EDUCA DPS Podcast | Why School Libraries Still Matter

Welcome to the EDUCA DPS Podcast.

In this episode, we explore the opportunities and resources available through Denver Public Schools libraries, and why school libraries remain essential spaces for learning, belonging, and community. You’ll hear how library services support students across the district through curated book collections, digital access to e-books and audiobooks, and tools that help students build critical thinking, digital literacy, and a lifelong love of reading.

We also dive into how collections are selected to reflect student identity, language, culture, and interests, including the growing popularity of graphic novels and manga, and how students can request titles directly. Plus, learn how families can access library resources at home and how students are taught to evaluate online information safely through media literacy.

Topics covered:

What library services provides across the district

How libraries support literacy, identity, and engagement

Student book requests and real-time access through digital collections

Media literacy and building critical thinking skills

Ways families can explore library tools and get involved

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