LIBRARY SERVICES AND PROGRAMS

Circulation Services

Are provided to keep the library patrons in the use of information resources and facilities of the library. Functions are but not limited to services such as retrieving and lending of books, collecting fines and other library charges, renewal, locating books and recalling books that were checked out and the like.

Reference Book Services

It assists users in the best way of locating information. It ensures that every student in the school community has a fair chance to read and borrow specific books to prepare for his/her assignment, reading and research needs.

Computer and Internet Services

The SNPS library offers “First come, First serve” policy. To maximize its utilization and services, the students may avail themselves of the internet services up to a maximum of one (1) hour only, unless no other students are waiting. Students must present his/her school ID and fill out the form before using it for identification. The information presented by the users is accurate for checking and is kept confidential.

OPAC (Online Public Access Catalog)

Online Public Access Catalog is a second-party online database of library materials wherein the librarian is responsible for maintaining and updating its contents. Students and teachers may search for specific titles of books in the search bar to locate books and other materials available in the SNPS library.

Bulletin Board Display and SDI (Selective Dissemination of Information)

These services will make students and teachers aware of the complete list of newly acquired print and non-print materials regularly that are available in the library. Announcements. updates and other related activities are posted, displayed or sent through their respected email every month, if necessary.

Audio-Visual Room

The audio-visual (AV) room was established primary to hold special school activities such as faculty and personnel meetings, student-teacher orientations, seminars, lectures, training and workshops. The room itself has a seating capacity of 300 with complete equipment to use for such gatherings.

Collection Development Program

The process of planning and acquiring a balanced collection of all formats over a period based on the assessment of the information needs of the library users are the main factors being considered in the development of the collection.

The continued development of the collections has a highly coordinated and systematic approach to the selection and acquisition of book and serial resources. This program is deeply sensitive to the important and significant role played by the faculty members in the selection of resources and to the need to get their active participation in the development of current collection policies and programs which influence the shape of the collection.

The collections of the library support not only the current curricula and research but also those of future students and scholars.

Library Instructional Program

The library instruction program for Grade School, High School, and Senior High School students is intended to assists academic instruction by: (a) familiarizing the students with the library’s resources, facilities, and services; (b) teaching them basic library skills such that they know how to utilize information resources; (c) developing their skills in selecting reading materials according to their needs and interests, thus making them independent learners and critical thinkers. The instruction is conducted per term every school year.

Mini Library Program

The establishment of a mini library program 2.0 within the classroom of ECE to 6, including the Early Childhood Education and Special Education Needs Department, shall provide immediate access to a diverse range of reading materials, fostering a love for reading and supporting literacy development. It encourages independent learning, enhances vocabulary, and improves comprehension skills. By integrating books into the daily classroom environment, students are more likely to develop consistent reading habits and engage in self-directed exploration of topics that interest them.

Library Period Program

The SNPS believes that for its graduates to meet the required skills of the 21st century workplace, such as high literacy and analytical skills, its students must develop strong reading habits to enhance these skills. Hence, the SNPS Library Period Program is designed to develop among students and faculty a culture of reading that helps foster analytical thinking, innovation, creativity and positive learning habits to increase their interest in literature and their enthusiasm to investigate existing body of knowledge on any given subject of interest. The program is backed up by a rich supply of both printed and electronic resources available that may help students to have a successful learning experience in support of the curriculum. The program supports the fact that knowledge and skills gained through reading are crucial to form a strong foundation for lifelong learning. The program gives both the students and faculty the opportunity to increase their interests in any discipline and body of knowledge.

The Library Automated Program

The library adopts the Data Pacific Library System. It is a web-based, user-friendly library system. Library System provides circulation, searching, cataloging, Internet solution options and other services for the LRC. Through this system, the LRC collection can be accessed on the Internet. It is continually upgraded to meet the future needs of the library.

Library Orientation

This advocates library user education. It includes instruction on the different information resources, how to evaluate these resources, how to use the OPAC or Online Public Access Catalog and online resources and introduces them to the other Library services. The library conducts library orientation at every start of the school year. The faculty is giving training on the operation and maintenance of the AV equipment. Individual instruction is also given upon request.

  Weeding Program

Annually, the school librarian will conduct an inventory of the school library collection and equipment. The inventory can be used to determine losses and remove damage or worn-

out materials which can then be considered for replacement. Likewise, textbooks shall be weeded out after 2-3 years depending on the use and need of the faculty. The inventory can also be used to deselect and remove materials that are no longer relevant to the curriculum or the interest to students. Additionally, librarians use C-U-D-C-U-P in assessing library materials for weeding out.

Weeding Criteria:

Library materials of all types may be candidates for weeding based on the following criteria:

·         Currency

The content of library materials should be accurate and up to date. Materials that are superseded by newer, revised, or updated editions may be weeded.

·         Usage

Low or no usage may be a factor in weeding decisions. The librarian may consult circulation statistics to determine viable candidates.

·         Duplication

Due to space limitations, school librarians may weed out duplicate copies of library materials. Library staff will take into consideration the need to have more than one copy of a title on hand, especially for materials that are heavily used by the students and faculty.

·         Completeness

Materials that are part of a multi-volume set of which the library does not have all volumes may be weeded.

·         Uniqueness

The librarian will not weed materials that are considered unique and have enduring value for the school community.

·         Physical condition

Materials that are badly deteriorated or damaged beyond reasonable preservation effort are subject to weeding out.