District Literacy Council Seeks New Members to Safeguard Student Reading Rights

The District Literacy Council is now accepting applications for its 2025–26 term. This volunteer body plays a vital role in reviewing challenged or contested reading materials, ensuring that all students have fair and appropriate access to literature in our schools.

What the Council Does
When a parent, teacher or community member raises concerns about a book or reading resource used in classrooms, the Literacy Council steps in. Members examine the material in question, weigh its educational value against objections, and recommend whether it should remain in the curriculum, be relocated to a different grade level, or be withdrawn altogether. By carefully balancing individual concerns with students’ right to diverse viewpoints, the council helps maintain an inclusive learning environment.

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Who Should Apply
Educators, parents, librarians, and any community members passionate about literacy and student rights are encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates will bring:

• A strong commitment to intellectual freedom

• An open mind and respect for differing perspectives

• Willingness to review materials and participate in monthly meetings

Time Commitment & Term
Council members serve a one-year term (September 2025 through August 2026) and meet once a month after school hours. Occasional additional sessions may be scheduled if multiple challenges are filed.

How to Apply
Interested individuals can complete a brief application form by visiting:
http://bit.ly/DistrictLiteracyCouncil2025

The deadline to submit your application is June 30, 2025. Selections will be announced in mid-July, so there’s still plenty of time to join this important effort to protect and celebrate student learning.

For questions about the application process or council responsibilities, please contact the District Office of Curriculum and Instruction at (407) 555‑1234 or literacycouncil@districtschools.org.

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