<![CDATA[ABSTRACT The library at SMA Negeri 7 Mataram is not merely positioned as a space for storing reading materials but has developed into an integral part of the learning environment and students’ literacy activities. This condition was examined through the library management practices implemented during the 2025/2026 academic year, particularly in terms of how the school plans its needs, operates services, conducts supervision, and responds to factors that support or constrain its management. The study employed a descriptive qualitative approach involving five informants: the principal, head librarian, teacher, and two students. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, non-participant observation, and documentation, and were subsequently analyzed thematically through data grouping, presentation, and conclusion drawing, supported by source and technique triangulation. The findings indicate that library management is guided by needs-based planning, digitalization of services through SLiMS, and programs including the Literacy Community, creative writing competitions, summarizing or reviewing activities, reading corners, and a reward system. Supervision was conducted directly and periodically, followed by actions addressing facility and service needs. Support from the principal, teachers, and available facilities strengthened library management, while limited human resources, storage space, collection procurement, and changes in students’ information-seeking patterns remained challenges. These conditions position integrated and adaptive management as a foundation for strengthening students’ engagement in reading activities. ABSTRAK Perpustakaan di SMA Negeri 7 Mataram tidak hanya ditempatkan sebagai ruang penyimpanan bahan bacaan, tetapi berkembang sebagai bagian dari lingkungan belajar dan aktivitas literasi siswa. Gambaran tersebut ditelaah melalui praktik pengelolaan perpustakaan pada Tahun Ajaran 2025/2026, terutama mengenai cara sekolah merencanakan kebutuhan, menjalankan layanan, melakukan pengawasan, serta merespons kondisi yang mendukung maupun membatasi pengelolaannya. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif dengan melibatkan lima informan, yaitu kepala sekolah, kepala perpustakaan, guru, dan dua siswa. Informasi dikumpulkan melalui wawancara semi-terstruktur, observasi nonpartisipan, dan dokumentasi, kemudian dianalisis secara tematik melalui pengelompokan data, penyajian, dan penarikan kesimpulan dengan triangulasi sumber serta teknik. Hasil penelitian memperlihatkan bahwa pengelolaan perpustakaan diarahkan melalui perencanaan berbasis kebutuhan, digitalisasi layanan menggunakan SLiMS, serta program yang meliputi Komunitas Literasi, lomba cipta karya, kegiatan meringkas atau meresensi, pojok baca, dan sistem reward. Pengawasan dilakukan secara langsung dan berkala dengan tindak lanjut terhadap kebutuhan fasilitas dan layanan. Dukungan kepala sekolah, guru, dan fasilitas memperkuat pengelolaan, sedangkan keterbatasan sumber daya manusia, ruang penyimpanan, pengadaan koleksi, dan perubahan pola pencarian informasi siswa menjadi kendala. Kondisi tersebut menempatkan pengelolaan terpadu dan adaptif sebagai landasan untuk memperkuat keterlibatan siswa dalam aktivitas membaca.]]>
