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Support SB478 for Stronger School Libraries in California

April 15, 2025

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.

Where Have All the School Librarians Gone?

March 13, 2025

A study noted that in the ten years between the 2008–09 and 2018–19 academic years, the number of librarians declined while the number of students and other faculty members rose. Today, less than 30% of schools have school librarians.

Connecticut Bill is Essential to Safeguard Reading in Public and School Libraries

February 14, 2025

A broad-based coalition of library, education, civil liberties, and civil rights organizations has come together to support Senate Bill 1271 (SB 1271), an Act Concerning School and Public Libraries (2025). 

Why Are School Librarians So Important to California Students

January 30, 2025

Access to expertly staffed libraries with current, relevant, and diverse collections is an equity issue in California. California is 50th in the U.S. with 9,116 students to every 1 Teacher Librarian (SLIDE).  Join with us to ensure that all California students have access to school library books and services. 

California School Libraries Improve Social Emotional Well-being

January 30, 2025

Access to expertly staffed libraries with current, relevant, and diverse collections is an equity issue in California. California is 50th in the U.S. with 9,116 students to every 1 Teacher Librarian. 

School Libraries Ensure the Freedom to Read

January 30, 2025

Access to expertly staffed libraries with current, relevant, and diverse collections is an equity issue in California. California is 50th in the U.S. with 9,116 students to every 1 Teacher Librarian. 

California School Libraries Improve Test Scores

January 30, 2025

Access to expertly staffed libraries with current, relevant, and diverse collections is an equity issue in California. California is 50th in the U.S. with 9,116 students to every 1 Teacher Librarian.   

Transforming California School Libraries From Worst to 1st!

December 03, 2024

Our nation’s top doctor just released a health advisory calling for a community-wide response to address the crippling mental stress parents are currently facing.  You can read the full report here.

Co-Sponsor the School Library Restoration Pilot Program in Pennsylvania - HB 2605 (2024)

October 10, 2024

Pennsylvania has lost almost 32% of its school librarians since 2010. Only two universities certify school librarians in Pennsylvania, and 54 school districts no longer employ even one certified school librarian.

Vote No on Kentucky Constitutional Amendment 2 - November 2024

August 16, 2024

EveryLibrary urges all library and educational stakeholders in Kentucky to vote NO on Constitutional Amendment 2 on the November 2024 statewide ballot.

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