Texarkana Independent School District Local School Library Advisory Council Minutes
The meeting focused on the Local School Library Advisory Council's purpose under SB 13 and an update on Collection Development Standards. Key actions included the appointment of a Council Chairperson and the review of library usage data. The council discussed and approved proposed library procurements and donations, specifically voting to remove several titles from the Fall 2026 middle school book lists. Members also resolved to redistribute an informational flyer to parents in future semesters and discussed potential future agenda items concerning the removal of specific book series from the library collection.
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Texarkana Isd Local School Library Advisory Council Meeting Minutes
The meeting commenced with introductions and verification of quorum, noting no previous minutes required approval. Key discussions focused on outlining the roles and responsibilities of the council as defined by TISD guidelines and Texas Senate Bill 13. The council proceeded to appoint N. Haywood as the chairperson. The district librarian provided an update, emphasizing updates to campus libraries with a focus on Spanish and popular titles, and explained the procedures surrounding Senate Bill 13, including the parent/guardian challenge form and digital book availability via the Epic system. The council reviewed and subsequently approved lists of new district-purchased and donated library book titles, as well as the established procedures for material procurement and challenged materials. Future discussion topics were planned, including educating parents on available resources.
