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Brianna Morgan

Philosophy of Education

The whole world opened to me when I learned to read.

Mary McLeod BethuneAs a Library Media Specialist, my role will be to uphold the mission of the library

program, which is to provide access, equity, opportunity, quality, and social justice as the

fundamental rights of students as stated in the Council on Teacher Education Conceptual

Framework. My professional goal is to be a highly engaging school librarian, one who makes

sure students and school staff clearly understand the value of the school library, beyond

checking out books. I will work to augment student learning by not just focusing on mastery

of skills, but by also providing them with exposure to a variety resources that may be needed in

their future endeavors in life. Afterschool and on weekends, I envision myself providing library

outreach services to disenfranchised members of the community by providing library

workshops and tours. I strongly believe it is my responsibility to work to ensure that the core

values of teaching (for staff) and the core values of learning (for students) in a diverse society as

described by the Council on Teacher Education are achieved. This is achieved by promoting

service to all, promoting the use of technology, and providing inquiry based learning

opportunities for students. Other values include enhancing the sense of community among

staff, families, and the local community through the provision of collaborative, innovative,

resource seeking and information sharing. It is my responsibility to work to ensure that these

values are inherent in every aspect of my work. This includes in the development of lesson

plans, identifying relevant resources for the implementation of lessons, and working as a

member of the school team, while also with working with families and community members as

a resource for information.One of my goals and personal contributions to the field of library science will be to

redefine the limiting and conservative image that many youth and families, of color or from

families with low incomes, have of librarians and the library. It has been my observation, that

these families dont always feel comfortable or welcome when attempting to use the library. I

will create a space that is non-traditional, open, welcoming and fun! I will implement

programing that is engaging and serves the needs of local families, and that is also conducive to

youth development and the needs and interests of youth as well. I will dispel the stereotypical

images of a librarian as being unhelpful, unfriendly, mean and stern by being engaging, helpful,

knowledgeable and eager to share the information and resources within the library setting.

While the world speaks readily about the achievement gap in America, I, and the

library in which I work, will be the closer of the opportunity gap which is the real culprit in

todays society. Under my watch, the library will be seen as the place to go to seek information,

answers to questions, and learn about the world beyond the local neighborhood or community.

Having lived my entire life using wheelchair for mobility, I have firsthand knowledge of

how it feels to need resources that are not readily accessible. I know the importance of being

able to advocate for what you need for life and personal survival as well as having the ability to

garnish the support of others. I know first-hand how the lack of access, equity, opportunity,

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quality, and social justice, as mentioned above, can and will impact the life and academic

accomplishments of students. My purpose as a librarian is to make certain that every child and

family will see the library as the great equalizer for access and equity of education and

information. I will strive to ensure that those who feel disenfranchised from their school or

community library will come to view the library and its services as a barrier free environment in

which they can travel the world. I want others to feel that same excitement I feel when I amreading a good book or researching a topic of interest on the internet or in the library. I will be

their tour guide to an educational, engaging, and fulfilling journey of acquiring new

knowledge and skills. My goal is to not fulfill an achievement gap, but to help narrow an

exposure and opportunity gap by providing excellent library services to all.