 | the Harris library system, indeed the
entire American School in Japan, should support the ALA statements
regarding
Freedom
to Read and
Intellectual
Freedom, as well as the principles outlined in the
Library Bill of
Rights. |
| the size of a library media center's
staff and collection is the best school predictor of academic
achievement |
| the library is the intellectual
backbone of the school |
| we should develop inquisitive
learners by ensuring the effective use of accurate and up-to-date
information |
| we should develop compassionate
learners by ensuring the effective use of materials showing a
variety of points of view and appealing to a variety of learning
styles |
| we should develop learners prepared
for global responsibility by ensuring the effective use of materials
by and about different cultures and belief systems |
| we serve our students best by acting
as community librarians, providing "public library
services" to students, teachers, parents and staff |
