STANDARD 3: ENVIRONMENT: Space, resources and routines
3
The following best describes what is observed:
1. LIS ensures that the library media center is inviting and welcoming.
2. LIS ensures the library media center is well organized, resources are easy to locate and are appropriately cataloged.
3. LIS ensures that the library media center is well maintained, resources are up-to date, and in good repair as budget allows.
4. Use of space and materials promotes learning; displays of student work are frequently changed.
5. Most materials, resources and equipment are easily accessible to users.
6. The LIS has established circulation procedures and communicated these procedures to all patrons.
7. Routines, procedures and behavioral expectations are evident and consistent:
- Lunch & Learn in the Library
- Student Library Orientation
- School Library Cards
- First Quarter Honors Program
- Talented Top Ten Reception
2. LIS ensures the library media center is well organized, resources are easy to locate and are appropriately cataloged.
- Westwood High School Library Media Center Floor Plan
3. LIS ensures that the library media center is well maintained, resources are up-to date, and in good repair as budget allows.
- Equipment Inventory
- Equipment Work Orders
- 2018-2019 Library Book Order
4. Use of space and materials promotes learning; displays of student work are frequently changed.
- Senior Research Folders
- Table Workstations
- Computer Workstations
5. Most materials, resources and equipment are easily accessible to users.
- Laptop Cart Checkout
- Equipment Inventory
- Library Sign-in Sheets
6. The LIS has established circulation procedures and communicated these procedures to all patrons.
- Student Reference Guide (Library Orientation)
- Circulation Report
7. Routines, procedures and behavioral expectations are evident and consistent:
- Written rules and procedures have been established and are communicated to students, staff and parents.
- LIS regularly promotes and reinforces positive behavior.
- Visitor Sign-in Sheets
- No write-ups or referrals
- Disruptive behavior is de-escalated with little interruption to instructional time.
- Observer's Evaluation
4/5
For Level 4, all evidence at Level 3 is present, as well as one or more of the following:
For Level 5, all evidence at Level 3 is present, as well as all of the following:
1. LIS consistently enhances the library media center environment by collaborating with administrators, teachers and others to seek additional resources that support improving literacy.
In progress
2. The LIS consistently ensures that library media center resources are available for all, with flexibility and creativity within or beyond the school day.
see Level 3, Indicator 5
3. Circulation procedures have been established and have been implemented to maximize the use of library resources and have been communicated to all patrons.
see Level 3, Indicator 6
4. Routines, procedures and behavioral expectations are evident and consistent and create a culture of accountability and responsibility for all patrons.
In progress
2. The LIS consistently ensures that library media center resources are available for all, with flexibility and creativity within or beyond the school day.
see Level 3, Indicator 5
3. Circulation procedures have been established and have been implemented to maximize the use of library resources and have been communicated to all patrons.
see Level 3, Indicator 6
4. Routines, procedures and behavioral expectations are evident and consistent and create a culture of accountability and responsibility for all patrons.
- Written procedures have been established to prioritize needs of the school.
- Flow of the library rarely impeded by inappropriate or off- task student behavior