The KISD vision for libraries: To be an exemplary library program that embodies both state and national library standards to produce discerning, information literate problem-solvers who are prepared to succeed in the 21st century.

HLES Mission: to collaborate with teachers and others to provide age-appropriate resources and meaningful learning experiences at point of need; to advocate reading improvement by fostering an interest in literature and reading; and to empower all students to become skillful consumers and producers of information and ideas.