One of my tasks for Introduction to Teacher-Librarianship was to draft mission statements. Writing these statements was a powerful way to distill the essence of my would-be profession. However, I still view them as a work-in-progress, as they never seem to be just right!
Personal Mission
My mission is to connect all members of my learning community with ideas and information by providing user-friendly access to a diverse and growing collection of print and digital resources. By showing leadership with regards to 21st century skills, I will work as a member of a collaborative team to inspire our students to become responsible, self-directed learners and creators in our knowledge-based society. In being an advocate for my school library, I will continuously promote a love for reading, cultivate competence with relevant technology and communicate cutting-edge information about our ever-changing media landscape.
School Library Mission Statement
Our library is at the centre of learning in our school. It helps students to become effective, as well as discriminating, users and producers of information and ideas by assisting them to access resources, think critically, and demonstrate understanding. By fostering a culture of inquiry and encouraging the practice of meaningful learning, the library will play a vital role in supporting multiple literacies, meeting curricular objectives and boosting overall student achievement. The library is a welcoming and engaging space that motivates all our students to discover, respond, create, collaborate, and share knowledge.
