Bill Text: MI SR0040 | 2023-2024 | 102nd Legislature | Enrolled
Bill Title: A resolution to designate April 2023 as School Library Month.
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 5-0)
Status: (Passed) 2023-04-27 - Adopted [SR0040 Detail]
Download: Michigan-2023-SR0040-Enrolled.html
senate resolution no.40
Senators Camilleri, Brinks, Cherry, Geiss and Singh offered the following resolution:
A resolution to designate April 2023 as School Library Month.
Whereas, School library programs staffed by certified school librarians are integral to a quality educational program and improve student achievement; and
Whereas, Contributing to a well-rounded education, school library programs positively affect the climate and culture of schools; and
Whereas, School library programs promote and make accessible diverse print and digital resources for all students; and
Whereas, Certified school librarians teach students the skills they need to access, evaluate, and use information throughout their lives; and
Whereas, Certified school librarians are leaders in technology integration and digital literacy in their schools; and
Whereas, Effective school library programs contribute to an interest in lifelong learning and enhance the learner’s quality of life; and
Whereas, School libraries are not only places where information can be found, they are also places that can bring enrichment and recreation to students for many years to come; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate, That the members of this legislative body designate April 2023 as School Library Month.
