School libraries and librarians provide several important benefits according to the document: 1) They create a learning commons that serves as the foundation for learning in the school, focusing on client-centered programs and excellence through partnerships between librarians and other specialists. 2) They offer an opportunity for students to grow through activities like podcasting, video production, storytelling, collaboration and sharing rather than just accessing information. 3) Librarians teach important digital citizenship skills like being responsible online users, respecting intellectual property, attributing sources, and understanding fair use and copyright.