Warren High School Library November 2011

Exemplary Superior Very well developed. Collections such as short stories and scripts/ plays have been expanded to better support the curriculum. These areas have been updated, and gaps filled. Support the curriculum well. Very large selection. Constantly getting worked on, but it can be difficult to stay relevant and current on celebrities and important figures. Large selection. The TL has worked hard to keep it good- looking, and as current as possible. Good Generally strong, but lacks materials for current social issues Generally good, but needs to be expanded and updated Fair Traditional art movements are well covered, but not modern art movements Poor Core Collection Social Sciences Science & Technology ArtLiteratureBiographies Fiction

Institutional Content Special Collections Open Web Content Published Content Books, maps, DVDs, VHS videos, CDs Five subscription databases accessible with a password; NoodleBib & Inspiration softwares Textbooks, yearbooks. Local government reports and research data available via the databases Newspapers from the early years of the school and some early city newspapers; history materials on the aerospace industry in Downey (Apollo missions), and a book signed by Chief Justice Earl Warren, after whom the school is named.