Our Services Include:

Help with Research

• Finding credible sources
• Using databases
• Note taking and paraphrasing

Citations

• Learning about APA, Chicago, and MLA
• How to create citations and embeds
• When to use citations

Resolving Technology Issues

• Wi-Fi
• Printing

Checking Books Out

• Ask Ms. Baird for suggestions
• Explore our new purchases
• Suggest a possible new resource for our library

We Offer:

The Room of Reflection

This space is very flexible and may be used in a number of ways:

• As a quiet space to pray, reflect and find peace and calm in our busy days
• This will take precedence over other activities
• As a conference space for student teacher conversations one-on-one or in small groups
• As a collaborative space to brainstorm, study, practice with your peers on spare for tests, assignments and projects
• As a maker space to work on learning new ideas - i.e., Cricut projects, button making, poster design, the possibilities are endless...
• As a meeting space for staff

A Safe, Respectful Space to Work/Study

• Students may use the main library while on spare, or with teacher permission during classes
• Students on spare must sign in
• Students sent from class must have their teacher call the library first to ensure there is room. Maximum 3 students per class
• Food and drink are permitted at the tables, not the computers; please be respectful of the space and clean up after eating
• Work and speak quietly while using the library. Refrain from speaking on your cell phones or watching videos on speaker.
• Remove your hoods upon entering the library

Computers

The library offers 23 networked computers for student use on a first-come, first-serve basis. 

• Students in a scheduled library class have priority access to computers.
• Students outside a scheduled class must obtain permission to use a computer if one is available.
• Computer use is for school-related work only (no games, video viewing, chat lines, personal email)

Photocopier/Printer

A photocopier is available for student use at 2 cents per side for black and white.

Please note: The photocopier is connected to the $2.00 credit on your account that you begin with for the school year.

This device is also a virtual printer which you may access via your phone/laptop if you are connected to the school Wi-Fi (YRDSB-S).

Students may refill their account by asking library staff for assistance.

Borrowing Materials

You must present your student card or know your student number to borrow and renew materials. You can have a maximum of 3 items on loan at a time. Lost or seriously damaged items must be paid for; the full replacement cost will be charged. Please inform library staff if you would like the item for longer when checking it out.

Loan Period

Books - 3 Weeks               Reference Books - 3 Days             Movies & TV Shows - 3 Days

Renewals

Loaned materials may be renewed, provided that any outstanding overdue fines are paid and no other student has requested the item. You may renew an item with your card or student number even if the item is not present.