. (2007). Hitch your wagon to a mission statement. School Library Media Activities
Monthly, 24(1), 24-26. Retrieved June 29, 2014 from
http://web.b.ebscohost.com.libaccess.sjlibrary.org/ehost/detail?sid=9d9eb18f-57cf-4b93-
b901-c28b1b4a98ce
%40sessionmgr111&vid=1&hid=117&bdata=JnNpdGU9ZWhvc3QtbGl2ZQ%3d
%3d#db=lih&AN=26357698
16
CREATING A MISSION FOR THE SCHOOL LIBRARY Femelyne WesolowskiLIBR 233-10 Summer 2014
Bibliography
Pacific Islands Association of Libraries, Archives, and Museums. (n.d.). Partnerships. Retrieved
from http://piala-pacific.wix.com/piala-pacific#!partnerships/c1vzv
Rough, D. (2008). An analysis of the mission statements of K--12 christian schools: Their
components and the value they hold for the organizational leader. (Order No. 3344674,
Indiana Wesleyan University). ProQuest Dissertations and Theses , 252-n/a. Retrieved
from http://search.proquest.com/docview/288353909?accountid=10043 (288353909).
17
CREATING A MISSION FOR THE SCHOOL LIBRARY Femelyne WesolowskiLIBR 233-10 Summer 2014
Appendix AGuam DOE & DLPES Vision & Mission Statements
Vision StatementGuam Department of Education
Our educational community prepares all students for life, promotes excellence and provides support.
Mission StatementDL Perez Elementary School
Daniel L. Perez Elementary School is committed to providing all students with a safe, dynamic, and nurturing environment that prepares them to be productive, innovative, and global-minded citizens.
Mission StatementGuam Department of Education Library Media Program
The mission of Library Media Program of Guam Public School System is to provide information to students and staff in a variety of formats, teach the skills to use it and instill the desire to read and explore as lifelong learners.
Library Media Program GoalsQuality library programs serve to improve literacy skills and academic achievements of students by providing students with increased access to up-to-date school library materials, an equipped, technologically advanced library media center, and well-trained, professionally certified school library media specialists. (NCLB)
General Objectives1. All students shall have a ready access to all materials needed for academic achievement at DLPES.2. All students will participate in reading enhancement programs, library skill lessons, and literature appreciation projects facilitated by the librarian.3. All students will be introduced to advanced media technology and have the opportunity to experience its use.4. Required supplies and equipment will be made available and maintained to make the achievement of our goals and objectives a reality.
18
CREATING A MISSION FOR THE SCHOOL LIBRARY Femelyne WesolowskiLIBR 233-10 Summer 2014
Appendix BGuam Department of Education Library Media Program Plan
Outline of Program Components, Goals, and Objectives
Goals & Objectives Knowledge ActionCURRICULUM
Achieve academic excellence Research skills Set up curriculumReinforce knowledge Dewey Decimal System Schedule once a week
lessonsReinforce standardized skills Students’ abilitiesAlign with DOE standards, CCSS Students’ interestsAlign with AASL standards Use resources & equipmentRelate reading to their personal appropriately
TECHNOLOGYProvide access Multi-media equipment Purchase 1 computer –
libraryTeach basic computer skills Hardware equipment Purchase 2 computers –
OPACSoftware Purchase 2 printersDVD player Purchase laptop computersInternet access Purchase multimedia
projectors
AUTOMATIONAvailable 24 hour service Library World System Purchase upgradesProvides optimal access Purchase barcodesProvides organization, Purchase scannersInventory control, Transfer skills
COLLECTIONUpdate for current /appropriateBooks, media, periodicalsHW Wilson subscriptionSchool Library Journal
LIBRARY STRUCTUREAssess current floor plan More comfortable furniture
Independent cubbiesCharging stationDisplay shelves/racks
SPECIAL PROGRAMS & OTHERSExperience authorship National Library Week Storybook character paradeRecord books read National Book Week Book fairCreate books Incentives
19