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Arlington ISD school libraries are places where possibilities begin by opening doors to imagination, discovery, and lifelong learning. By sparking a love of reading and offering rich, diverse resources, libraries and librarians empower students to explore their passions, expand their knowledge, and see themselves in the stories they read. More than just collections of books, Arlington ISD school libraries are vibrant hubs that nurture curiosity, creativity, and confidence, growing readers who are prepared to thrive both in school and life.

Under Arlington ISD board policy EFB(Legal), school boards may establish a local School Library Advisory Committee (SLAC) to ensure library collections reflect community values, though creation becomes mandatory for at least three years if a qualifying petition is submitted by a specific threshold of parents. These committees must consist of at least five board-appointed members, with a voting majority composed of parents who are not district employees. The SLAC is responsible for recommending policies regarding the acquisition and removal of materials, determining age-appropriateness, and advising on responses to formal book challenges.

Arlington ISD School Library catalogs are open to the public and can be accessed at the links shown: 

2025 - 2026 MEETING SCHEDULE

The proposed library materials lists to be discussed at each meeting are published 30 days prior to the meeting date. You can provide feedback regarding the current posted proposed book list using this Google form.

Parent Control Features for Library Catalogs

Parents can restrict specific books for checkout by completing the directions below. Please contact your child’s school librarian if you have questions about the process.

Concerns About School Library Materials

Parents in Arlington ISD can make individual choices regarding their child’s access to library materials. The first step in addressing a concern is to contact the campus. Many concerns can be addressed by speaking with the school librarian and campus administrator directly. The school librarian can explain the selection process

Options for Parents

Parents have many options and can choose to preselect library materials for their child or can opt their child out of checkout completely. Parents also have the option to restrict specific library materials for checkout by their child in the Destiny catalog (see Parent Control Features above). Communication with the school librarian is the key to ensuring that a child’s library experience aligns with family preferences and values. Librarians welcomeBy staying in regular contact with the school librarian, parents can discuss concerns, receive recommendations, and adjust restrictions as needed to support their child’s reading and learning.

Library Materials Challenges

 If concerns cannot be resolved through discussion with the librarian and administrator or by restricting a child’s access, a parent/guardian, AISD employee, or community member may submit a formal request for reconsideration using the Library Materials Challenge Form. Completed forms must be hand-delivered to the campus administrator. Copies of the form are available at the Arlington ISD Administration Building, 690 E. Lamar Blvd., Arlington, TX 76011. The challenge form is also available to download and print here.

For more information regarding school library material policies, see AISD Board Policy EFB.

Feedback Form

To provide general feedback regarding library materials and services, please use this form.