Lincoln

MISSION 

The mission of the Lincoln Center Library is to support school curriculum and enable all students to:

• • Appreciate and enjoy literature

  • Be effective users of information

  • Be life-long learners

POLICY Q&A

How many books can I have checked out at a time?

As many that you can be responsible for.

How long can I keep a library book?

You can keep a library book for 2 weeks.

What if I finish my book before it is due?

First of all, “Hooray for you!” Then you have a few options.  You could:

• Return the book to the library in the morning before class starts, or during the day on your way out to recess.

• Ask your teacher for permission to come to the library during free class time.  (Your teacher can call extension 1345 to make sure there is a staff member in the library.)  Then you can return the book and check out another one.

• Wait to return your book to the library when you come for your weekly visit.

What if I do not finish my book before it is due?

• • We can probably renew the book for you, or check it out to you again. Bring it to the library to renew it.

  • If someone else has made a request, or asked, for the same book you have, we ask that you please finish it ASAP—as soon as possible.

  • You can renew a book 2 times if there are no other requests for it.  

• • But do try and return it as soon as possible so other students can enjoy it, too.

What if I forget to return my book by the due date?

• • It's kind of like you are stealing--you are stealing the opportunity for other students to check out and enjoy the book, too.

  • You may be able to check out one other book.  However, if you have a book that has been overdue for more than two weeks, you will not be allowed to check out any other books.

  • Overdue notices will be sent monthly.  

  • At three months overdue, a non-refundable overdue fine will be charged:  $5 for a paperback book or $10 for a hardcover book.  If the overdue book is less than a year old, the overdue fine will be the full price of the book. 

  • Students with fines less than $10 may check out one additional item. However, if the fine is $10 or more, no additional items will be checked out to students.

  • If a copy of the same title and format (paperback or hardcover) is offered for replacement, the overdue fine will be waived.  

What if my library book gets damaged or lost?

• • Please let the library know immediately so we can determine the best course of action and get you checking out books again.

  • The fine will be the same as overdue books: $5 for a paperback book or $10 for a hardcover book.  If the overdue book is less than a year old, the fine will be the full price of the book.   

  • Take good care of your books and you shouldn’t have to worry about this!  Remember, you are responsible for what you borrow. 

  • Students who habitually have overdue books and do not pay for them will be limited to using books only in the library.

LIBRARY PROGRAM 

• • 3rd - 6th grade classes visit the library once a week to check out books and for information/digital literacy lessons with Mrs. Seddon

  • Teachers and students are encouraged to contact Mrs. Seddon for help in finding, using, and evaluating information sources for personal or school purposes.  

EXPECTATIONS

All users of ACSD libraries (students, school employees, library staff, and visitors) are expected to:

• Be productive

• Be quiet

• Be respectful

• Be responsible

• Be safe

Users who do not meet expectations may be asked to leave the library.  They may return again at another time for a second opportunity to meet expectations.

HOURS

8:20 a.m. - 11:55 a.m.

STAFF

Library Associate: Jaymie Sturtz

District Teacher-Librarian: Leann Seddon