LIBRARY HOURS OF OPERATION

Student library hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The library is open for quiet reading and study before school.  No pass is needed during that time. However, a library pass is needed during regular school hours, including recess.

The library is closed during 7th period each day.  Students may not come to the library during that time unless accompanied by a teacher. 

LIBRARY ETIQUETTE

The library is a place where at any one time there may be class instruction, students testing or completing homework, students checking out books and/or reading.  It is important to respect all library patrons (customers).  Talking should be kept at a minimum and at a low volume so as not to disturb others.  The volume on the computers' speakers should be just loud enough for the user to hear.  Visiting the Tippit Library is a fun privilege.  Students who do not practice library etiquette will be asked to return to class or recess. 

CHECK OUT POLICY

Students may check out two books for a two-week period, which may be renewed for an additional two weeks.  An additional two books may be checked out if needed to complete a class assignment.  Encyclopedia volumes (World Book 2001) may be checked out overnight and are due by 8:30 a.m. the following school day.

Interlibrary loan is available from the Georgetown Public Library and GISD libraries.  This allows us to increase our collection without finding the necessary shelf space, while also providing additional resources to enhance the curriculum and satisfy student interests.  However, students who wish to check out books only available at the 9th grade campus or high school library will need a signed permission slip from parent/guardian.

LIBRARY FINES

Overdue notices will be distributed to language arts teachers and students on a regular basis.  A late fee of .10 per day may be charged, with a ten-day grace period.  No fee will be due for books returned within this period.  However, books returned after the grace period may be assessed fines beginning with the first date overdue.  In addition, a replacement fee will be charged for lost or damaged books.  Students are expected to be responsible library citizens.  Failure to return books in a timely manner may result in loss of library privileges and other consequences.

COMPUTERS

The library computers are for academic and instructional use during the school day.  Students may search databases and the Internet for classroom assignments, and access the library catalog.  Before school and during recess, students may also access their gaggle.net (school e-mail) account.  The Internet is to be utilized as an instructional tool--no random surfing, chat rooms, unapproved games, or music streaming allowed.  All computers are monitored by Technology for appropriate activity.

LIBRARY PRINTER

Students are welcome to use the library's black ink laser jet printer for assignments.  Color printing is handled by Technology.

QUESTIONS?  Just ask Mrs. Walker for assistance!  Come on in, relax, and read!