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Mission Statement
Our library mission is to promote a welcoming and supportive environment where we are committed to students, staff, community, and promoting a lifelong love of reading. Through collaboration, research, and critical thinking we will develop students with strong intellectual curiosity for the 21st century.
Meet the Teacher Librarian and her Library Aides
About Your Teacher Librarian: Mrs. Chaney
I have been married for 28 years. I have a son and daughter who are both married and my son has a son. My first grandbaby.
I started my career in education teaching elementary school. After a few years I moved to the middle school. I taught 8th grade literacy at Mena Middle school for 13 years. This is my second year as the librarian. I work with wonderful teachers and help them get the tools they need, as well as teach along side them to support their curriculum.
Contact Information: sheli.chaney@menaschools.org
Our Student Library Aides:
The aides for our library do everything from shelving books to helping to create displays. We are so thankful for them and their hard work. If you need help, and Mrs. Chaney is not available, check with them!
Darcie
Darcie
Darcie enjoys reading romance and murder mystery. Her favorite authors are Kasie West and April Henry. If you are looking for books in these genres, she can help!
Angelina
Angelina
Angelina has a couple of favorites, but Carve the Mark is her all-time favorite book. If you are looking for mythology or fantasy, she is definitely your go-to person!
Lyela
Lyela
Lyelais an avid reader and she really enjoyed the Hunger Games series. She loves Dystopian/ Science Fiction and she also likes fantasy. She would love to help you find your next favorite book!
Annabeth
Annabeth
Annabeth enjoys romance and historical fiction. Her favorite author is Kasie West. She also really enjoyed The Book Thief. If you are looking for anything in those two genres, ask her!
Wyatt
Wyatt
Wyatt loves a good adventure and an epic tale. He enjoys books from the adventure section, fantasy, classics, and mythology. He also really likes Gordon Korman. If you need something different or epic, just ask. He can point you in the right direction.
Author Visit!
We had a local author visit on September 22nd and it was such a treat! He taught classes to the 6th grade about the writing process and will be writing a short story using all student ideas and work. We can't wait to see it! Thank you Mr. Silas Cross!
Student Library Tools
Reading Tools
Reading Tools
Throughout the year you will be tracking your reading and looking for good books. Try these sites to help you.
Research in the Library
Research in the Library
Throughout the year you will be researching for various classes or for your own interest. Check here for great resources in your research or to remind yourself how and when to cite evidence.
Parent Library Information
Parental Involvement
Parental Involvement
We love our parents to get involved. Once a year we will have a free Cookies and Canvas night. We would also love to have some parent volunteers for book talks and poetry readings or for our "We Read Wednesday" posts. If you are interested in this please contact Mrs. Chaney.
2nd Annual Cookies and Canvas
2nd Annual Cookies and Canvas
We had a wonderful time at Cookies and Canvas this year. Thank you to everyone who signed up and came to have a relaxing evening of painting with your student. Stay tuned for next year's event!
Parent Resources
Click the image below to take you to the website.
If you would like to donate to the MMS Library, a book is a great gift. We will place your name in the front of the book.
Recent Event
Hadarah won 1st place in the 6th grade fiction category at the reading fair.
Heartbeat by Sharon Creech
Brady won 1st place in the 7th grade technology category at the reading fair.
Wings of Fire by Tui T. Sutherland
Annabelle won 1st place in the 7th grade fiction category at the reading fair.
Alone by Megan Freeman
Hadassah won 2nd place in the 8th grade fiction category at the reading fair.
Midsummer's Mayhem by Rajani LaRocca
Darcie and Camilla (not pictured) won 3rd place in the 7th grade nonfiction category at the reading fair.
Above Hallowed Ground by Christopher Sweet
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