Fiction Collection

The Jane B. Lundeen Library strives to build a fiction collection that supports Monument Academy's mission by encouraging students to grow as readers, thinkers, and individuals of character.

Our collection includes a balanced selection of classics, contemporary literature, and thoughtfully chosen graphic novels that engage students' imaginations while supporting literacy and lifelong learning. We seek stories that encourage curiosity, thoughtful reflection, resilience, empathy, and an appreciation for the diverse experiences that shape the human story.

Library materials are selected with consideration for their educational value, literary merit, age appropriateness, and support of the school's instructional goals. While curriculum needs guide many collection decisions, additional titles are added to provide students with meaningful opportunities to explore, discover, and develop a lifelong love of reading.

Non-Fiction Collection

The Jane B. Lundeen Library offers a diverse nonfiction collection that supports classroom learning, encourages curiosity, and helps students develop a deeper understanding of the world around them.

Our collection includes books that complement the curriculum while inviting students to explore a wide range of topics, including history, science, geography, biographies, the arts, technology, and more. We strive to provide engaging, age-appropriate resources that promote critical thinking, research skills, and a love of lifelong learning.

Nonfiction materials are selected for their educational value, accuracy, quality, and relevance to the needs of Monument Academy students and staff. In addition to supporting classroom instruction, the library maintains resources that encourage independent exploration and discovery beyond the curriculum.

Donated Literature

Monument Academy values community generosity and welcomes donations that support the school’s educational mission.

All donated materials will be reviewed by school librarians and/or teachers to ensure alignment with the Mission, Vision, and character expectations of the school.

General Reading Materials

Donations of fiction or general reading materials must be:

• consistent with the school’s emphasis on literary quality and character development, and

• appropriate for the academic and developmental levels of students served.

Materials that do not meet these standards may be respectfully declined or redirected to other organizations.

Multi-Media Library Acquisition

Monument Academy emphasizes learning through direct instruction, meaningful practice, discussion, and engagement with high-quality texts. Media resources such as videos or films may be used only as instructional supplements and not as primary sources of content.

Media selections must:

• support specific instructional goals,

• align with the school’s character expectations and learning environment, and

• contribute positively to student understanding rather than passive consumption.

Library Additions and Requests

Students, parents, and teachers may recommend materials for consideration in the library or classroom collections. All recommendations will be evaluated using the criteria outlined in this policy and in light of the school’s Mission and Vision. Students are welcome to submit book recommendations through a suggestion box located in the library. 

While student interest in reading is valued and encouraged, priority will be given to materials that:

• support curriculum and instruction,

• contribute to character education, and

• demonstrate lasting educational value.

Due to budget and space limitations, not all requests can be fulfilled. Final decisions will focus on what best supports the long-term academic and character goals of the school.

Questions regarding materials selection may be directed to school librarians. Final authority for all materials rests with school leadership and the Board of Directors.

Book Fairs and Literary Events

Monument Academy may host book fairs and literary events to encourage joyful engagement with reading and to support families in building strong home libraries.

These events are intended to strengthen partnerships between home and school and to promote lifelong habits of reading and learning. Library-hosted events are designed to strengthen and sustain ongoing library programs at both the East and West Campuses. 

Students are permitted to check out a limited number of books over a two-week period. Each book may be renewed a maximum of one time, and all materials must be returned by the due date following the first renewal. See the above checkout procedures for the number of books allowed per grade.

Ebooks play directly from the Destiny Discover website or App. Enjoy these audiobooks from your computer, tablet, or phone. Never worry about late fees with ebooks.

PlayAway Audio Books are available. These single, portable devices are great for carrying with you. Headphones are available for checkout if needed.

Students are allowed to check out a limited number of books for a two-week period. However, those with overdue books that have been overdue for more than one month will not be permitted to borrow any additional materials until the overdue items are returned. It is important to note that this policy does not apply to books required for class assignments.

Each book may be renewed only once, and all materials must be returned by the due date following the initial renewal.

Overdue books that exceed one month will be prohibited from borrowing any additional materials until the overdue items are returned. It is important to emphasize that this policy does not pertain to books required for class assignments. 

Library policies are designed to ensure a productive and respectful environment for all patrons. These guidelines encompass procedures for entering and exiting the library, as well as designated seating areas and acceptable noise levels. By establishing clear expectations for behavior, the policies promote respectful interactions, a quiet learning atmosphere, and responsible use of library resources.

• Be safe: Patrons are expected to walk at all times and to keep hands, feet, and personal belongings to themselves.

• Be respectful: Individuals should adhere to directions and communicate in a calm and quiet manner.

• No food or drinks in the library: Consumption of food and beverages is not permitted within the library unless explicit permission has been granted.

Chromebooks are provided in the library for easy access to our library catalog.  Library material searches are exclusively intended for accessing available resources from Monument Academy and for locating items on the shelves.