The Wall High School Library Media Center contains a large variety of print and digital materials for academic and recreational use. While in the Library Media Center, students are expected to use their time effectively working, reading, looking for a book, or conducting research. Students who act inappropriately may be asked to leave.

A few basic rules direct student behavior in the school library:

• Show respect for people.

• Show respect for furniture and materials.

• Show respect for equipment.

• Use computers cooperatively.

• Use the Internet responsibly for educational purposes following the Technology Department Consent Form.

Library Passes

Students coming to the library during class blocks should arrive and sign-in and sign-out on the attendance sheet at the circulation desk before working. The attendance sign-in form proves that the student was in the library and at what time.

Discipline for Poor Library Behavior

Using the library is a privilege that may be denied at any time. Computer use is monitored. Any disruptive behavior will be subject to discipline by the library staff and may result in a suspension of library privileges. Infractions of a serious nature will be referred to the assistant principal.

The following behaviors may result in the restriction of library privileges:

• Disruptive and/or destructive behavior

• Abusive language

• Disregard for library rules and/or responsibilities

• Eating and drinking anywhere in the library other than the approved areas

Circulation Policies

Loan Periods

• Books = three (3) weeks with a max three (3) books at one time

• Student technology = one (1) day [due back the end of the same day]

• Books may be renewed if there are no holds on the item

Borrowing will end one month prior to the last day of school in order to avoid being assessed fines for late materials.

Overdue Materials

Overdue notices are sent out daily via email to student accounts for overdue technology and weekly to student accounts for overdue library books. In addition, print notices will be sent out periodically throughout the year to the student’s homeroom teacher to remind them to return overdue items. There are no daily late fees for overdue items; but students will be assessed fines if items are not returned.

Students will be charged for lost or damaged books or technology.

• If a student loses a book or technology item, he/she will be charged the full replacement costs for each item.

• If a student habitually does not return books or technology on time or returns them damaged, he/she will have limited library privileges for future borrowing.

• If a student has accrued over $50 in fines of overdue or lost items, borrowing privileges will pause until items are returned or fines are paid.

Information Skills Instruction Highlights*

9th grade students:

• Library Media Center Orientation: Introduction and Foundations of Research

• National History Day: Facts on File, ABC-CLIO, Gale Databases, Annotated Bibliography

• Reader's Advisory: Readers Writers Workshop

10th grade students:

• Social Issues and Persuasive Writing Research: Destiny Catalog and EBSCOhost databases

• National History Day: ABC-CLIO, Gale Databases, Annotated Bibliography

• Reader's Advisory: Readers Writers Workshop

11th grade students:

• Literary Criticism Research: Bloom's Literature

• National History Day: ABC-CLIO, Gale, EBSCOhost Databases, Annotated Bibliography

• Reader's Advisory: Readers Writers Workshop

12th grade students:

• College Research Foundation: Gale and EBSCOhost databases

• National History Day: ABC-CLIO, EBSCOhost, Gale Databases, Annotated Bibliography

• Reader's Advisory: Readers Writers Workshop

*additional class instruction and support available by request.

Reader’s Advisory

The librarian conducts one-on-one “book chats” with students in 9th through 12th grades individually and during classes.

These personal dialogues provide the opportunity to:

• Learn what books they are interested in and to discuss what books may suit their interests or needs.

• Learn about books they are currently reading to provide suggestions for new books based on their recommendations.

• Get to know the students through their reading.

Technology Available in the Library

• 8 Desktop Chromebox Computers, 1 Chromebox Quick Print Stations

• 2 Apple iMacs for Adobe, Cricut, etc.

• Laser-Jet (b&w) photocopier/printer

• Large drop-down presentation screen

• Presentation Equipment including desktop, sound system, and DVD/VHS player

Technology Available for Staff Circulation

• • Ozobots

  • Littlebits Kits

  • Makey Makey Kits

  • Crochet Kits

Technical Assistance for Teachers and Students

The library provides assistance and training for teachers and students in the following areas:

• Desktop and web-based software/applications (Google Apps for Education, Adobe, etc)

• Online library catalog and eBook platforms

• Newspaper and magazine online indexes

• Online database programs

• Internet etiquette/responsibility

• Online image editing, podcasting, and more.

• Local/cloud file organization and management

• Printer maintenance

• General technology troubleshooting