To assist the administrator and the campus decision-making committee in budget preparation, the school librarian furnishes cost estimates relating to the library program and statistics regarding expenditures, collection development, and library use. If new or renovated facilities are to be planned, the librarian is actively involved from the inception. A library media center committee, composed of representatives from the faculty, administration, student body, and community, plans and evaluates school library priorities. This committee meets on a regular basis to determine how closely the school library program is meeting its objectives and fulfilling its obligations to the school community. The committee should be part of the site-based management process in place on the campus.
Librarians are active participants in the community.
Citizens are encouraged to provide suggestions for program improvement. Other community agencies such as public and academic libraries and museums can expand the library's resources through a well-organized, cooperative effort that complements the school's curriculum. The library publicizes community events, civic projects, local celebrations, and television programs that feature community activities. Programs and demonstrations for the public may be held in the library but should not disrupt the library instructional program. When not in use by students and faculty, resources and equipment are made available to parents and community groups.