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This section provides links to sources that pertain to school libraries, the various programs, studies and standards as well school library advocates and affiliates.

Librarianship, is a dynamic profession, where changes in policies, educational ideas, new and innovative technology, and instructional strategies, requires continual professional development. The links found on this page will help school librarians find information that will allow them to successfully deliver library programs that adhere to the New Jersey State Curriculum and Certification Standards, as well as to keep pace with changes in technology and educational criteria.

NJASL Advocacy Resources for School Librarians (Advocacy Wiki)
The resources, in the Advocacy Wiki, were developed to help school library media specialists and others, who are interested in advocating for strong school library programs in all New Jersey schools. This Wiki provides information on:

• laws and regulations;
• steps to follow and people to contact in case that part of the program is threatened;
• responses to frequently asked questions;
• templates and examples to help you create your own advocacy materials (letters to the editor, ways to solicit input from stakeholders, etc.);
• testimonials;
• links to additional resources to help you advocate.

NJ Core Curriculum Standards