LIBRARY STAFF

Miss Carey - Librarian

The administrators and faculty support Intellectual Freedom.

The Larrabee Library was named after Mrs. Herbert M. Larrabee. Mrs. Larrabee served on the School Committee for many years and was named chairperson from 1924-46.

• Student needs to show their student ID card to take any material out of the library.

• Students may take any number of books needed, provided the student has no outstanding late book obligations. (There may be a limit of books per subject when the subject matter teacher assigns special projects.)

• Two weeks are allowed for borrowed books prior to any fines being levied.

• Book renewal is possible when the book is present.

HOURS

MONDAY 7:30 - 2:10

TUESDAY CLOSED

WEDNESDAY CLOSED

THURSDAY 7:00 - 2:10

FRIDAY 7:00 - 2:10

USING THE LIBRARY

• During regular school hours, students must have a student planner signed by a teacher for a legitimate reason to use the library.

• Upon entering the library the student must present his/her planner to the librarian and record his/her name in the attendance log. After school students do not need a pass.

• No student may leave the library before the conclusion of a class period without his/her planner signed by a teacher or the librarian.

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the library/media center is to prepare the students to become citizens of tomorrow with the ability to use modern technology to access information and integrate the data to meet their academic, work and personal needs. The library/media center is keying its acquisitions to the school's curriculum interest and teachers professional development.

COMPUTERS, HARDWARE AND PHOTOCOPIER

• Computers, photocopiers and other library hardware are be be used properly and with care.

• If a student is not sure how to operate hardware, the student should consult the librarian or aide.

• The library computers are for school projects or activities only.

• Changing the settings on computers will result in disciplinary action. Students who use computers must record their names, the nature of the schoolwork, date, and time on the computer log sheet.

OBJECTIVES OF THE SCHOOL MEDIA CENTER PROGRAM

• To provide physical access to information through carefully selected and organized collections of learning materials based on the curriculum.

• To provide learning experiences that encourage

INTERNET USE

Students who need to use the Internet must check with the librarian concerning the Internet Acceptable Use Policy.

Click here for the Tewksbury School District Acceptable Use Policy