Library Resources
Library Resources
WCSD Library Manual (revised 4/25)
The Library Services Manual has been prepared to provide librarians and administrators with information about library procedures and programs in the Washoe County School District. It has been developed especially for those persons actively engaged in the operation of Library Media Centers in the District.
WCSD Library Flowchart - Request for Reconsideration – This flowchart will assist principals in determining next steps in working with a parent in regard to a book concern at the site level.
WCSD District Reconsideration Flowchart – This flowchart outlines the districtwide process for reviewing challenged library materials after a school site decision, detailing committee review procedures, timelines, decision-making criteria, and final notification steps.
WCSD Form - Request for Reconsideration of Media - See flowchart for when this form is applicable.
WCSD Middle School Letter (Template) - Request to opt out of checking out young adult books.
Elementary Librarians - Request your substitute here (we are still using AESOP)
Library Substitutes
To become a library substitute, one must be interviewed and approved by Library Services.
Contact Carrie Parker (carrie.parker@washoeschools.net) for more information.
To become a substitute, complete the job application on the Washoe County School District website under Careers.
There are two separate opportunities:
- Certified Substitute: Substitute for a classroom teacher or a middle/high school librarian.
- Educational Support Personnel (ESP): Substitute for an elementary school librarian.
Please note that you cannot be both a Certified Substitute and an ESP Substitute. You must choose one or the other.
If you are interested in applying for one of these roles, complete the appropriate application on the WCSD Careers page. Each position requires its own account with a unique username, though you may use the same email address for both.
Helpful links:
- Washoe County Library System
- Requirements for School Library Media Specialist Endorsement
- Requirements for Library Associate Classification
Standards and Teaching Resources:
Student learning goals for the library focus on the Nevada Academic Content Standards (NVACS):
In addition to the above standards, the following are excellent resources:
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WCSD 21st Century Competencies
- The Impact of Certified Teacher Librarians on Student Achievement (download)
- Strong School Libraries Build Strong Students
- Standards for Students emphasize the skills and qualities we want for students, enabling them to engage and thrive in a connected, digital world. The standards are designed for use by educators across the curriculum, with every age student, with a goal of cultivating these skills throughout a student’s academic career. ISTE Standards for Students
- Digital Citizenship - “Digital Citizenship is more than just a teaching tool; it is a way to prepare students/technology users for a society full of technology. Digital citizenship is the norms of appropriate, responsible technology use." Other resources can be found at Digital Citizenship, Common Sense Media and WCSD Digital Citizenship