The Rambling Reader

Quarter 4 2024-25

See what is new at the Dr. Stephen J. Storkel Learning Center for Quarter 4

Library Class Statistics and Updates

Our library continues its mission of sparking curiosity, creating connections, and empowering learners.

The library welcomed 3,407 study hall walk-ins, saw 2,043 circulations, and added 74 new titles to its collection and hosted many classes and Keystone Testing.

Some of the class visits and research projects this quarter included deep dives into August Wilson's Fences and Pittsburgh History, researching the background of John Steinbeck's Of Mice and Men and creating annotated bibliographies, exploring historical connections between the 20th century and today, investigations into different decades in American history, United Nations simulation research, among many others.

Summer Reading Quick Links

For students: Looking to get onto any of the summer reading books fast and free? Stop by Norther Tier Library to pick up a copy, or use on of our ebooks or audiobooks to access books on the go. Perfect for when you are on the go or in a long trip! Here are some quick links to summer reading resources:

Quick Links:

Summer Reading List: Full list of options for summer reading suggestions.

Destiny Pine-Richland Catalog: Find hardcopy books in our library.

Northern Tier Library Catalog: Find hardcopy books and other materials in the public library.

YALSA Teen Bookfinder: Database of award-winning and popular young adult titles.

YALSA Bookfinder App for iphone, YALSA Bookfinder App for Android

Mackinvia in Browser: Log in with the location as “Pine-Richland High School” and your school email.

A full list of ebooks or audiobook summer reading recommendations that are available on MackinVia.

App Download Quick Links:

Mackinvia:

Mackinvia for iPhone

Mackinvia for Android