Media Center Policies
Media Center Policies
Library materials may be checked out for a period of 14 days.
Fines are assessed only for lost or damaged library books. Notices are sent regularly via email to all parent or guardian email addresses on file in Veracross.
We kindly ask that families do not purchase replacement books independently. The books selected for our library are specially bound to withstand frequent circulation and are often more durable than standard retail editions. They also arrive “shelf ready” for library use. Any replacement books sent to the library will be returned home.
Fines may be paid by check made payable to Carrollwood Day School. Please note that the library does not keep cash available to make change, so checks are preferred.
Students with outstanding fines or overdue materials are unable to check out additional library materials until all items have been returned and/or fines have been resolved.
If your student believes an item has already been returned, please contact me. Occasionally, books may be mis-scanned, already returned to the shelf, or still located in a classroom and not yet delivered back to the library.
This library supports students’ rights through the principles of “Freedom to Read,” encouraging students to explore a wide variety of literature, perspectives, genres, and topics in a safe and supportive environment. All materials in the library are selected with age appropriateness in mind and are chosen to support student growth, curiosity, and a love of reading.
Parents may occasionally notice students checking out books that may not seem like their “usual” choice or reading level. Exploring different genres, topics, formats, and levels is an important part of helping students develop as readers and discover new interests. Students are encouraged to browse, ask questions, and try books outside of their comfort zone as they build independence and confidence in their reading choices.
Library materials may be checked out for a period of 14 days. Students are welcome to visit the library throughout the day with teacher permission, beginning at 7:40 a.m.
Young Adult (YA) books are classified as Middle School materials due to their content. Lower School students must have parental permission to check out YA books. Permission forms are available in the library or may be completed online here. Once an online form is submitted, Mrs. Cook will follow up with a confirmation email and update the student’s library account accordingly.
Fines are assessed only for lost or damaged library books. Notices are sent regularly via email to all parent or guardian email addresses on file in Veracross.
We kindly ask that families do not purchase replacement books independently. The books selected for our library are specially bound to withstand frequent circulation and are often more durable than standard retail editions. They also arrive “shelf ready” for library use. Any replacement books sent to the library will be returned home.
Fines may be paid by check made payable to Carrollwood Day School. Please note that the library does not keep cash available to make change, so checks are preferred.
Students with outstanding fines or overdue materials are unable to check out additional library materials until all items have been returned and/or fines have been resolved.
If your student believes an item has already been returned, please contact me. Occasionally, books may be mis-scanned, already returned to the shelf, or still located in a classroom and not yet delivered back to the library.
This library supports students’ rights through the principles of “Freedom to Read,” encouraging students to explore a wide variety of literature, perspectives, genres, and topics in a safe and supportive environment. All materials in the library are selected with age appropriateness in mind and are chosen to support student growth, curiosity, and a love of reading.
The Young Adult (YA) section is clearly labeled and separated from the general collection. In addition, our library system restricts YA book checkouts for Lower School students unless parent permission has been granted.
Parents may occasionally notice students checking out books that may not seem like their “usual” choice or reading level. Exploring different genres, topics, formats, and levels is an important part of helping students develop as readers and discover new interests. Students are encouraged to browse, ask questions, and try books outside of their comfort zone as they build independence and confidence in their reading choices.