My Philosophy
Mission Statement:
The mission of the library information and technology program is to insure that library patrons are effective and ethical users of ideas and information.
Belief Statements
Learning
- Students must be actively engaged in the learning process.
- Faculty and students will work to achieve proficiency for all students.
- Critical reading and listening is a skill essential to informed citizenship.
Instruction
- Technology is an integral part of the learning process.
- A variety of strategies and techniques will be used.
- All work is data driven and research based.
- Goals are aligned with AASL and ISTE curriculum standards.
- Instruction is differentiated based on student needs and learning styles.
Assessment
- Assessments are on-going.
- Formative assessments are essential to demonstrate learning and guide instruction.
- A variety of assessments will be used (i.e. formal, informal, teacher-observation, district assessments).
Relationships
- Education should be a collaborative effort among staff, parents, and students.
- All stakeholders will display a positive attitude.
- Two way communication is vital for relationship building between staff, students, and parents.
Expectations
- A high performing learning culture will be promoted by all stakeholders.
- All stakeholders will hold the highest expectations for all students in order for the students to reach their highest potential.
Vision Statement
An exempliary K-12 school library program is committed to supporting and enhancing the district’s core values of academic excellence, respect, a positive learning environment for all students, and open communication to share ideas, resources and responsibilities. The teacher-librarian collaborates with other stake‐holders to promote critical thinking skills and strategies for students to become active and independent learners. The K-12 library program will:
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be the center of inquiry, knowledge, and creativity for the school.
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provide information literacy instruction to students.
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provide a diverse collection of digital and print resources.
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collaborate with classroom teachers to ensure effective use of library resources and continued instruction in current and future technologies.
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partner with local public libraries to provide a broader scope of resources.
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maintain a strong online presence to meet the needs of students beyond the school day.
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provide consistent instruction and resources throughout the district.