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General Guidelines:

• • Respect the Space and Others:

    • Treat all tools, materials, and equipment with care.

    • Clean up your workspace after use.

    • Respect the projects of others—do not touch or alter another student’s work without permission.

  • Safety First:

    • Follow all safety instructions and guidelines when using tools and equipment.

    • Report any broken or malfunctioning tools to a teacher or librarian immediately.

    • Use protective gear (gloves, goggles, etc.) when required.

  • Supervision and Permission:

    • Students must have permission from a teacher or librarian to use the Makerspace.

    • Certain tools and equipment may require additional training or supervision to use.

    • The Makerspace is open during designated times only—students must sign in and out during their visit.

  • Project Guidelines:

    • All projects must be school-appropriate and aligned with the educational goals of the library.

    • Students should plan their projects in advance and use materials responsibly.

    • Larger or ongoing projects should be approved by the librarian or teacher.

  • Collaboration and Sharing:

    • Work together respectfully and share ideas and materials.

    • Help others when needed, but ensure that each student is actively participating in their own learning.

  • Use of Materials and Tools:

    • Only take the materials you need for your project—be mindful of others who may need supplies.

    • Return all tools and materials to their proper place after use.

    • Do not remove tools or materials from the Makerspace without permission.

  • Technology and Equipment Use:

    • Use technology responsibly—follow the school’s acceptable use policy.

    • 3D printers, laser cutters, and other advanced tools may have specific usage policies—follow all guidelines for these devices.

  • Respect for Time:

    • Be mindful of the time you spend in the Makerspace so that all students have the opportunity to use the space.

    • Finish and clean up your work within the time allowed unless you have made arrangements for an ongoing project.

• Consequences for Misuse:

  • Students who do not follow the Makerspace policy may lose their privileges to use the space temporarily or permanently, depending on the severity of the infraction.

  • Damaging tools or equipment, intentionally or through misuse, may result in the student being responsible for repair or replacement costs.

The library's maker and fabrication technology may only be used for lawful purposes. 

No one is permitted to create material that is:

• Prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

• Unsafe, harmful, dangerous, or poses an immediate threat to the well-being of others. 

• ​Obscene or otherwise inappropriate for the library environment.

• In violation of another's intellectual property rights. For example, you cannot reproduce material subject to copyright, patent, or trademark protection. The library reserves the right to refuse any request.      

The library cannot guarantee item quality or stability, nor confidentiality of designs. Any finishing steps (e.g. removing rafts/supports, sanding, removing paper backing, etc.) is the responsibility of the user.

Items must be picked up by the individual who submitted them using valid ID. Items not picked up within 30 days become the property of the GHS Library.

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Access to equipment is prioritized based on factors such as academic priority, class due dates, reprints, and other issues as they arise. We reserve the right to alter queue order based on these factors. 

These policies are intended to ensure that the Makerspace is a safe, productive, and enjoyable place for all students. If you have any questions or need further clarification, please ask the librarian or your teacher.