Position Statements

Appropriate School Library Staffing

The Maryland Association of School Librarians (MASL) supports the position outlined in COMAR 13A.05.04.01 in which every learner in every school, including public, independent, and charter schools, in Maryland should have a full time certified school librarian at the helm of an effective school library program throughout the entire school day.¹ School Librarian certification ensures that school libraries offer integrated, standards-based² instruction³ emphasizing information literacy skills and a centralized collection of resources and technologies available to every student, teacher, and administrator.^4,5

American Association of School Librarians Position Statements

Definition of an Effective School Library

Diversity in the Organization

Policy on Confidentiality of Library Records (ALA)

Preparation of School Librarians

Role of the School Library

School Librarian's Role in Reading **New February 2020

School Library Scheduling

Strategic Leadership Role of School Librarians