Ebooks, etc

I've been doing some research into the possibility of ebooks, kindles/nooks, etc. in the school libraries I direct. Most of the other TL's and personnel at the AEA that I've talked to say to wait a bit and not rush into anything. I have also been looking at the 2 Iowa public library consortiums, NEIBORS and WILBORS for audio and ebook downloads. We would use NEIBORS on my side of the state. HOW IT WORKS: If a person has a valid library card to any of the NEIBORS public libraries, they can download audio/ebooks for free. There is a download app that is free and a free security upgrade to media player that is needed first. Then wa-la! you can read or listen on any of the multiple formats: computer, iPod, iPad, etc. Go to your local Iowa public library's website and see if they are a member. I don't know if other states have this, check your local public library. This offers a great opportunity for collaboration and communication between the school and public libraries. Both parties win - public libraries get more usage/patrons and the school library gets to offer a tool that is "free." We plan to have a public librarian at school registration days to complete/update library cards. What is your opinion about this? I'd enjoy your response! Thanks for taking this short tech walk with me.... Theresa Reiter K-12 Teacher Librarian