Presentation aimed at introducing the mission of the school library program and rubric categories in AASL's Guide for Empowering Learners.

1. Planning for Empowering Learners Evaluating the School Library Program

2. Mission Statement

3. The mission of the school library program is 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.

4. The School Librarian:

5. Collaborates with Teachers

6. Promotes Reading

7. Addresses Multiple Literacies: Information Literacy Media Literacy Visual Literacy Technology Literacy

8. Creates an Inquiry-Based (Student-Centric) Program

9. Regularly Assesses Learning

10. Uses Strategic Planning

11. Has Full-Time Qualified Staff

12. Is Flexible, Open, Accessible

13. Has Sufficient Funding

14. Develops Clear Policies and Procedures

15. Maintains a Well-Developed Collection

16. Expands Outreach and Advocacy

17. Participates Regularly in Professional Development

18. Provides School and Professional Leadership

19. Nurtures Effective Relationships

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