Believing that all students will succeed when educated in a positive, safe, and challenging learning environment, the staff and parents of Hampton Elementary School strive to meet the diverse needs of students in its community. We remain dedicated to teaching children to become successful learners who are caring, concerned citizens. Hampton will promote the skills necessary for lifelong learning through the implementation of effective teaching strategies, current technology, and parent involvement. (para. #1) Library Content Relationship Between School Media Program Vision and Mission Statements The library media program aligns its instructional goals to the school’s vision and mission statement. The school librarian works to meet the diverse needs of students in the school through collection development. Because the librarian sees all students, the best way to do this is to make sure the collection reflects the cultures, abilities, needs and interests of the school population. The school librarian addresses the school’s dedication to teaching students to be caring and concerned students. The recent bookfair allowed each student in grade 4 to receive a copy of an enriching book about new student Wonder, Auggie trying to feel normal with an extraordinary face. The librarian supports instruction with effective teaching strategies and current technology. September library classes included content on databases, online etiquette, and ethical use. Finally the librarian encourages parent involvement. Using the school newsletter, the school librarian reminds parents to use the BCPS One website to check student grades and communicate with teachers. The school librarian also works with the P.T.A. to create literacy experiences like the family reading night.
Believing that all students will succeed when educated in a positive, safe, and challenging learning environment, the staff and parents of Hampton Elementary School strive to meet the diverse needs of students in its community. We remain dedicated to teaching children to become successful learners who are caring, concerned citizens. Hampton will promote the skills necessary for lifelong learning through the implementation of effective teaching strategies, current technology, and parent involvement. (para. #1) Library Content Relationship Between School Media Program Vision and Mission Statements The library media program aligns its instructional goals to the school’s vision and mission statement. The school librarian works to meet the diverse needs of students in the school through collection development. Because the librarian sees all students, the best way to do this is to make sure the collection reflects the cultures, abilities, needs and interests of the school population. The school librarian addresses the school’s dedication to teaching students to be caring and concerned students. The recent bookfair allowed each student in grade 4 to receive a copy of Wonder, an enriching book about new student Auggie trying to feel normal with an extraordinary face. The librarian supports instruction with effective teaching strategies and current technology. September library classes included content on databases, online etiquette, and ethical use. Finally the librarian encourages parent involvement. Using the school newsletter, the school librarian reminds parents to use the BCPS One website to check student grades and communicate with teachers. The school librarian also works with the P.T.A. to create literacy experiences like the family reading night.
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