Creating a Mission for the School Library

Femelyne C. Wesolowski

San Jose State University

LIBR 233-10 School Library Media Centers

June 30, 2014

Author Note

Femelyne C. Wesolowski, LIBR 233-10, School Library Media Centers, San Jose State

University.

Correspondence concerning this paper should be addressed to Femelyne C. Wesolowski,

Post Office Box 25677 Barrigada, Guam 96921. E-mail: femywesolowski@gmail.com

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Creating a Mission for the School Library

The mission statement defines the purpose, work, and function of an organization. It

serves to measure how the organization designs it work and the direction for its work. (Keeling,

2013) It provides the foundation for collaboration among the stakeholders. It demands building

an open, “candid” relationship with the stakeholders. (Zmuda, 2007) Creating a mission

statement for a school library includes conducting an environmental scan - reviewing what is

already in place in the library, surveying what is valued by the school community, gathering

information for the foundation and resources of the library’s learning goals, and aligning policies

and procedures.

Daniel L. Perez Elementary School

Daniel L. Perez Elementary School (DLPES) is located in the heart of Yigo, the

northernmost and second most populated village of Guam. It is one of three public elementary

schools in the Lagu, or north, region of Guam. It serves students in HeadStart and Grades

Kindergarten to Five. The students live in the housing subdivisions adjacent to the school, those

located on the eastern side of Marine Corps Drive (Guam’s main highway), and those located in

the southwestern area of the village. DLPES is next door to the Mayor’s office and within

walking distance to three convenience stores, the village baseball field and basketball court, and

five minutes driving distance to the village gym, restaurants and other businesses, Andersen Air

Force Base, and World War II sites such as the South Pacific Memorial Park or the Chaguian

Massacre Site.

Figure 1. Map of Guam and Yigo

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School Demographics

DLPES ranks second among the three Lagu region elementary schools with a school

population of 681. The students are diverse in culture and language: 38% Chamorro, Guam’s

first people; 35% Filipino; 22% Pacific Islanders; 4% other; and 1% white. This translates into

46% of the students as English language Learners. Additionally, 77% of the students are eligible

for free or reduced lunch, and 5% are eligible for Special Education services. (GDOE, 2013,

SPRC: DLPES) Figure 2. DLPES’ Student Demographics

School Background

Since School Year (SY) 2010-2011, the Guam Department of Education (GDOE) district

has been transitioning from a ten-year long reading reform program focus into the

implementation of the Common Core State Standards. District-wide workshops have been

training administrators and teachers with the use of curriculum maps, alignment of the CCSS and

Guam’s Content Standards & Performance Indicators, the implementation of a common district

assessment for reading and math, and a review of teaching and learning strategies, e.g. graphic

organizers and thinking maps. (GDOE, 2013, Curriculum Documents)

In March 2012, DLPES completed a three year re-visit report for the Western Association

of Schools and Colleges (WASC). The principal at that time streamlined the accreditation focus,

or work, groups. The school community revised its school mission, its Expected School-wide

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Learning Results (ESLRs), and addressed the Critical Areas of Follow Up in their newly

formatted School Management Action Plan (SMAP). (DLPES, 2012, p. 57-60)

The report also shows that DLPES is working on collaboration and communication to

improve instructional practices and discuss assessment data, e.g. grade level meetings with the

school’s curriculum coordinators, quarterly peer walk- through, shared professional literature,

discussion and analysis of SAT10 and reading reform data. Three extracurricular activities

support academic literacy: The Saturday Institute hosts University of Guam students tutoring

select students in Science and Social Studies; Mother Read Father Read teaches parents literacy

activities for use at home; HOLD (Home Opportunities in Literacy Development) allows

students to bring home classroom books to read. The school has also built a computer lab of

fifteen stations with the help of local businesses and organizations. (DLPES, 2012, p. 61-64, 67,

83)

A significant challenge faced by DLPES and other schools is the stability of the school

administration and library personnel. Principals and Assistant Principals have been shuffled

among the schools these past two summers. There is a limited pool of certified librarians and

teachers. DLPES’ library plan was written under one principal and librarian; then its

implementation was attempted by another principal and librarian. (DLPES, 2012, p. 55)

Library Background

DLPES’ WASC report lists the Critical Area for Follow Up #11: “Library needs to be

fully utilized – Reading and Research.” (DLPES, 2012, WASC Report, p. 69) The school team

describes the challenges related to the school library. In SY 2010-2011, a three year school

library media program plan was written but not implemented the following year because the

certified librarian did not return. Classroom visits were scheduled but a school aide assisted with

checking out books. The report states that a librarian was hired in SY2011-2012 and was to

review the library media program plan. (DLPES, 2012, WASC Report p. 90)

On June 13, 2014, this writer was formally interviewed for the school librarian position at

DLPES. During the interview, the principal shared that in SY 2012-2013, the librarian provided

some service, e.g. bringing book carts to the classrooms, showing children’s VHS videos during

library visits, and completing the automation but on a personal computer. The principal also

shared that for SY 2013-2014, the school did not have a librarian or a library technician. The

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visit to the library showed the work to renovate and re-organize the physical space, to conduct a

thorough inventory of the current print and media collection, and to establish a functioning

computer system for the library.

Until this writer receives a formal confirmation as the school librarian, the principal could

not share the most current library media program plan, which she stated was updated this past

school year by DLPES’ technology committee. She did report that the ten new computers she

ordered were to be set up by the vendor this summer and eight new tables were to replace the

old, long rectangular tables. As of this report, a formal confirmation has not yet been received.

Librarian’s Opportunity

However, the SY 2010-2011to 2012-2013 school library media program plan for DLPES

is available on the GDOE website. The plan begins with the mission statement, goal, and general

objectives for all GDOE’s public school libraries. A cursory review of the other school library

plans reveals that the mission statement, goals, and objectives are the same. The program

components: Curriculum, Technology, Automation, Collection Building and Maintenance,

Library Structure, Special Programs and Other Activities are addressed based on the particular

needs of the school. Each component describes the need, lists the objectives, outlines the action

steps and cost, and ends with a statement that justifies the need. (Guzman, 2012)Table 1. Mission Statements for DLPES and Guam DOE Library Media Program

Mission StatementDL Perez Elementary School

Daniel L. Perez Elementary School is committed to providing all students with a safe, dynamic, and nurturing environment that prepares them to be productive, innovative, and global-minded citizens.

Mission StatementGuam Department of Education Library Media Program

The mission of Library Media Program of Guam Public School System is to provide information to students and staff in a variety of formats, teach the skills to use it and instill the desire to read and explore as lifelong learners.

As the new librarian / new employee entering DLPES with its more focused mission and

ESLRs, with a district entering full implementation of a more refined set of academic standards

and expectations, with a library in great need of an environmental, instructional, and

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technological renovation, this is an exciting opportunity to forge a new direction, new image for

the school library.

Surveying the Community

Forging a new direction begins with knowing the school and library background and

continues with input from the school community. While stakeholder input cannot be gathered at

this writing, a survey can be developed for future use. The survey can be adjusted for each

stakeholder – teachers, staff, students, parents. It should provide an opportunity for them to give

ideas and opinions on the design of each program component of the library media plan. The

existing school library media plan lists the following components Curriculum, Technology,

Automation, Collection Building and Maintenance, Library Structure, Special Programs and

Other Activities, which can be compared to the components listed in AASL’s Empowering

Learners: Guidelines for School Library Programs.(2009, p. 31) Sample questions for each

component are listed in the table below. Table 2. Program Components and Sample Questions to Improve Library Plan

Empowering Learners GDOE Sample QuestionsInstruction Curriculum

Special Programs &Other ActivitiesWhat should students learn from the library? About information literacy? Technological literacy? Digital literacy?

Learning Space Library Structure How should the library be designed to promote student learning? Promote love of reading?

Collection Collection Building & MaintenanceTechnologyAutomation

What book titles, subject areas, or authors should be included in the collection as based on classroom instruction?What kind of technology would be useful for students?

Staffing What knowledge and skills will volunteers need to assist in the library?

Budget Create a prioritized list of materials and resources that should be available in the library.

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Surveying Shared Values

Common themes and values will emerge from the survey responses. These values reveal

the “character” of DLPES by showing what is important to the school. (Keeling, 2013, p. 31)

Since an actual survey cannot be conducted for this writing, the activities listed from the WASC

report (2012), which show the school’s relative commitment to the importance of a library, can

be interpreted to reflect the Core Values of Librarianship. (ALA, 1996-2014, Core Values) The

following matches a current activity to the core values then projects a potential activity.

Access : Although the school did not have a certified librarian or a library

technician, a school aide was assigned to maintain scheduled visits and to check out books.

Future Planning: Explore fixed and flexible scheduling with classroom

teachers to ensure basic library instruction and support classroom

instruction

Future Planning: Discuss with administration the possibility of hiring a

library technician

Confidentiality / Privacy: No activity indicated from available information.

Future Planning: Establish procedure to record students’ Technology

Agreement Policy – to use online resources for school use only; for

appropriate use only

Democracy: No challenges reported from available information.

Future Planning: Review any existing district and or school challenge

policies or procedures, especially as students request for materials which

may be “controversial”

Diversity: The teachers and staff participated in an equity workshop and cultural

events, and implemented an anti-bullying campaign.

Future Planning: Promote school diversity through program planning, e.g.

participation with island-wide Micronesian Fair, and development of

Guam and Pacific collection

Education and Lifelong Learning: The computer lab promotes the skills learned, which

will be useful at all grade levels and beyond. Test data reflect the diligence in instruction and

learning. (See Figure 3)

Related Values: Collaboration, Communication, Unity

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Future Planning 1: Build relationships with teachers through grade level or

professional learning communities; start with one or two teachers or

grade levels for collaborative planning, teaching, and evaluation of lessons

Future Planning 2: Promote recreational reading, reading interests, reading

for fun with activities planned with students, e.g. posters, bookmarkers,

reading clubs

Intellectual Freedom: No challenges reported from available information.

Future Planning: Review existing policies and procedures

Preservation: The audio-visual equipment is outdated and will need to be replaced, but

the library is clean and orderly. New tables suitable for small groups will replace older,

rectangular tables.

Future Planning: Review de-selection or weeding policies or procedures to

ensure removal and replacement are justified

Professionalism: The district seeks to employ certified personnel in recognition that

their knowledge and skill greatly impacts student learning.

Future Planning: Establish relationships with other school librarians and

participate in local library associations

The Public Good: No activity indicated from available information.

Future Planning: Invite stakeholders to provide input or feedback on value of

activity or event

Service: Keeping the schedule to check out books is a limited service. A more

expanded will need to be developed.

Future Planning: Participate in professional development activities by

providing dynamic workshops for teachers, staff, parents, students

Social Responsibility: No challenges reported from available information.

Future Planning: Promote round table discussions related to student issues

and concerns with opportunities for all involved to participate

Figure 3. DLPES Gains in SAT10 Proficiency Levels

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Curriculum Alignment

This writer is concerned with this aspect of the planning because the WASC report and

the School Performance Report Card provides instructional information based on the reading

reform program but not on the work done with the Common Core State Standards. (DLPES,

2012; GDOE, 2013, SPRC: DLPES) The CCSS will be central to all instruction, including

library instruction. (ALA, 1996-2014, Learning standards) At the interview for DLPES, the

principal asked about alignment of CCSS with AASL standards, but discussion was limited.

The plan will be to first, inventory the current print and media collection; second, discuss

with the principal and teachers the availability of curriculum maps, integrated themes, and

alignment of CCSS to prioritized skills; and third, draft the survey for teachers and students to

include questions about topics of interest and instruction, ideas for resources needed from the

library, and potential schedules for collaboration on lesson planning.

In the meantime, planning for the library instruction will focus on the AASL standards

and multiple literacies, including digital and technological literacy and 21st century skills. (ALA,

2009, p. 23) Ideas to promote recreational reading include contests to design bookmarks or

posters, reading workshops or book clubs. Ideas to promote research include website visits and

evaluation, creation of pathfinders, and collaboration with the technology committee on use of

the computer lab.

Ideas to promote parent involvement include messaging parents with online presence

about library and school events; surveying potential connections or resources for volunteers,

donations, or partnerships; visiting families who do not have reading or computer resources to

discover and share how the library can be a resource for them. Working with the Parent Family

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Community (PFC) Outreach Program will be essential for the last idea. The PFC Outreach

includes a Social Worker and Community Aide who conduct home visits to deliver or get school

requests, organize parent workshops and provide information to other service agencies. (GDOE,

n.d., PFCO)

A potential partnership to work on is the University of Guam or the Simon Sanchez High

School students who speak the various Pacific island languages. They can serve as volunteer

readers, tutors, translators for the students at DLPES to motivate, inspire, guide as they model

continued learning and reading.

Technology Input

As stated, DLPES has a computer lab of fifteen stations, and ten computers will be set up

in the library this summer. (DLPES, 2012, p. 64) Working with the technology committee will

be an important relationship in order to determine established procedures and instructional

practices, to maximize the use of existing technology, to teach appropriate online etiquette,

search process, and copyright responsibility. The survey can include what has been learned and

what other interests might be. It can also determine the participation of parents and staff in using

the computer lab or experience with computers.

Library Policy and Procedures

At this writing, the current policy and procedures are not available. The school website is

not active, making it difficult to check for a library link. A thorough review of what is recorded

and practiced will be needed to determine the best service to provide the school community. The

survey will have to include a comparison of what exists to what is needed and still functional for

the library.

The service will have to highly consider the 77% who are eligible for free and reduced

lunch and the 46% who are eligible for the English as a Second Language Program. Will it be

feasible to set up fines? Will there be confusion or frustration in explaining to families who come

from areas without library experiences? What are potential effects of any policy established that

may prove detrimental to the enforcing that policy, e.g. “working off” fines? What resources will

be most appropriate to promote the library?

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Drafting the Mission Statement

The table below shows the school’s mission statement and compares Guam DOE’s

Library Media Program Plan Mission Statement against the mission contents that reflect a well-

designed statement. The DLPES Library Mission Statement should be aligned with the school

and district mission statements. This serves as a working document with which the school

community can provide input to shape the library program. (ALA, 2009, p, 8) The draft along

with the survey can be presented before or at the teacher orientation for the new school year,

shared with parents at their orientation or Open House, and discussed with students during

classes. The goal is to write the statement that reflects the community and its desire for a library

that serves their needs.

Table 3. Comparison of Current Mission Statements to Mission Statement Content

Mission Statement Contents

DLPES Library Guam Library Media Program

Plan

Daniel L. Perez Elementary School is committed to providing all students with a safe, dynamic, and nurturing environment that prepares them to be productive, innovative, and global-minded citizens.Library Represents the Community

DLPES Library serves the school community – students, teachers, staff, and parents -

The mission of Library Media Program of Guam Public School System is to provide to students and staff

Library Supports a Positive Learning Environment

with a welcoming and dynamic learning environment that promotes academic progress and personal enrichment;

to provide information in a variety of formats

Library Reflects the Ethical Code of the Profession

that provides a high quality and robust print and digital collection which reflects the standards of the AASL and Guam DOE; and

to teach the skills to use [information] and instill the desire to read and explore as lifelong learners.

Library Guides the Policies and Procedures and Aligns to the School Mission

that promotes intellectual freedom, democratic ideals, and social responsibility for the good of the person and the community.

Justification for the Mission

DLPES Library serves the school community – students, teachers, staff, and parents –

The WASC report lists the accreditation and grade level teams as a working community.

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51% of the parent survey was returned indicating either teachers working closely with parents to

ensure response or parents desiring to be involved in their child’s school experience. (DLPES,

2012, p. 17)

with a welcoming and dynamic learning environment

The visit to the library reveals a strong need to re-paint clean but white-washed walls on

which hung old-looking décor, replace old or broken furniture and outdated audio-visual

equipment, and re-organize the layout to be more inviting and approachable.

that promotes academic progress and personal enrichment;

The lack of a stable certified librarian and library technician has impeded the full use and

mission of the library. DLPES has made accommodations with a computer lab and literacy

programs (The Saturday Institute, Mother Read Father Read, HOLD).

Branding the library as a learning commons must begin with promoting what can be

possible – supporting instruction in the classroom, offering a steady and vibrant instruction in the

library, promoting reading for fun and personal interests, becoming a contributing member of the

school, and caring about the community.

that provides a high quality and robust print and digital collection

The visit shows a large number of the print collection in the shelves. A closer inventory

as the automation process is begun will further reveal what can be used to support classroom

instruction and to invite recreational reading. An inventory of the audio-visual collection will

require replacement of VHS and audiocassette tapes and players, old or broken TV sets and

carts. The ten computer stations purchased by the principal are a good start in promoting the

library’s service.

which reflects the standards of the AASL and Guam DOE; and

The school community must be taught that checking out books is not the only library

service available. Building relationship with the teachers and students is imperative. Providing a

caring, supportive, hands-on, informative presence will include becoming part of a team, setting

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up a library website with useful links and information, coverage in the school newsletter and

website.

that protects intellectual freedom, democratic ideals, and social responsibility

The holiday celebrations as part of the school calendar can be a starting venue to

introduce these values as research for ideas and activities, books and media become part of the

classroom instruction which can broaden the knowledge base and connect rights and privileges

to what can be lived out in an American community. Displays in the office or cafeteria or

rotating classrooms or dedicated bulletin board are more opportunities to promote ethical, global

thinking and behavior.

for the good of the person and the community

Coming in new will have its challenges but as the School Librarian for DLPES, I will

bring informed authority, welcoming presence, caring support and ever hopeful, I will begin to

“empower [the school community] to be critical thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful

researchers, and ethical users of information” and ideas. (ALA, 2009, p.8)

Conclusion: Plan of Action

Develop the survey for each stakeholder to provide ideas and opinions for each

component of the library program: Mission, Curriculum, Technology, Automation, Collection

Building and Maintenance, Library Structure, Special Programs and Other Activities

Obtain permission from the administration on when to conduct the survey for teachers

and staff – online program such as Survey Monkey and how to work with the teachers to

distribute the surveys to students and parents

Compile survey results and present at a faculty / staff meeting and parent orientation or

Open House or a dedicated meeting to invite parent volunteers and classroom visits

Build a school library website and link to the school website

Set up library instruction for the school year, per grade level

Inventory the physical collection

Paint and re-organize the physical environment

Inventory the records for policies and procedures; research as needed with district office

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Set up or program the computer stations for library administrative operations and library

instruction

Set up budgeting procedures

Put on a smile; unlock the doors, welcome in the first class

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Appendix AGuam DOE & DLPES Vision & Mission Statements

Vision StatementGuam Department of Education

Our educational community prepares all students for life, promotes excellence and provides support.

Mission StatementDL Perez Elementary School

Daniel L. Perez Elementary School is committed to providing all students with a safe, dynamic, and nurturing environment that prepares them to be productive, innovative, and global-minded citizens.

Mission StatementGuam Department of Education Library Media Program

The mission of Library Media Program of Guam Public School System is to provide information to students and staff in a variety of formats, teach the skills to use it and instill the desire to read and explore as lifelong learners.

Library Media Program GoalsQuality library programs serve to improve literacy skills and academic achievements of students by providing students with increased access to up-to-date school library materials, an equipped, technologically advanced library media center, and well-trained, professionally certified school library media specialists. (NCLB)

General Objectives1. All students shall have a ready access to all materials needed for academic achievement at DLPES.2. All students will participate in reading enhancement programs, library skill lessons, and literature appreciation projects facilitated by the librarian.3. All students will be introduced to advanced media technology and have the opportunity to experience its use.4. Required supplies and equipment will be made available and maintained to make the achievement of our goals and objectives a reality.

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Appendix BGuam Department of Education Library Media Program Plan

Outline of Program Components, Goals, and Objectives

Goals & Objectives Knowledge ActionCURRICULUM

Achieve academic excellence Research skills Set up curriculumReinforce knowledge Dewey Decimal System Schedule once a week

lessonsReinforce standardized skills Students’ abilitiesAlign with DOE standards, CCSS Students’ interestsAlign with AASL standards Use resources & equipmentRelate reading to their personal appropriately

TECHNOLOGYProvide access Multi-media equipment Purchase 1 computer –

libraryTeach basic computer skills Hardware equipment Purchase 2 computers –

OPACSoftware Purchase 2 printersDVD player Purchase laptop computersInternet access Purchase multimedia

projectors

AUTOMATIONAvailable 24 hour service Library World System Purchase upgradesProvides optimal access Purchase barcodesProvides organization, Purchase scannersInventory control, Transfer skills

COLLECTIONUpdate for current /appropriateBooks, media, periodicalsHW Wilson subscriptionSchool Library Journal

LIBRARY STRUCTUREAssess current floor plan More comfortable furniture

Independent cubbiesCharging stationDisplay shelves/racks

SPECIAL PROGRAMS & OTHERSExperience authorship National Library Week Storybook character paradeRecord books read National Book Week Book fairCreate books Incentives

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