The School Library Association
of NZ Aotearoa National Executive is pleased that our concerns and the concerns
of many people across the education sector, have been noted and that the
implementation of the Services to Schools Transformation has been adjusted to
allow schools time to adapt to the new service (click here for
the information released today from the National Library).
The School Library Association
is glad that our lobbying and the lobbying of our members, has resulted in the
implementation of the new service provisions being slowed to allow for a more
well thought out transition. More importantly, the aspects of access to
curriculum services have been addressed and this service will continue until
the end of 2015.
It heartens us to know that our
concerns were listened to, and that a small organisation was able to make a
difference within the massive wheels of government. We are delighted on
behalf of our members and also on behalf of the students and teachers who were
so affected by the pace of these changes.
We would like to thank all the
individuals who supported us, who supported the cause and who gave of their
time and energy to send a clear message to the National Library about the
effects of the changes. We look forward to working with the National
Library and being involved with the discussion about the implementation of the
National Strategic School Library Framework, being involved in the research
opportunities and the Professional Learning Networks.
Rest assured, your SLANZA
National Executive will continue to work on your behalf and ensure that the
voice of school libraries from all over the country are heard.
Bridget Schaumann
President
School
Library Association of New Zealand Aotearoa
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