The First Amendment to the U.S Constitution
“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.”
American Library Association Bill of Rights
ALA has outlined policies for libraries in order to protect the first amendment rights of its users. Library Bill of Rights
What does it all mean for you?
Here is your librarian's version of your RIGHT TO READ.
All students will have access to the library.
All students will be able to find materials that interest them and help them to learn.
The library will include materials and information present all points of view on current and historical issues.
Your librarian will challenge censorship.
All students will have access to materials regardless of their age or ability
Your librarian will trust you to take care of the materials and return them in a timely manner.
Your librarian will treat your questions with respect.
Your librarian will provide guidance to encourage intellectual growth.
Parents are able to restrict your access to the library and should help guide your choices.
Your librarian will allow you to choose your own materials.
Your librarian will give students the opportunity to select and return books everyday.
Freedom to read is necessary for our democracy.
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Visit Libraries and the First Amendment sponsored by McCormick Foundation, 2010.