School Library and Information Technology Programs. School library and information technology programs are defined in Washington law as school-based programs staffed by a certificated teacher-librarian that provide a broad, flexible array of services, resources, and instruction that support student mastery of state standards in all subject areas and the implementation of the district's school improvement plan.
Every board of directors is required to provide resources and materials for the operation of school library information, and technology programs, as the board deems necessary, for the proper education of the district's students, or as other required by law or rule of the Superintendent of Public Instruction.
Teacher-librarians are required to collaborate as instructional partners with content goals in all subject areas and to assist high school students with high school and beyond plans required for graduation. Other duties may include, but are not limited to:
By September 1, 2024, each school district must adopt or amend:
Every board of directors must provide resources and materials for the operation of a school library information and technology program ensuring every student in the school district has access to a school library information and technology program.
The Superintendent of Public Instruction will provide data, information, best practices, and other assistance to help facilitate school district implementation of this act.