Strong School Library Media Programs Make a Difference in Academic Achievement

Eight Major Studies Over 3,300 Schools Since 2000 w Alaska schools, grades 4, 8, 11 w Pennsylvania schools, grades 5, 8, 11 w Colorado schools, grades 4, 7 w Massachusetts schools, grades 4, 8, 10 w Oregon schools, grades 5, 8, 10 w Texas schools, grades 4, 8, 10 w Iowa schools, grades 4, 8, 11 w New Mexico schools, grades 4, 8, 10

Two Actions to Take for Maximum Impact:

Step One w Create a quality information-rich and technology-rich environment easily accessible by students and teachers.

Step Two: w Employ professional and support personnel who provide leadership and tireless partnering.

Results: w Learners and teachers who take advantage of the strong library media center can expect: Capable and avid readers Learners who are information literate Teachers who are partnering to create high- quality learning experiences

Impact: w Scores can be expected to be 10-20% higher than in schools without this emphasis. w IT’S WORTH THE INVESTMENT!