Library Media Resource Center

Standard 1 - Teaching for Learning 

Model and promote a knowledge of learners and learning by designing and delivering inquiry-based information literacy instruction that enhances the information, media, visual and technical literacies of P-12 students; • Integrate emerging technologies into a variety of instructional strategies to support the diverse learning styles, interests, and ability of all students to inquire, think critically, and gain and create knowledge; • Collaborate with educators and other stakeholders in professional development activities involving curriculum development and school improvement processes in support of student achievement.

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Standard 2 - Literacy and Reading

Promote reading for children, young adults and other education professionals through the use of high-quality and high-interest literature in print and digital formats that reflect the diverse developmental, cultural, social and linguistic needs of their P-12 students and communities; • Use authentic and engaging instructional strategies that reinforce classroom reading instruction in support of lifelong learning and to build an appreciation for literature in support of personal and creative pursuits of P-12 students and other members of the school community.

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Standard 3 - Information and Knowledge

Ensure open and equitable access to information by collaborating with all members of the school community to develop solutions to physical, social and intellectual barriers to resources and services in school libraries; • Model and promote efficient and ethical information seeking behaviors through the design and delivery of authentic and relevant learning experiences for P-12 students, teachers and administrators in professional learning communities; • Enhance access to information for P-12 students and other members of their schools and communities through the use of current and emerging technologies that support the access, interpretation and communication of information; • Use a variety of research strategies to create new knowledge and improve practice in school libraries.

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Standard 4 - Advocacy and Leadership

Advocate for strong school library programs by designing and leading professional development opportunities that clearly articulate the impact of a school library program's resources, services and programming on student academic achievement; • Become active contributors in education and information professional organizations and use publications, conferences, and virtual professional development experiences and opportunities to engage in social and intellectual networks that address best practice in school libraries; • Use research and other evidence-based data and information to contribute to and lead school improvement and professional development initiatives.

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Standard 5 - Program, Management and Administration

​Design, direct, and promote strong school library programs with resources, services, policies, procedures, and programming that are clearly aligned with the school's mission and that supports the ethical principles and current standards of their profession; • Articulate and model the responsibilities of digital citizenship regarding intellectual freedom, intellectual property, and the right to privacy; • Provide access to print, non-print and digital collections that support and enhance instruction and reflect the needs and interests of their diverse P-12 students, school and community; • Manage, organize and evaluate school library physical resources (facilities), fiscal resources (budgets), and human resources (personnel) to ensure the school library program recognizes, celebrates and advocates for the curricular, personal and professional needs of all stakeholders.