I am Mrs. Hardesty, the Library Media Specialist at John B. Dey Elementary School. Mrs. Ward, the Library Media Assistant, look forward to your visits to our space.
There's so much to do in the library. Students can check out books, find information, work quietly or in a group, work at one of our STEM centers and learn about new things with the whole class, or have a great story time!
The library is an integral part of your child's education. Information is available from so many sources, and the library is the place to get it! Help your child learn to respect library materials and to be responsible for returning them on time. Call us at 648-2460.
Kindergartners check out 1 book for 1 week.
First graders check out 2 books for 1 week.
Grades 2 - 5 check out 3 books for 1 week.
We don’t have overdue fines, but when a book is overdue the student may check out one book while they are looking for the lost or damaged book. If the book cannot be found or the book is damaged beyond repair, the book must be paid for.
*4th and 5th graders may also check out one Playaway after permission slip is signed. Playaways are audio devices with one recorded book and cost between $30 and $60 each. See permission slip below.
LOST OR DAMAGED BOOKS
If a book is lost or damaged please contact either Mrs. Hardesty or Mrs. Ward at 648-2440. If you are unable to locate the book, or the book is damaged beyond repair, you will pay for the book. If the book turns up later, the Library will reimburse you.
VOLUNTEERING
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Mrs. Hardesty or Mrs. Ward. It’s a fun way to get to know the John B. Dey students. susan.hardesty@vbschools.com amy.ward2@vbschools.com
BOOK FAIR
We have a Scholastic Book Fair every year. The date has not been determined for this school year. We always need lots of volunteers to help with set up, break down and assisting students in making their purchases. Information about volunteer sign up will go out in advance. All proceeds go to help enrich our library collection!! Call or email us to help out.