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JH/High School

MISSION 
The mission of the Jr. High/High School Library is to support school curriculum and enable all students to:
  • Appreciate and enjoy literature
  • Be effective users of information
  • Be life-long learners
 
POLICY Q&A
How many books can I have checked out at a time?
As many as you can be responsible for. 
  
How long can I keep a library book?
You can keep a library book for 3 weeks.
 
What if I finish my book before it is due?
First of all, “Hooray for you!” Then you have a few options.  You could:
  • Return the book to the library in the morning before class starts, during pass times, or after school. 
  • Ask your teacher for permission to come to the library during class or advisory.  Then you can return the book and check out another one.
What if I do not finish my book before it is due?
  • We can probably renew the book for you, or check it out to you again.
  • If someone else has made a request, or asked, for the same book you have, we ask that you please finish it ASAP—as soon as possible.
  • You can renew a book 2 times if there are no other requests for it. That means you could possibly keep a book for 9 weeks!
Original check out + 1st renewal + 2nd renewal = 9 weeks
        3 weeks       +    3 weeks   +   3 weeks 
  • But do be a respectful and responsible library user -- try and return a book as soon as possible so other students can enjoy it, too.
 
What if I forget to return my book by the due date?
  • First of all, it's kind of like you are stealing--you are stealing the opportunity for other students to check out and enjoy the book, too.
  • You will not be allowed to check out any other items until the overdue material is returned.
  • Overdue notices may be sent home periodically.
  • At 8 weeks past due, items will be set to lost status, a fee assessed, and consequences (detention) assigned accordingly.
     
 
What if my library book gets damaged or lost?
  • Please let the library know immediately so we can determine the best course of action and get you checking out books again.
  • A replacement cost may be assessed for lost or damaged materials. If a lost book is returned in good condition, a full refund will be given. 
  • Take good care of your books and you shouldn’t have to worry about this!  Remember, you are responsible for what you borrow.
  • Students who habitually lose books and do not pay for them will be limited to using books only in the library.
 
 
 
LIBRARY PROGRAM 
At the Jr. High/High School Library there is a flexible schedule.  Students are encouraged to visit the library to use its resources during their free time or, if during classtime, with a pass from a teacher.  Teachers may schedule class time in the library to use its resources or for instruction with Mrs. Seddon.  Unfortunately, however, space may be limited in the library during larger study halls.    
 
EXPECTATIONS
All users of ACSD libraries (students, school employees, library staff, and visitors) are expected to:
  • Be productive
  • Be quiet
  • Be respectful
  • Be responsible
  • Be safe

 Library users who do not meet these expectations may be asked to leave and return at another time when they have the opportunity to meet the expectations again.

HOURS
Monday - Friday 
7:45 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
 
STAFF
Library Associate: Janet Kosman, Monday - Friday
District Teacher-Librarian: Leann Seddon, Tuesday & Friday