Library and Textbook Information

Library Hours

7:30 - 3:00 daily.  We occasionally stay open later, particularly on Tuesdays and Wednesdays when Ms. Radow is here.

Using the Library

The library is a pleasant place to access resources, research, study, and relax. Students are encouraged to us the library all through the school day.  It is a reliably calm location in the school.   Because the library must accommodate all students and staff, we maintain an atmosphere where behavior is governed by thoughtfulness and a cooperative attitude. Please do not inconvenience, offend, or limit the rights of other patrons who want to access print and online materials, study and quietly enjoy the facility.

Conduct your activities quietly
Why? To avoid disturbing other library users. We have designated silent study areas--study carrels along the library back wall; two table areas, the fiction area and a bank of computers where quiet conversation is allowed; and a conference room where students may work in groups.

Eat or drink elsewhere
Why? Food and drinks mess up study space.  This inconveniences others and can cause damage to library materials and computers.  Park food and drink in the black crate at the circulation desk before using the library.   Water in closed containers is permitted. Please be careful around computers and books.

Use library equipment for designated purposes only
Why? Computers are provided for students for the purpose of doing research for classes. Game playing is not allowed.  We expect you to follow the District's Electronic Information Systems (Network) Acceptable Use and Code of Conduct.

More About Your Library

Circulation Policies for Library Books

• Library Books are due in 2 weeks. The due date is stamped on a slip on the inside cover.  If you need your book past the due date, renew, even without the book in hand. Avoid fines, turn in your book on or before the due date!
• Overdue fines are 10 cents a day, with a maximum overdue fine of $5.00.
• Damaged books will be assessed fines. You may be charged the replacement cost if you return a library book in unusable condition.

Circulation Policies for Textbooks

• Textbooks are checked out at the Circulation Desk through a separate tracking program.
• You will incur a $5.00 fine if textbooks are not returned by the last day of school. Some semester checkouts incur a $5.00 fine if turned in after the new semester has begun. You may not check out any textbooks until your library and textbook accounts are clear.  This means you must return books, and pay any fines or overdue charges for both textbook and library items you have borrowed.
• Damaged books will be assessed fines. You may be charged the replacement cost if you return a textbook in unusable condition. Do not write in textbooks.
• You will be assessed the replacement cost of any lost textbooks. Remember, lost books usually turn up.  If the book is found, the District will refund the money paid, less the amount of a late fee, if applicable.
• Cover your books. Putting a cover on your book makes it yours--it is less likely to get switched with a friend's book, less likely to be lifted by a fellow classmate, less likely to get damaged.
• If you have textbook fines or fees, they must be cleared before you can drop a class or request a transcript.

Printing Policy

• Use the printer to print school related documents only.  One copy only, unless your teacher requires an additional copy.   No personal printing. This includes for clubs or activities. Request photocopy service from your faculty adviser or coach.  It is much cheaper to photocopy than to use printers.
• Never print directly from the internet. Why? Printing directly from the internet often gives you graphics, sidebars, and a final page with only the address on it--all which you do not need. Instead highlight what you need, choose copy, open Word and choose paste.
• Always check to make certain that the student printer--A1 Student Library Printer --is selected in the print dialog box. If you need to print an assignment in color, ask library staff for permission to use the Color Printing Station.

Photocopy Machine for Personal Use
A coin-operated copy machine is located in the library for your convenience.