Library Services: Collection Development
The Collection Development staff consults on collection needs for library and classroom collections. Under extenuating circumstances, you may request a one-on-one training session (in lieu of class) for electronic ordering, Collection Mapping and Worksheets, and Budget Tracking. We can also provide for a library evaluation visit if necessary. We work closely with the DPS Curriculum Department on Literacy Programs.
Collection Development Information
DPS Policy Information
Donated/Gift Book Guidelines
The definition of a gift book is one that you have had donated, purchased, etc. for your library that was not acquired through ERS Acquisitions OR there is no BIB record in Via. Gifts or donated items should meet the same selection criteria as purchased materials as far as need, quality, appropriateness, usability, etc. The professional staff shall decide on the best use for donated items.
Once a year, usually in the spring, you will receive an email notifying you when it is acceptable to send in your donated/gift books for processing. For one or two items OR if there is no BIB record, you may contact Bill Rejebian in Cataloging (720.423.8107) for assistance throughout the year. As new material is a priority and our storage space is limited, please do not send books before you are notified to via email.
Discarded Book Guidelines
After weeding items from your collection using the guidelines in the Library Manual, follow this procedure to dispose of your weeded materials:
- Weeded items must be withdrawn from the inventory. See "Withdrawing Items" in the Library Manual for procedures.
- Place the items in a box and label it: "LIBRARY BOOKS FOR DISCARD". Each box should weight no more than 50 pounds.
- Email Jeff Stephens (JStephens@FES.Follett.com), the DPS Follett Educational Services representative, and request a pick-up for your location. Cc Maggie Wolfe (Maggie_wolfe@dpsk12.org) on the email.
- Always specify the number of boxes you have for pickup, and the location of the boxes at the school. Boxes should be in an easily-accessible, first-floor location.
- Follett Educational Services purchases some discarded textbooks from schools. They do not purchase discarded library books.
- If you have concerns, or for more information contact Maggie Wolfe, 720-423-8002 at ETLS.
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