The district’s library information and technology programs provide a broad, flexible array of services, resources, and instruction that support student mastery state standards in all subject areas.  The programs include resources that promote a positive impact on student learning, like a variety of resources for reading advocacy, student communication skills, and electronic and print information. 

Teacher-librarians will collaborate as instructional partners and information specialists with classroom teachers to develop students’ information and technology skills, help all students meet the content goals in all subject areas and assist high school students in completing their high school and beyond plans. 

Additionally, the teacher-librarians’ duties may include, but are not limited to, integrating information and technology into curriculum and instruction; providing instruction to students and staff regarding the use of emerging learning technology; providing instruction to students about the appropriate use of computers, mobile devices and navigating systems at school; helping teachers and staff access and use information ethically; instructing students in digital citizenship and information literacy; promoting a culture of reading within the school community; and providing individual support and guidance for students.  

The superintendent will establish procedures for selecting library materials with the understanding that media literacy resources will consist of a balance of sources and perspectives. Parents who wish to express a concern about specific material included in the collection may do so according to the procedures outlined in Procedure 2021P, understanding that the criteria and rationale for reconsidering library resources differ from those for reconsidering classroom instructional materials.

Cross References:
Policy 2020 Course Design, Selection and Adoption of Instructional Materials 
Procedure 2020 Course Design, Selection and Adoption of Instructional Materials 

Legal References:
RCW 28A.320.230 Instructional Materials — Instructional materials committee 
RCW 28A.320.240 School Library Media Programs — Stocking of libraries — Teacher - Librarians 
WAC 392-204- 005, 009, 020, 025, 055 Library Media Centers: 
WAC 392-204-005 Purpose and authority 
WAC 392-204-009 Definitions 
WAC 392-204-020 School library media program 
WAC 392-204-025 Services 
WAC 392-204-055 Other sources 

Adopted:  July 16, 2002
Revised:  11.21.2017; 02.27.2018
Revised:  July 15, 2025