When can I visit the library?
Before School: The library opens at 8:00 a.m. Monday through Friday.
During School: You can come to the library during study hall, lunch, or any class with a pass from your teacher.
(Library closes at 5:30pm M-Th and at 4:18pm on Fridays)
How do I visit the library during the school day?
From Study Hall: Students may come to the library for quick visits with the permission from their Study Hall teachers. For longer visits during Study Hall, students may request an appointment pass from the library in the morning. At the time of study hall, students check in with their study hall teacher and depart for the library once their pass is approved.
From Lunch: Students request a library pass in the cafeteria during their lunch block. Once students arrive in the library and check-in with library staff, they are to remain in the library until the end of the lunch block.
From Class: A teacher may send a student to the library with a Quick Visit pass.
How can I contact the library?
Phone: 571-434-4500
E-mail:
Ms. Lori Torick, Library Assistant
How long may I keep library materials?
Books - three weeks (21 days); may be renewed
Lost and/or damaged materials may be paid for at the circulation desk. Cash and checks (payable to PVH) are accepted.
How do I borrow materials?
Provide the library staff with your student ID or ID number and name at the circulation desk with your item(s).
May I renew materials?
Yes, as long as there are no requests for that item, you may renew an item as long as you need it as long as your account is in good standing with no overdues.
May I reserve materials?
Yes, you may place a hold on an item to receive it when it is returned. You may request materials from other libraries via Interlibrary Loan.
May I use the printers in the library?
Yes, there are two laser jet printers (one black, one color). See the library staff for assistance with printing.
Is there a copier in the library?
Yes. Ask a staff member for assistance.
How do I use the online resources?
At school or home, login to LCPS GO! and locate the Library Resources folder.
How do I find a particular item or subject in the library?
At school, the library staff will happily help you find an item or topic. There is also one computer at the entrance of the library dedicated to the library's holdings. Search for items by author, title, or subject keyword. You can also access this catalog at home by clicking on the PVHS Library Online Catalog link.
May I eat in the library?
No food is allowed in the library.