If you are concerned about censorship on the Internet, see Communications Decency Act Issues and learn about the Telecommunications Act of 1996. Library staff also consult with teen advisors and actively solicit feedback from teens. Teen Services Collection Development Policy Scope Teen Services maintains collections responding to the informational, recreational and educational needs of patrons aged 14 to 18. The collection spans the entire subject range, including titles addressing teens' personal interests, school assignments, and those which support the professional needs of young adult librarians and educators . The collection includes both hardcovers and paperbacks.
Librarians select hardcover titles for popular appeal and lasting value.
The collection includes paperback fiction, romance, series books, science fiction, fantasy, horror, high demand classics and some nonfiction personal interest titles. The collection includes popular music on cassette and books on tape. A variety of nonprint formats will be added. Maintenance Teen Services librarians review the collection regularly. Weeding for condition and accuracy keeps material current and allows for adequate shelf space.