School Library Rubric  
Grades K-5  

Goal Statement:

Standards-based instruction that actively engages students will be evident in every school library by May 2003, resulting in improved student achievement.  

Essential Questions:  

1.  How does my standards-based instruction help my students become independent learners?  
2. How does my standards-based instruction provide support for the faculty? 

Walk-through Rubric 

 Each of the following procedures and guidelines will be evaluated on a 1 - 5 scale.  

Collections and Resources  

• Library computers are on and available for students during the time the library is open.
  

5 all the time

4 frequently

3 sometimes

2 just beginning

1 non-existent

• Students and teachers may use the library before and/or after the school day. 
  

  5 all the time

  4 frequently

  3 sometimes

  2 just beginning

  1 non-existent

• Students are purposeful when entering the library and can locate the information they need or ask for help.

  5 all the time

  4 frequently

  3 sometimes

  2 just beginning

  1 non-existent

• Current materials that support and enrich curriculum with a wide range of reading levels to meet diverse student interests (including multicultural and bilingual materials) are available in the school library. 

  5 all the time

  4 frequently

  3 sometimes

  2 just beginning

  1 non-existent

• Students can select resources (books, web sites, on-line database information, etc.) to fit their purpose.

  5 all the time

  4 frequently

  3 sometimes

  2 just beginning

  1 non-existent

Collaborative Planning and Teaching

• Students in the library are actively engaged and focused on their learning tasks.

  5 all the time

  4 frequently

  3 sometimes

  2 just beginning

  1 non-existent

• The library schedule is available to encourage flexible scheduling. When possible, it is posted for students and teachers.

  5 all the time

  4 frequently

  3 sometimes

  2 just beginning

  1 non-existent

• The school library is arranged to facilitate cooperative learning and active engagement.

  5 all the time

  4 frequently

  3 sometimes

  2 just beginning

  1 non-existent

• Collaborative planning forms incorporating active engagement and standards-based learning (such as Kagan Structures) will be available in each school library. The librarian encourages teachers to collaborate and complete the planning forms prior to each unit.

  5 all the time

  4 frequently

  3 sometimes

  2 just beginning

  1 non-existent

• The librarian cooperates with teachers to provide materials, information and instruction to support the curriculum.

  5 all the time

  4 frequently

  3 sometimes

  2 just beginning

  1 non-existent

• The librarian is available to assist learning sessions involving literacy and problem-solving strategies during in-service.

  5 all the time

  4 frequently

  3 sometimes

  2 just beginning

  1 non-existent

Physical Environment

• The school library has a welcoming, kid-friendly environment and provides access for all students.

  5 all the time

  4 frequently

  3 sometimes

  2 just beginning

  1 non-existent

• Location signs are noticeable, and easy to read when entering the school library.

  5 all the time

  4 frequently

  3 sometimes

  2 just beginning

  1 non-existent

Student, Parent, and Community Engagement

• Information regarding the library is available to parents and students through handouts. This includes on-line database usernames and passwords.

  5 all the time

  4 frequently

  3 sometimes

  2 just beginning

  1 non-existent

• Information about library events is available in the school newsletter throughout the year.

  5 all the time

  4 frequently

  3 sometimes

  2 just beginning

  1 non-existent

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