Student Handbook 2018-2019

Library Policy for Overdue Materials The school library media center contains materials relating to the school curriculum. Many of the books are used for book reports and research projects. It is, therefore, important that students return materials on time so that they can be used by others. This policy is designated to help students develop responsibility in their handling of borrowed materials. Materials will be checked out initially for a two-week period. They may then be renewed twice at the request of the student before they are considered overdue. When a material becomes overdue, the following steps will be taken: 1. A student with an overdue material loses his/her check out privilege until the material in question is returned or replacement cost is paid. 2. Overdue notices will be sent through the student’s teacher. Upon receipt of such a notice, the student should immediately return the material or pay for its replacement. If this is not done promptly, a letter will be sent home. 3. If a student pays for a lost book and then finds and returns it, the money will be refunded in full. Use of Materials within the Library 1. All library materials are available for use from 8:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. each school day. Library staff will be available to help during these hours. 2. While in the library, students may sit where they choose unless assigned a seat by the librarian or a faculty member. 3. Individual students must have a pass from a teacher when entering the library. 4. Students coming to the library with a class need to stay with their teacher. 5. Upon entering the library, students are to remain quiet and keep talking to a minimum. 6. Students abusing the library privilege will lose the right to visit the library.

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