[CALIBK12] Sen. Res. 134 Adopt a School libary Month

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This passed, unopposed, on Friday, September 7th, 2007.
 
Just thought I would share it. You can read it in it's entirety here. 
 
_S. Res. 134: A resolution designating September 2007 as "Adopt a School 
Library Month" (GovTrack.us)_ 
(http://www.govtrack.us/congress/bill.xpd?bill=sr110-134) 
 Calendar No. 342 
110th CONGRESS 
1st Session 
S. RES. 134 
Designating September 2007 as `Adopt a School Library Month'. 
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES 
March 29, 2007 
Mr. DURBIN (for himself, Mr. COLEMAN, Mr. COCHRAN, Mr. INOUYE, and Mr. 
ISAKSON) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on 
the Judiciary 
 
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September 6, 2007 
Reported by Mr. LEAHY, without amendment

RESOLUTION 
Designating September 2007 as `Adopt a School Library Month'. 
Whereas extensive research has demonstrated a link between high-quality 
school libraries and student achievement in the classroom and on standardized 
tests, regardless of the level of poverty or family instability experienced by the 
student; 
Whereas 37 percent of all fourth grade children in the United States are 
reading at below-basic reading levels; 
Whereas the school libraries of the United States are valuable tools that 
could be used to inspire and enhance literacy for all children; 
Whereas, to become a lifelong reader, a student must be exposed to adults who 
read regularly and serve as positive reading role models; 
Whereas school librarians are-- 
(1) instrumental in helping teachers educate the students of the United 
States; and 
(2) through the use of books, computer resources, and other resources, a 
necessary component for expanding the curriculum of the public schools of the 
United States; 
Whereas the school libraries of the United States are used as media centers 
to provide students with opportunities to interact with computers and other 
electronic information resources; 
Whereas the use of school library computers helps students develop media and 
technological skills, including-- 
(1) critical thinking; 
(2) communication competency; and 
(3) the ethical and appropriate use of technology information access, 
retrieval, and production; 
Whereas the school libraries of the United States serve as a gathering place 
for students of all ages, backgrounds, and interests to come together to 
debate ideas; 
Whereas only approximately $1,000,000,000 is allocated to school libraries 
each year, which translates to $0.54 per student; and 
Whereas numerous programs, including the READesign program of the Heart of 
America Foundation, are working to reestablish school libraries as the hearts of 
the public schools of the United States by-- 
(1) offering intensive care for school libraries though efforts designed-- 
Ì (A) to redecorate school libraries; 
Ì (B) to revitalize technology available to school libraries; and 
Ì (C) to replenish the book shelves of school libraries; and 
(2) renewing community support and interest for-- 
Ì (A) enriching the lives of children; and 
Ì (B) helping students regain lost opportunities for learning: Now, 
therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the Senate-- 
(1) designates September 2007 as `Adopt a School Library Month' to raise 
public awareness about the important role school libraries play in the academic 
achievement of children; and 
(2) calls on the Federal Government, States, local governments, schools, 
nonprofit organizations, businesses, and the people of the United States to 
observe the month with appropriate ceremonies, programs, and other activities 
 
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DeAnn Campbell
Library Clerk 11
Julius Corsini Elementary School
Palm Springs Unified School District




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