Program Planning

Librarians’ Frequently Asked Questions

What are the job responsibilities of a School Librarian?
What are the essential elements of an effective library program?How do I submit an order for library materials?
How do I create a climate conducive to learning in the library?
How do I collaborate with teachers in my school?
How do I develop a Parent Collection in the library
How do I develop a collection that is aligned to curriculum and student needs?
How do I process/catalog material for the library?
How do I get rid of old books?
What does a high quality library look like?
How do I schedule classes in the library?
I work on a campus with only one library for six schools? How do I provide services to multiple schools?
How do I integrate technology into the library?
How do I teach students to use the Internet ethically and safely?
What are the Social Media Guidelines for NYC Schools?
How do I automate the library?
How many librarians should a library staff?
What are the funding requirements for school libraries?
How do I find my school library’s budget allocation?
What type of statistics should I maintain in my library?
What opportunities for Professional Development are offered by the Office of Library Services?
How can I organize a Library Advisory Team?
Should I collaborate with the public libraries?
How do I contact someone from the Office of Library Services?
What is the New York City School Librarian’s Information Sharing Tool (NYCSLIST)?
Is there a national listserv for school librarians?
How do I update my contact information with the Office of Library Services?
Is there a library curriculum in NYC?
How does the Information Fluency Continuum link to the Common Core Learning Standards?

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