SEND AN EMAIL: Stronger School Libraries in California
California is 51st among U.S. states (including D.C.) with one teacher librarian for every 9,054 students. Data from more than 34 statewide studies suggest that students tend to earn better standardized test scores in schools that have strong library programs.
Senate Bill 478 (Ashby) will create a Statewide School Library Lead working with K-12 credentialed librarians, classified library staff, classroom teachers, literacy coaches, and administrators to synthesize, integrate, and expand literacy work to students in a coherent and comprehensive manner.
A state-level Library Lead will support instructional collaboration between teacher librarians and content area teachers, as well as with literacy coaches and administrators. This position will also expand the State’s investment in early literacy, work with school districts throughout the state on improving library services and free reading resources, and facilitate the integration of media and information literacy into the school district curriculum.
Ask your CA Senator to support SB478.