Library Programs
Mission
The mission of the WCASD Library Program
is to ensure that students and staff are effective users
of ideas and information.
This mission is accomplished by:
- providing intellectual and physical access
to materials in all formats
- providing instruction to foster competence
and stimulate
interest in reading, viewing, and using information and
ideas
- working with other educators to design learning
strategies
to meet the needs of individual students.
Library Programs K-5
The elementary school library programs use flexible scheduling
to ensure that student learning occurs within each curriculum.
Teachers and the librarian work cooperatively on integrated
lessons employing online databases and print materials
to create technology-rich high quality lessons. Collaborative
planning enables staff to deliver quality instruction that
aligns with curriculum objectives and state standards.
Library Programs 6-8
Middle school library programs work within curriculum areas
using flexible scheduling. Middle schools use a team approach
enabling the librarian to teach in a truly integrated fashion.
The librarians work cooperatively with the technology teachers
to demonstrate to students how technology and the world
of information strategies and libraries go hand in hand.
Library Programs 9-12
The high school library programs also employ a flexible schedule,
and teachers bring individual classes to the library to
meet curriculum requirements. Teachers and the librarians
work cooperatively to meet state standards and enhance
the learning process in a real world approach using various
learning and teaching styles. Students are instructed in
our online databases, print materials and Internet searching
strategies. In addition, students have access to technology
resources such as scanning and CD burners.
Please visit the West Chester Area School District
Libraries Page
Contact: Cheryl Ash
