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Missio​n Statem​​ent

The Office of Commonwealth Libraries (OCL) within the Pennsylvania Departme​nt of Education (PDE) supports, develops, and provides library services for learning and advancement.​

Purpose an​​d Core Values

Purp​​ose

We collect, preserve, and connect government, libraries, and residents to the information and resources they need to build a successful Pennsylvania.

Core Valu​​​es

Passio​​​n

  • We care about what we do and the services we provide.
  • We are enthusiastic about the possibilities for the State Library.
  • We are dedicated to the profession of librarianship.
  • We encourage patrons to use the library and to share their experiences, bringing in new patrons.

Integri​​ty

  • We respect and value each person and their work; we listen, seek to understand, and acknowledge each person without bias.
  • We act ethically and with transparency.
  • We value privacy.
  • We are accountable for our actions.
  • We strive for honest and clear two-way communications at all levels.

Excellence

  • We strive to be the best with consistency, accuracy and flexibility.
  • We believe Pennsylvania should have the best service and access to information.
  • We encourage lifelong learning for ourselves and others and support the curiosity of our patrons.
  • We value collaborative relationships.
  • We strive to be an example of government that works.​​