Gail Dickinson is associate professor, Library Science, at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, VA, and is the editor of Library Media Connection.

Here's a step-by-step guide to generating a solid budget plan that looks at the long term and produces a reliable stream of funds every year. Get a firm grasp of how to do everything from reviewing historical data and trends, to identifying and communicating with the power players and people of influence in the district, to developing workable timelines for your budget.
. Examines ways to provide consistent, stable budget support for school library media programs
. Guidelines on how to implement successful budgeting strategies