Parents Involvement
Parents and guardians are the primary decision-makers regarding their child's access to library material. In general, a student is afforded the opportunity to self-select library materials as part of literacy development and the library program. District staff may assist a student in selecting library material; however, the ultimate determination of appropriateness remains with the student and parent or guardian. Parents and guardians are encouraged to communicate with the campus librarian and their child's teacher about special considerations regarding library materials self-selected by their child. (EFB Local)
Parental Notification of Library Materials
In accordance with Senate Bill 13, when a student checks out a library book, their parent or guardian will receive an email notification with the title and author along when the books is due.
If you have any question, please email Mrs. Colby. [email protected]
Parental Access to Library Books
Parents have the right to have access to the school library catalogs. Castleberry ISD Online Catalog
Parental Right to Limit Library Books
Parents have the right to choose which books are appropriate for their student. If you would like to use this option, please reach out to your campus librarians for directions on how to accomplish this.
How to use Parental Controls in Sora - Sora How To Link
Board Policies Regarding School Libraries
The District shall provide a wide range of instructional resources for students and faculty that present varying levels of difficulty, diversity of appeal, and a variety of points of view and learning purposes.
EF Local defines the roles of the professional staff in selecting resources to implement the district's educational program and establishes criteria for the selection of these resources.
Book List for Board Approval.
According to Senate Bill 13:
A). For purposes of Subsection (a)(3), the board of trustees
shall approve or reject a list of library materials that have been
donated to or that are proposed to be procured by a school library
at the first open meeting of the board held on or after the 30th day
after the date the list is made accessible for review by the public
as required by Subsection (a)(2)
March 9, 2026 Library Book List
April 6, 2026 Library Book List
If you have any questions or concerns about a book on the list, please reach out.
Castleberry ISD's Collection Development
Other Professional Position Statements that influence Castleberry ISD's Philosophy of Service:
As a fundamental component of college, career, and community readiness, the effective school library is defined by AASL:
The American Association of School Librarians (AASL) supports the position that an effective school library
has a certified school librarian at the helm, provides personalized learning environments, and offers equitable
access to resources to ensure a well-rounded education for every student.