Library Board of Trustees Agenda and Packet 2021 01 14

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Student One initiative The Library and BVSD have a long history of working together to benefit our students. In 2021 we hope to become stronger partners in an effort to provide easy and seamless access to our wealth of online K-12 databases. The goal is to build on the system already in place at the Boulder Public Library that allows local BVSD students to access and use the Library's research databases with the convenience of a student ID number. All students would have equal access to online resources from home or school, providing every student the information needed for homework assignments and research projects. This expanded partnership will benefit the community, boost literacy and student success, leverage taxpayer resources, and strengthen both organizations. BVSD is reviewing the MOU now. We hope to have an agreement signed and a plan in place for ingesting student data by summer 2021. Mobile CKO The Library has subscribed to a service that will allow patrons to check out library materials using their smart phone. Bibliotheca, the vendor we use for our self -check machines and automated book return, offered us a deal at the end of the year. This service will eliminate the need for patrons to touch the screens at self -check, and will ideally shorten wait times for checkout and reduce crowds in the Lobby. It will also be invaluable for patrons checking materials out at the Community Center in Superior. Patrons can also manage their accounts using the app.