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Library Information Services

Philosophy

The school library information specialist (LIS) is an integral part of the total educational team that prepares students to be successful members of a global society. The school library information center (LIC) strengthens student learning and serves as a resource for the school community. The school LIS collaborates with classroom teachers to integrate curricular concepts, information skills, and research strategies. The LIC’s program adequately supports the Memphis City Schools’ curriculum.

Goals

1. To select and provide an organized collection of current resources for classroom and individual use in sufficient quantity, quality, and variety to implement the instructional program.
2. To develop a sequential instructional program for students in the independent use of resources.
3. To recommend media resources to accomplish specific instructional objectives.
4. To provide and maintain access to current technologies for information and research.
5. To collaborate with classroom teachers in the implementation of the curriculum.
6. To establish and maintain an environment which enables and motivates students to develop independence in learning strategies, critical thinking skills, communication skills, appropriate attitudes, and appreciation of literature for both pleasure and information.
7. To motivate students to develop life-long skills in communications, critical thinking, and the utilization of information.