Are school library collections still needed?

 Module 7.1b
This question has been posed to me and even today whilst chatting to my hairdresser I considered and replied to this question. I firstly created some advocacy for libraries and teacher librarians. There are still many out there that think we have less training and that we are not teachers but assistants. So sad!  So after  putting an end to that misinformation, I moved on to state that libraries are still relevant and vital spaces  that allow students to enquire and learn, read, enjoy and become critical thinkers .  I think there is  an assumption that  lack of funding is not an issue and  that we have the freedom to choose digital and  e -resources freely. Perhaps also there is an assumption that people  prefer reading in digital formats rather than in print.
Sitting and listening  to someone read an unforgettable book with expression and passion is a unique experience which can't be replaced in any other way.  New technologies can only add another exciting dimension and depth to the reading and learning experience.
For this to be successful  libraries will need to get adequate funding and the appropriate technology (including  updated OPAC systems if using OASIS )to manage these new resources.