United High School

Our Mission

The mission of the United High School library in Laredo, Texas, is to ensure that all students, teachers, administrators, and staff are effective users of ideas and information. This goal is achieved by providing both intellectual and physical access to resources in all formats. Furthermore, the library program aims to foster competence and stimulate interest in reading and research, while collaborating with educators to integrate information literacy skills into learning experiences for all students

Our Goals

• Fostering Lifelong Literacy:

  • To influence every student to become a literate lifelong learner and an active, involved citizen.

  • To provide a wide selection of leisure reading and actively encourage students to become independent readers.

• Developing Information and Research Skills:

  • To help students grow in techniques for acquiring information, knowledge, and skills conducive to lifelong learning.

  • To provide necessary instruction and guidance in the use of research materials and the appropriate use of the internet in an academic setting.

• Providing Accessible Resources and a Positive Environment:

  • To provide an active and stimulating atmosphere for all information users.

  • To provide intellectual and physical access to materials in all formats, including both traditional and new information technologies.