Policies

Stonegate Library Policies

Checkout

• Kindergarten and 1st grade may check out one (1) book per week.

• 2nd through 6th grade may check out up to two (2) books per week.

• Students may only check out books during their designated library time.

Renewals

•  Books may be renewed by bringing them to the library.

•  Book may only be renewed a total of 2 times.

•  Books may NOT be renewed if a hold has been placed on the book by another student.

Holds

• If a book is not available, students may request from the librarians to put a book hold.   There will be no “saving” an available book, as another patron may want to borrow it.

• Holds will be saved for one week, or until the next library visit. After that, the book will be put back into circulation for other students to enjoy.

• Students cannot place a hold on a book if they have any overdue books.

Overdue Books

•  Students with late or overdue books will NOT be allowed to continue to check out until the books are returned.  This includes books that were not returned from last year.

•  An email notification auto-generated through the District will be sent whenever books are overdue.

Lost or Damaged Books

•  Books that are 4 weeks overdue are considered “lost” and fines will be assessed.

•  Books with irreparable damage not consistent with normal wear and tear are subject to replacement fees. Please  do not attempt to repair any damage. Notify the library.

•  Books are NOT accepted in lieu of paying a fine. The fine amount includes processing fees which include library  binding, barcoding and labeling by our vendor. Borrowing privileges, access to grades and registration may be  withheld until fines are collected.

•  Payment can be made with cash (exact amount please) or with a check payable to Stonegate Elementary. Please  give payments directly to Mrs. Vance or the front office.  Online payment is available through myschoolbucks.com.

•  If the book is found within 30 days, a refund may be issued.  After 30 days, no refunds are given.

Textbooks

•  A textbook that is lost or damaged beyond repair will have a fine assessed for the purchase price of the textbook.  This goes on the student’s permanent record until the fine is paid. Checks should be made out to IUSD.

•  If the book is found within 90 days, a refund may be issued.  After 90 days, no refunds are given.