Copley Library: Policy for Reconsideration of Library Resources

Policy for Reconsideration of Library Resource(s)

Copley Library, Eaglebrook School

Deerfield, Massachusetts

The Copley Library strives to uphold the principles set forth by the American Library Association Bill of Rights. The library does not exclude titles, other than by budgetary limitations, except for those that do not meet selection criteria. Patrons who feel that inappropriate items have been selected for the collection may ask that they be reconsidered. If a complaint arises about library materials, the patron is requested to fill out a Reconsideration of Library Resources Form. The following procedures will be followed when a challenge is received:

1. The library director reviews the reconsideration request, evaluates the original reason for the purchase, and considers the objection in terms of the Collection Development Policy.
2. The library director replies to the reconsideration request in writing and includes reviews of the materials and, if deemed necessary, a copy of the Collection Development Policy, and the Library Bill of Rights adopted by the American Library Association.
3. If the patron considers the library director’s resolution unsatisfactory, then he/she may request a review by the Headmaster and the Board of Trustees.
4. Challenged materials may remain in circulation until the process is completed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

REQUEST FOR RECONSIDERATION OF LIBRARY RESOURCES

Copley Library, Eaglebrook School

Deerfield, Massachusetts

Date:______________________

Your Name _________________________________________________________________

Address  ___________________________________________________________________

Town  ___________________________________________ Zip _______________________

Complaint represents:  _____ Self   ____ Organization/Group

 ___________________________________________________Name of Organization/Group

Material being Reconsidered

Format: Book ____  E-book ____ Periodical ____ Video ____ Audio Book ____

Title: ______________________________________________________________________

Author: ____________________________________________________________________

Publisher: ___________________________________Date of Publication _______________

Did you read/hear or view the entire work? ____ Yes  _____ No

If not, which part did you read/hear or view ?

Specifically, what part of the information did you find objectionable, and why? (Please cite pages, sections, frames, etc.)

How do you perceive students would be affected by exposure to this work?

What would you like for the school to do about this work?

____ Withdraw it from all students.

____ Withdraw it for reconsideration.

____ Do not assign it to my child or allow my child to access this work.

____ Place it on a closed shelf for special use under a specific teacher’s guidance.

Print Name _________________________________________________________________

Signature _________________________________ Date ____________________________

Please list and attach supporting evidence

When completed, please return this form to the Library Director, Copley Library, Eaglebrook School, 271 Pine Nook Road, P.O. Box 7, Deerfield, MA 01342