RESPONSIBLE READING
In our library that serves students ranging in ages from eleven to fourteen, a wide variety of materials are needed to match all interests. What is interesting and appropriate for fourteen-year-olds may not be interesting and/or appropriate for eleven-year-olds and vice versa. Libraries are all about choice. If a student chooses a book that makes him/her uncomfortable with its choices of words or situations, a student should return it and find a book that can be completely enjoyed. We want students to feel free to speak to a Librarian who will be more than glad to help all students find a selection of books that meet their particular needs.
In our library that serves students ranging in ages from eleven to fourteen, a wide variety of materials are needed to match all interests. What is interesting and appropriate for fourteen-year-olds may not be interesting and/or appropriate for eleven-year-olds and vice versa. Libraries are all about choice. If a student chooses a book that makes him/her uncomfortable with its choices of words or situations, a student should return it and find a book that can be completely enjoyed. We want students to feel free to speak to a Librarian who will be more than glad to help all students find a selection of books that meet their particular needs.
FAQ's (Frequently Asked Questions) at the Louisa Middle School Library
What do I need to check out books?
Your student ID number. We can help you remember if you forget, but this number is also your computer password and your lunch number
When can I come to the library?
You will come every four weeks with your Language Arts Teacher, but you may also come during breakfast time and during lunch if we are open.
How many books may I check out?
You may check out up to three books at a time.
Do you have comic books?
Yes—Also called graphic novels. They are on along the Creation Station front window.
How can I find a book?
Our Destiny Catalog is available online for you to use anywhere you have Internet access, (home or school). Librarians are always happy to make suggestions and point you to some good reading materials!
Can I check out videos or DVDs?
DVDs are reserved for use by teachers.
Can I check out something even if I have an overdue?
If you have an overdue book, you will be restricted to paperbacks until your book is returned/renewed.
Do you charge fines for overdues?
No, but we do need you to return books once completed. Remember others may be waiting to check out the book.
Can I check out something for my best friend?
No -- items that you check out should be for your own use ONLY.
YOU are responsible if your friend loses or damages the book. Don’t take that chance, return the book and then your friend can check it out.
Can a book be reserved?
Yes, there are pink “HOLD” forms at the front desk for students to fill out to reserve a book.
Can a book be renewed?
Yes, if more time is needed to finish reading a book, bring book to the Library to be renewed. The only exception is if there is a hold placed on the book.
What do I need to check out books?
Your student ID number. We can help you remember if you forget, but this number is also your computer password and your lunch number
When can I come to the library?
You will come every four weeks with your Language Arts Teacher, but you may also come during breakfast time and during lunch if we are open.
How many books may I check out?
You may check out up to three books at a time.
Do you have comic books?
Yes—Also called graphic novels. They are on along the Creation Station front window.
How can I find a book?
Our Destiny Catalog is available online for you to use anywhere you have Internet access, (home or school). Librarians are always happy to make suggestions and point you to some good reading materials!
Can I check out videos or DVDs?
DVDs are reserved for use by teachers.
Can I check out something even if I have an overdue?
If you have an overdue book, you will be restricted to paperbacks until your book is returned/renewed.
Do you charge fines for overdues?
No, but we do need you to return books once completed. Remember others may be waiting to check out the book.
Can I check out something for my best friend?
No -- items that you check out should be for your own use ONLY.
YOU are responsible if your friend loses or damages the book. Don’t take that chance, return the book and then your friend can check it out.
Can a book be reserved?
Yes, there are pink “HOLD” forms at the front desk for students to fill out to reserve a book.
Can a book be renewed?
Yes, if more time is needed to finish reading a book, bring book to the Library to be renewed. The only exception is if there is a hold placed on the book.