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Our library in action!
Students learning about DISCUS resources.
Day of the Dead Display.
Your Library Team.
Library Hours Contact Information
The library is open from 7:45am to 3:45pm. 3101 N Oak Street
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
School Phone: (843) 448-3932
Library Phone: (843) 839-7129
Meet the Staff
Mr. Benjamin Higgins
Mr. Benjamin Higgins
bhiggins@horrycountyschools.net
Greetings, Seahawks! My name is Mr. Higgins, and I have served as the librarian at MBM since the fall of 2015. The 2026-2027 school year will be my 14th year as an educator. I also worked as an elementary librarian. I am excited to help you better understand literature and technology, as you demonstrate character, community, and scholarship.
I am married, and my wife and two young sons are my greatest joys. When not reading myself, I love listening to my oldest son read, exploring South Carolina's beautiful state parks, and enjoying old movies with my wife.
Favorite Books: Catch- 22 by Joseph Heller and any nonfiction that helps me understand the world better.
Ms. Khalema Smith
Ms. Khalema Smith
ksmith001@horrycountyschools.net
Library Division of Duties
About Our Library
Library Vision Statement- The Myrtle Beach Middle School Library Learning Commons seeks to be the hub of learning for the school by promoting and supporting a love of literature, technology, and intellectual curiosity through collaboration with classroom teachers and special events. Our job is to ensure that students leave Myrtle Beach Middle School as competent, life-long learners ready to face the future.
Library Mission Statement- The media specialist will:
Support state curriculum standards through the purchase of high quality materials.
Celebrate a love of reading and intellectual curiosity.
Instruct students in digital citizenship and information literacy skills.
Teach students to carefully and effectively evaluate information.
Support and partner with other libraries and educational institutions in our area.
Library Policies and Procedures
Checkout Policies and Fees 2025-2026 Library Rotation
Three books may be checked for two weeks
and then renewed if not requested by another patron.
There are no late fees, but students are charged for lost
and damaged materials.
Library Schedule
FIXED: Mr. Higgins visits all ELA classes on a two- week
rotation, and students from those classes are sent four at
a time to checkout. (15-minute lesson, plus checkout)
FLEX: Students may visit the library with a SmartPass.
Teachers can schedule time in the library for research and collaborative projects.
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