procedures

book exchange

• Students may check out a new library book each week during Media Studies class, provided the previous book has been returned.

• To see which book you borrowed, log into Destiny Discover, then go to My Stuff. (username = typically firstname.lastname melissa.dabrowski or firstinitiallastname mdabrowski [you can also check Classlink and copy everything before the @ symbol in your email address] and password = ID number)

• Parents/guardians: Please try to be aware of your child’s Media Studies day and designate a safe spot for library books at home.

book care

• RETURN ON TIME: Please bring your books back to the media center by their due date so others can enjoy them too.

• REPORT DAMAGE: If your book gets damaged or a page tears, hand it to the media specialist. We use special materials for repairs.

• PROTECT YOUR BOOK: Carry books in a plastic bag in your backpack to keep them clean and dry.

• USE A BOOKMARK: Keep your spot with a bookmark instead of folding the page corner.

• BE GENTLE: Turn pages carefully by the top or bottom corners.

• STORE SAFELY: Keep books away from younger siblings, pets, food, and drinks.

• SHOW RESPECT: Never write, color, or add glue inside a library book.

• KEEP CLEAN: Clean hands help keep books looking new!

Thank you for taking care of our library books!

damaged/lost books

Our library program not only inspires a love of reading, but also helps students learn about responsibility. Caring for borrowed books and returning them on time are important lifelong habits. Thank you for supporting your child as they learn to be responsible library users!

If a book is lost or significantly damaged, families are asked to cover the replacement cost. Payment can be made by cash or by check payable to Wedgwood School Fund.

If your child’s book is missing or damaged, please reach out to me through ParentSquare or by email at mdabrowski@wtps.org so I can let you know the replacement amount.

grading

Students will receive a Media Studies grade on their report cards twice a year. The grade reflects participation, effort, classwork, and special projects.