When the Censor Comes

As a general practice, it's a good idea to

Follow the procedures you have previously established.
Document the events.
Be prepared to admit it if your organization makes a legitimate mistake, such as introducing material that does not meet your selection criteria, offers dangerously out-of-date information or is aimed at an inappropriate age group.
Promote open discussion and dialogue about intellectual freedom. However, do not engage in arguments based on content of the challenged text, which presuppose that some content deserves to be censored.
Keep your superiors (principal, chief librarian, board chair, etc.) informed from day one.
Report the incident to the Freedom of Expression Committee, the CLA or your provincial library association, CBA, your teachers' federation or union and other organizations.
Contact the allies you have nurtured in the community, writers' organizations and the media.