Stocked, staffed library benefits student reading

It is time that area school boards and administrators review reading scores and the results of the librarian and media center secretary cuts that have taken place over the last few years. There is evidence that these cuts are counterproductive. Certified librarians (and a well-stocked library) are the most cost-effective element in raising reading scores.

Numerous research documents prove this, but for starters, please read the School Library Journal article (Sept. 1, 2011) at http://bit.ly/restorelibrarians.

Behind all of those accomplishments by students and classroom teachers are the quiet librarian professionals who make it all happen.

Rethink past actions and rehire a certified librarian for every school.

Sharron McElmeel

Cedar Rapids