Pennsbury Library Mission Statement
The library program, constituting a unique part of the overall instructional plan, operates in support of the plan through providing instruction, materials and services to all students and staff members in the Pennsbury School District.
The Pennsbury School District Library Program seeks to empower students to become life-long learners and to foster their love of reading. The certified library staff, in collaboration with classroom teachers, will deliver instruction that upholds rigorous academic standards enabling students to become critical thinkers, effective locators of information, and proficient users of traditional sources as well as emerging technologies. As advocates of the free exchange of ideas and information, the library staff will ensure that a balanced collection supports curricular needs, reflects the diverse interests of its patrons, and represents various points of view. The library staff will participate in ongoing professional development opportunities related to the field of Library science and strict initiatives. The library program is responsive to curricular changes, and it is essential that the program be integrated into the total curriculum.
Class Time
All students will visit the Library each cycle.
All classes have a 40-minute class each cycle.
During class time, students will engage in a set curriculum based upon the Common Core Standards.
Curriculum topics range from developing listening skills, literature appreciation, research skills and general library skills.
Borrowing Policy
At the end of each library class, students will be allowed to borrow materials from the library for one five day rotation.
Kindergarten & 1st Grade- 1 book
2nd - 5th Grade - 2 books
Extra books are allowed for research or if needed for class projects
Students may renew their materials up to two times.
Students are responsible for the care and return of their borrowed materials. Inability to return materials in good shape and on time each week does effect their grade.
If materials are lost or returned ripped, wet or in any other way made unusable or unreadable, they will need to be paid for. It is the student's responsibility to pay for a replacement of the material. Lost or damaged materials may be replaced by sending in cash or a check made out to Pennsbury
If materials are found, a refund will be given for the material if returned by the the last day of the school year if within the last 90 days.