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TW Library Philosophy
The Thornwood High School program of library services is designed to assist learners to grow in their ability to find, generate, evaluate, and apply information that helps them to function effectively as individuals and to participate fully in society. Through the use of media, a student acquires and strengthens skills in reading, observing, listening and communication. The learner interacts with others, masters knowledge/skills, develops a spirit of inquiry, and achieves greater self-motivation, discipline, and capacity for self-evaluation. In essence, the library program exists to further the purpose formulated by the school and the district of which it is an integral part.
A basic component of the Thornwood Library program is the human interchange among the library staff, administrative staff, support staff, teachers students and other members of the school community. Library staff members help students and teachers with their utilization of media to achieve learning goals, and also anticipate their needs by developing materials, programs and services which may be useful. This requires communication and planning among the members of the teaching and learning team. In all curriculum areas, teachers and students seek information at appropriate levels and in suitable formats. Library professionals endeavor to work with teachers to develop and implement curriculum design. They encourage students to explore on their own or in small/large groups, areas of interest which have been inspired either by the curriculum or by personal experiences.
TW Library Goals
- Provide the most current materials and technology appropriate to the specific needs of the learning community.
- Present opportunities for critical and creative thinking.
- Provide staff development activities that encourage the best practices in teaching and learning.
TW Library Vision Statement
All students, faculty, and staff of the school community are effective and efficient users of ideas and information, proficient and enthusiastic readers, self-empowered learners, and contribute positively to the school environment and to society.
TW Library Mission Statement
The mission of the library is to provide access to quality information in both print and non-print materials, support the curriculum, promote reading for enjoyment, teach students the necessary strategies to access information that will enable them to become life-long learners, and afford an environment that addresses the needs of a diverse learning community in accordance with district and school policy.
