To evaluate the current conditions and perceptions of school media specialists, a questionnaire was disseminated to 700 school library media specialists in six southeastern states. Participants were asked to rank 18 perception items on a four-part scale, having to do with media center mission and use. Most frequently mentioned as "very appropriate" were faculty in-service teaching training, student use of the center and the convenient location of the facility. It is suggested that media specialists' concern with such matters indicates need for more aggressive role in program planning and development. (SK)