2. Physical Space
Expectations
I plan to incorporate the following into the
physical space of the library:
● Comfortable seating
● Interesting visuals (pictures)
● Seasonal book displays
● Seasonal decorations
SHHS Library Vision
3. SHHS Library Vision
Physical Space
Expectations
(continued)
● Learning Commons approach with open space
for collaboration
● Computer stations and laptops
● Tables and chairs that are easily reconfigured
● Coffee bar
● Soft background music
● Comfortable atmosphere
4. SHHS Library Vision
Collection Wish List
● Update the nonfiction section
● Add to the Accelerated Reader Collection
● Update reference materials
● Obtain copies of Common Core Exemplar texts
5. SHHS Library Vision
Technology Wish List
● New laptop cart (34 laptops)
● 8 new desktop computers (6 to go inside study carrels
and 2 to go on a computer table)
● E-readers
● Subscriptions to several scholarly journal databases
6. SHHS Library Vision
Additional Library Spaces
● There is a room in the back left side of the library that
has a sink in it. I plan to make a kitchenette area
● I plan to move the circulation desk closer to the front
entrance of the library
● The book drop needs to be moved closer to the front
door
● The periodicals room needs to be cleaned up and
utilized
●The storage room in the back right of the library needs
to be cleaned out
7. SHHS Library Vision
Miscellaneous Wish List
● Additional comfortable seating
● Additional bookshelves
● New desktop for circulation desk
● Student library helper
8. SHHS Library Vision
Professional Vision for the library:
● Media specialist as co-teacher
● Media specialist as collaborator
● Media specialist as planner
● Media specialist as researcher
● Media specialist as visionary school leader
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11. Resources
(continued)
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