Parents must fill out an agreement form for students to borrow books from the library. This agreement form must be updated every school year.
Library visits are normally scheduled by the teacher for story time, to explore and read, and to exchange books.
Students can also visit during nutrition and lunch to exchange their books and read.
The library is a space for leisure reading and exploration during scheduled visits with your class.
The library is also a space for quiet play and socializing during nutrition and lunch period (hours vary weekly).
Guide – Actively mentor students’ reading choices.
Uphold your role as the teacher; stay present and attentive.
Involve yourself in students’ browsing and selection process.
Direct students—the librarian needs to focus on H.E.L.P.
Engage – Spark interest and enthusiasm for reading.
Respectful (quiet, kind to others)
Engaged (focused on books/activities)
Accountable (clean up, follow rules)
Diligent (use time wisely)
Hear – Tune in to what students want and need.
Empower – Spark curiosity and confidence in reading.
Lead – Point the way to great books and resources.
Promote – Celebrate reading and positive habits.
Parents must fill out an agreement form in order for students to receive a Chromebook for educational use. All students, current and new, must update their agreement form before receiving or replacing a Chromebook.
These are the District's pricing for replacements
Chargers are $30
Cases are $20
You might find less expensive options on Amazon and others.
Before requesting service, check the Chromebook Troubleshooting site for quick fixes.
Technician Responsibilities:
Reset Google sign-in passwords
Troubleshoot and repair hardware and OS issues
Librarian Responsibilities:
Handle Chromebook replacements and storage
Manage fines
Provide quick fixes and limited troubleshooting if no Technician is available
Note: Website login issues (e.g., credentials) are not handled by the Technician or Librarian. Please refer to the Troubleshooting site.
Visit our Reading Challenge site for details
Visit our Reading Challenge site for details
Classes that actively participate in the school's reading challenges (Elementary: Books read, Secondary: minutes read) earn the privilege of updating the library's door decor with artwork.
Depending on the volume of entries, artwork is rotated out on a weekly/biweekly basis.
Starting in September
The Library is open for Study Hall use on Mondays and Tuesdays during nutrition and lunch period.
Student volunteers can sign up as Peer Tutors to help their fellow scholars with homework. Peer Tutors receive Barry Points for volunteering.
Starting in September
The Library hosts the (Pop-up) Barrycade every Wednesday during nutrition and lunch period for Secondary students to redeem their Barry points for incentives and prizes.
Socializing and gaming are also available at the Barrycade.
Raffle Drawings for Elite Readers are also conducted at the Barrycade.
A Latin-culture film or TV series is screened at the library on the first Monday of the month.
Tickets are 5 Barry Points each for admission.
The film or TV series chosen for screening is voted on by students.