NSLA's response to CCRSB layoffs
c/o Nova Scotia Provincial Library 2021 Brunswick Street (Second Floor) Halifax, Nova Scotia B3K 2Y5 April 12, 2012 Chignecto-Central Regional School Board 60 Lorne Street Truro, Nova Scotia B2N 3K3 Dear Chair Thompson and members of the Board: Re: Lay-offs of all school library staff I am writing to express concern, both personally and from members of the Nova Scotia Library Association (NSLA) in response to the Chignecto-Central Regional School Board’s (CCRSB) decision to cut all library staff. NSLA represents a wide variety of library staff across the province and it is the Association’s belief that this decision is not in the best interests of the students of the Chignecto-Central family of schools. Studies have shown a positive link between student achievement and the presence of accessible school libraries with qualified staff. Not only do students have the opportunity to learn how to use various resources but they are also encouraged to read for pleasure. Children ...