Books for Review at School-Level

Books Reviewed at School-Level

Books for Review at District-Level

This state's policy for the selection of school library materials states that any parent, guardian, student with parental consent, community member, or employee of the district may formally challenge library materials used in the district's educational program. This policy further allows those persons in the school or the school community, who are not directly involved in the selection of library materials to make their opinions known. The focus of the examination procedure is to provide an open forum for making an informed decision. School personnel are expected to be courteous and advise the complainant to arrange a conference with the principal.

This information reflects Polk County School's 2023-2024 challenge process. To reflect and be in compliance with 2023-2024 FL Statutes this information is in revision and as of July 1 all current statutes are applicable.



Procedures for Challenging Library Materials

According to s. 1006.28 any parent or resident of Polk County may formally challenge library materials used in the district’s educational program. The focus of the examination procedure is to provide an open forum for making an informed decision. When a challenge is made, school personnel are expected to be courteous and advise the complainant to arrange a conference with the principal.  The school will follow the timeline, based on book availability and PCPS calendars (i.e. school breaks, holidays, and summer).   Books are reviewed in the order the Request for Examination of Materials Form is received. Only one book will be reviewed at a time.

Procedure For Examination of School Library

According to s. 1006.28 any parent or resident of Polk County may formally challenge library materials used in the district’s educational program. Books are reviewed in the order the State’s Specific Objection Form for School or Classroom Library Materials challenge is received.

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