evaluation of the collection
Continual evaluation of the collection is essential to maintain a quality collection. The media specialist considers the following when evaluating the collection:
- Worn or damaged items will be replaced periodically.
- Items replaced by newer or similar materials will be withdrawn.
- Out of date, inaccurate, or no longer useful materials will be withdrawn from the collection.
Weeding Policy
When discarding any material from the media center, these procedures will be followed when an item is unusable:
- Stamp or write DISCARD on the first and last page of a book.
- Take off the shelf and remove it from the system.
- Make a note to order a new item to replace the discarded item.
Gifts and Donations
If the media center receives a gift from a donor, these procedures will be followed:
- Review the material for appropriateness.
- Record the gift in your records.
- Write a thank you note to the donor.
- Adhere to the goals and objectives of the Berrien County School System before including the item in the collection.