Developing a Community of Readers

When I became the librarian at Reagan Early College High School two years ago, my goal was not only to update the campus' reception of the library, but also to bring students together to form a palpable culture of literacy. Promotional efforts around campus and on social media, the creation of student-friendly book displays, strategic collection development, and the establishment of a book club have all helped to enliven the library atmosphere and create a community of readers bound by their love of books.