Not because they don't have plenty of books, but because they would have to pay additional union employees to operate a library for students who (as mentioned above) often can't read. In some schools, parents have volunteered to operate libraries, but the unions won't allow it.
For the Children, you know. A child can't be allowed near a book without a certified NEA member standing by.
HOWEVER.....Phipps Soeiro “was NOT authorized to accept or reject donated books on behalf of the school or school district”.... and ‘counseled her on a policy against using public resources for political purposes’......
She’s a political ACTIVIST!
“Liz gives kids [and families] the opportunity to find their civic voice and use it to fight for what is right”....Students learn about research, communication, and advocacy and have lobbied local leaders.