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Administrative policy handbook checklist
The document provides a summary and analysis of the media center/library policies for a school system. It notes that [1] all policies were revised in 2007 and 2004. It then analyzes each individual policy area, noting whether a board policy exists, if it needs updating, and provides examples. In many cases it finds policies are lacking or in need of revision to better support the media program goals and responsibilities.
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Administrative policy handbook checklist
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