Includes bibliographical references and index.; School library : a historical perspective -- Forging proactive leadership and partnership in media centers -- Functions of the school library media program -- Developing a school library media program -- The media center budget -- Staff -- Facilities -- Media selection : policies and procedures -- Media selection : criteria and selection aids -- Technology : the crucial link -- Acquisition and organization -- Practical aspects of program administration -- Outside the walls of the school library media center -- Evaluation.;