Intellectual freedom and privacy have been core values of librarians for decades. Although the principles remain strong, challenges to intellectual freedom and privacy in schools continue to evolve. Fortunately, there are resources to combat the threats to the right to read, view, and listen as well as to protect the privacy of library users. To provide the latest information, I communicated directly with the individuals who are on the front lines of national intellectual freedom and privacy issues. Read More

Each year, state and national associations search for candidates for offices and volunteers for committees and that raises a question. Why would people who are already working full time and who have personal lives and commitments, agree to additional work? Read More

We reflected on the most basic purpose of our signs and the message, if any, we were sending by what students saw on the walls. Taking a step back and considering the basic question of our signage's intent proved highly instructive. Read More