Pattonville Heights Library
When can I come to the library?
Before School:
Students may come to the library between 7:55 and 8:10 a.m. without a pass to study, research, check out, or return materials.
During school:
Students will come to the Library with their class during the day as often as the teacher wishes. Typically students come a minimum of every 3 weeks with their ELA class to check out. Each grade comes to the library for one or more research projects during the year. Also students may obtain a pass from their teacher to visit the library during class.
Lunch Time:
The library will be closed for a lunch during the day. If there is a notice that we are out to lunch, please come back and we will assist you later.
Once a month, students will be invited to eat in the library if they choose. This will be a signup, and only those who have signed up and have a pass will be allowed.
If your lunch is not while we are at lunch, you may come in with a pass if you have something to work on.
After School:
After School Book Club occurs in the library once a month. Other after school clubs and events may also occur in the library. Students should not be in the library after school hours unless they are with a supervised adult.
What are the behavior expectations for the library?
Be Respectful
Respect Ms. Woodson and Ms. McClain and any other teacher or guest
Respect others
Respect the library equipment, furniture, and materials
Respect the room by walking and keeping your voice in a learning environment
Be Involved
When in a class setting, be involved in discussions and activities
Engage in library programs throughout the year
Color, Puzzle, Create, Research, Discover
Checkout, Renew, and Return
Be Responsible
Do what you came to the library to do
Return items on time
Checkout, Renew, and Return
Complete work and maintain a learning atmosphere
How many things can I check out and for how long?
All items are due after two weeks
You can renew an item up to 2 times. It must be turned in after that.
You can checkout 5 items at a time
What if I have overdue or missing items?
The library does not charge fines for late materials. Overdue notices are given out to students every three weeks. If a price is listed, it has been assumed by the librarian that the item is lost and the replacement cost is given. We would much rather have the item returned than the money, so if you think you have lost a book, please look for it before paying the fine.
If a student has a problem with damage, loss, or late materials, that student’s check-out privileges may be modified until he/she can become more responsible.
When checking out, students are notified if they have overdue materials. They will not be allowed to check out additional materials until the items are returned. If a student has overdue items, we will hold a wanted item for one day until the items are returned.
Do you have electronic items like e-Books and Audio Books I can download?
Pattonville libraries regularly add titles to our eBook and audio book collection through Overdrive and the Sora app. Students can easily access Overdrive by opening the Sora app (looks like an airplane) on student iPads or can use Overdrive on other devices by visiting the app/play store for a free Sora app download to get started.
Students use their 5 digit student I.D. number for their username and the same 5 digit student number for their password. See the circulation desk for more information or assistance.
May I use the computers in the library?
The Library is equipped with computers for student use. Refer to the student handbook for information on Internet use. The Library computers are used with teacher request and approval.
Do you loan headphones to students?
Students are asked to bring their own headphones or earbuds to school. If headphones are needed for a specific class project, such as creating a movie, students may check out a set of headphones from the library for the duration of one class period. No headphones will be checked out to students for the purpose of listening to music while working.
After School Book Club
Join us for books, snacks, and conversation. We will have a designated monthly book. Students will read the book and then sign-up to attend book club. This is an after school activity. You will need to have paid your activity fee and have a permission slip in order to join us. Monthly info will be posted on Instagram and Canvas.
What is the Area-Wide Book Battle?
The Pattonville Middle School Libraries proudly sponsoring the annual Area-Wide Middle School Book Battle each May. The Heights is looking for 8 students to represent our school when we compete against 41 other middle schools from around the area in a trivia-style competition over a predetermined list of books. Contact Ms. Slane or Ms. Bowles if you are interested!