1.1 An effective school library:

• Provides appropriate resources (including digital resources) and information to meet the needs of the school community
• Utilises current technology to provide efficient access to and effective communication of information
• Provides opportunities and resources for teachers to integrate information skills into learning activities
• Is provided with sufficient funding to achieve the school's educational aims
• Enriches students reading experiences and develops their skills as independent learners
• Supports the teaching and learning process
• Has adequate professional and trained support staff
• Is planned and designed to be a pleasant and stimulating learning environment
• Is monitored regularly to assess its use
• Improves student literacy standards
• Models and monitors priorities based on contemporary library principles

ALIA/ACLIS Joint Statement on Library and Information Services in Schools

ASLA School Library Bill of Rights

IFLA/UNESCO School Library Manifesto

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