[Libs-Or] UPDATE on Follett

[Emily O'Neal]

Good news all! Follett canceled the Zoom discussion<https://follett.zoom.us/webinar/register/9016486469995/WN_cN8yRm00QXCYwYh4vhjUbg?j=111351&sfmc_sub=17857837&l=171_HTML&u=4537585&mid=100016608&jb=15004> that was scheduled for 4/4 because they changed their stance on the controversial new features that were to be added:
Following continued feedback and discussions with librarians and industry partners regarding a potential parental control module for Destiny Library Manager, we have concluded we will NOT proceed with any plans to develop this module and as a result, will be cancelling Monday's web chat.

At Follett, our mission is to support librarians and get books into the hands of students. We support the American Library Association's Library Bill of Rights, and we are focused on advancing - not limiting - the role of the librarian and the school library.

We take very seriously the feedback we have received from librarians and our industry partners regarding legislation on these matters. We will continue to work directly with impacted districts to understand these new laws.
Speaks to the strength in numbers! Thank you all for your support in helping reverse this course!
Emily and OIFC
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