1) The document discusses implementing a bookstore model of classification instead of the Dewey Decimal System at Red Hawk Elementary School library as a pilot project. 2) It describes the process of researching, planning, and implementing the new classification system over 6 months with help from Mackin Educational Resources. 3) Initial findings show that teachers, students, and staff find the new system easy to use and checkouts have increased for new categories.

1. Using the Bookstore Model of Classification in an Elementary School Library Holli Buchter, District Librarian, St. Vrain Valley School District, Longmont, CO DeAnn Hoff, Mackin Educational Resources, Opening Day Collections Director Ann Weber, Mackin Educational Resources Opening Day Collections Coordinator Ryan Thomas, Mackin Educational Resources, National Sales Director