Maine § 34. - Library development
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 34. — Library development, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 34.. Library development
The Department of Education shall maintain a school library media section in cooperation with the Maine State Library that must carry on the following activities: [PL 1989, c. 700, Pt. B, §17 (RPR).]
1. Media center standards. Recommending school library media center standards and evaluation of programs;
2. Certification of media professionals. Assisting in the certification and recertification of school library media professionals;
3. Project review. Reviewing state funded school library media center construction and renovation projects;
4. Expenditures for school library media programs. Advising the Commissioner of Education on the expenditure of state and federal grants for school library media programs;
5. School approval. Assisting the Commissioner of Education with basic school approvals as it pertains to library instruction;
6. School accreditation. Assisting with local school accreditation visits;
7. School library staff. Providing leadership in staff development and continuing education of school library staff;
8. Information for local school systems. Providing educational research and resource information for local school systems;
9. Video tape library.
10. Related activities. Related activities in cooperation with the Maine State Cultural Affairs Council; and
11. Electronic resources and database library. Maintaining and providing an electronic library service as well as a database library for use by elementary and secondary schools.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 34.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 34. cover?
Section 34. ("Library development") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maine § 34.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 34." (Maine). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maine law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maine official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maine attorney.
How does Maine § 34. apply to my situation?
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