How can we help you?

How can the library help you, the student?

Mrs. Kempel teaches individuals and classes the skills needed to find information in multiple sources. Individual assistance is available to students needing instruction in reference skills.

You have access to 6 iPads to access the library catalog and other applications.  

Need a good book? Ask Mrs. Kempel, Mrs. Akyuz or Mrs. Freeman for suggestions. If you have any questions about anything in the library, please ask!

How can the library help you, the teacher?

Integrated, cooperative planning for curricular and multi-source or multimedia research projects 

Team-teaching 

Book and reading recommendations 

Booktalks, Storytelling and Book Sharing 

Interlibrary loan 

Reference Services 

Preparation of subject bibliographies 

Web Access (e.g. Internet, FPS email) 

Technical troubleshooting (computer, electronics, etc.)

How many books are in the library?

Number of copies: about 19,000

Number of periodical and magazine subscriptions: 13 student magazines 

Daily circulation: about 140 total circulations daily

How many books can I have checked out?

The number of materials checked out varies by grade level. 

4th and 5th grade students may borrow what they need for their recreational and information needs (4-5 items) for a 2-week period. Additional materials needed for a school assignment may be checked out as needed.

3rd grade students may borrow 3 books and/or other materials for a 2-week period. Additional materials needed for a school assignment may be checked out as needed.

1st and 2nd grade students may borrow 2 books and/or other materials for 1 week. Additional materials needed for a school assignment may be checked out as needed.

Kindergarten students will begin with checking out 1 book for 1 week.  As the students become more familiar with library procedures, they will checkout 2 books for 1 week.