MVHS Library
Policies
2020-2021
Philosophy:
A library is a place of possibilities. The MVHS Library believes that anyone should be able to walk into a library and have the knowledge of the world at their disposal. As Isaac Asimov once said, " . . . it isn't just a library. It is a spaceship that will take you to the farthest reaches of the universe, a time machine that will take you to the far past and the far future, a teacher that knows more than any human being, a friend that will amuse you and console you—and most of all, a gateway, to a better and happier and more useful life" (Letters of Note).
The MVHS Library seeks to instill in our students qualities and skills that will aid them throughout their lives. The library should be the center of the school. It should support and expand the classroom. It should provide access to knowledge that cannot be gained in the classroom and it should inspire students to want to access that knowledge. The library should open doors and create possibilities. Our goal is for students to walk out of the library feeling like they can accomplish anything!
A library is a place of possibilities. The MVHS Library believes that anyone should be able to walk into a library and have the knowledge of the world at their disposal. As Isaac Asimov once said, " . . . it isn't just a library. It is a spaceship that will take you to the farthest reaches of the universe, a time machine that will take you to the far past and the far future, a teacher that knows more than any human being, a friend that will amuse you and console you—and most of all, a gateway, to a better and happier and more useful life" (Letters of Note).
The MVHS Library seeks to instill in our students qualities and skills that will aid them throughout their lives. The library should be the center of the school. It should support and expand the classroom. It should provide access to knowledge that cannot be gained in the classroom and it should inspire students to want to access that knowledge. The library should open doors and create possibilities. Our goal is for students to walk out of the library feeling like they can accomplish anything!
Goals:
- Provide curriculum support to classrooms
- Assist in the access of information of all kinds
- Promote lifelong learning and reading
- Ensure students are information literate
- Uphold patrons' First Amendment right to Intellectual Freedom
- Maintain a diverse and current collection
Media Center Hours:
7:15 am - 3:00 pm
*Students who wish to use the library for school use past the scheduled times may request extended hours with Miss Hopkins. Please provide at least 24 hour notice.*
Appropriate Behavior During...
Class Time: Quiet study. Must be working. No phones. No food or drink.
Intervention Time: Quiet study. Those in intervention must be working. No phones. No food or drink.
Lunch Time: Appropriate speaking levels. Socializing is encouraged! No food or drink.
7:15 am - 3:00 pm
*Students who wish to use the library for school use past the scheduled times may request extended hours with Miss Hopkins. Please provide at least 24 hour notice.*
Appropriate Behavior During...
Class Time: Quiet study. Must be working. No phones. No food or drink.
Intervention Time: Quiet study. Those in intervention must be working. No phones. No food or drink.
Lunch Time: Appropriate speaking levels. Socializing is encouraged! No food or drink.
Check Out Policy:
Fiction: 2 weeks
Nonfiction: 2 weeks
Graphic Novel: 2 weeks
Play: 2 weeks
*Items may be renewed unless there is a hold for the item.
*Students may check out up to 2 items at a time.
Fines:
Fiction: 2 weeks
Nonfiction: 2 weeks
Graphic Novel: 2 weeks
Play: 2 weeks
*Items may be renewed unless there is a hold for the item.
*Students may check out up to 2 items at a time.
Fines:
- No Overdue Fines
- Students will be charged the replacement cost if item is not returned.
- Students with overdue items cannot check out additional items until overdue item is returned.
- Students will be responsible for the cost of any lost or damaged books
Computer Policy:
The MVHS Library Media Center has 40 computers for student use. District and school network policies apply. Students may use the computers before school, during Lunch, and after school. Students using the computers during class time must have a release period, a note from their teacher, or be accompanied by their teacher. Priority is given to teachers who have scheduled the computer lab.
The MVHS Library Media Center has 40 computers for student use. District and school network policies apply. Students may use the computers before school, during Lunch, and after school. Students using the computers during class time must have a release period, a note from their teacher, or be accompanied by their teacher. Priority is given to teachers who have scheduled the computer lab.
- Students must use their Active Directory login. Under no circumstances should students share logins.
- Computers are for school or research use only.
- Games are not allowed.
- Printing: First 10 pages are free, any additional pages are $.05 per page. Any prints that are not directly related to school will be charged $.05 per page.
Collection Development and Selection Policy:
In accordance with Alpine School District's Policy N. 6161 on the Selection and Adoption of Instructional Materials, the MVHS Library shall select materials to "support the adopted courses of study" and "contribute to the development of the social, intellectual, and spiritual values of students."
Instructional material shall be understood to include all books (texts both fiction and nonfiction); magazines; all AV materials including audio, visual, and video formats or combination of formats; software; and any kits, models, games, etc.
Responsibility for Selection
The responsibility for selection lies with the Teacher Librarian, under the supervision of the principal. MVHS welcomes requests from patrons, including students, parents, and faculty, but the final decision of what best serves and contributes to the collection is at the discretion of the Teacher Librarian.
The Board of Education reserves the right to approve or disapprove the final recommendation of materials.
Textbook purchases are at the discretion of the departments and administration.
Selection Criteria
The following criteria shall be used in the selection of instructional materials:
Educational significance:
Need and value to the collection:
Reputation and standing of author or producer:
Clarity, adequacy, and scope of text or audiovisual material:
Validity, accuracy, objectivity, up-to-dateness, and appropriateness of text or audiovisual material:
Organization and presentation of contents:
Readability and/or comprehensibility:
Potential user appeal:
Artistic quality and/or literary style:
Quality of format:
Value commensurate with cost and/or need:
In accordance with Alpine School District's Policy N. 6161 on the Selection and Adoption of Instructional Materials, the MVHS Library shall select materials to "support the adopted courses of study" and "contribute to the development of the social, intellectual, and spiritual values of students."
Instructional material shall be understood to include all books (texts both fiction and nonfiction); magazines; all AV materials including audio, visual, and video formats or combination of formats; software; and any kits, models, games, etc.
Responsibility for Selection
The responsibility for selection lies with the Teacher Librarian, under the supervision of the principal. MVHS welcomes requests from patrons, including students, parents, and faculty, but the final decision of what best serves and contributes to the collection is at the discretion of the Teacher Librarian.
The Board of Education reserves the right to approve or disapprove the final recommendation of materials.
Textbook purchases are at the discretion of the departments and administration.
Selection Criteria
The following criteria shall be used in the selection of instructional materials:
Educational significance:
- Does it enrich the school's curriculum?
- If the material is controversial, will it help students develop critical thinking, questioning, speaking, and writing skills? Does it provide an opportunity to develop resilience, unity, or compassion?
Need and value to the collection:
- Does the material contribute a point of view that is not available in the current selection?
- Is there a demand from patrons?
- Does it contribute to the school culture?
- Is it part of a series?
Reputation and standing of author or producer:
- Are the creators of the material respected in their field?
Clarity, adequacy, and scope of text or audiovisual material:
- Is the information presented in the material clear and comprehensive?
- Does the length of the material present adequate information without detracting the interest of the patron?
Validity, accuracy, objectivity, up-to-dateness, and appropriateness of text or audiovisual material:
- Does the material present current information or address current issues?
- Is the information appropriate to the audience?
- Does the material stimulate growth toward information literacy?
- Does the material present a point of view accurately?
Organization and presentation of contents:
- Is the information organized in a way that is understandable and interesting to patrons?
Readability and/or comprehensibility:
- Does the material meet the reading levels of the students?
- Does it support reading development?
Potential user appeal:
- Is the material attractive and appealing to patrons?
Artistic quality and/or literary style:
- Is the material well-reviewed by authoritative sources?
- Is the material respected as a classic in its genre?
Quality of format:
- Is the material well-made, durable, and functional?
Value commensurate with cost and/or need:
- Does the need outweigh the cost of the material?
Guidelines for Controversial Issues
The School Library Bill of Rights shall serve as a guide in controversial issues. Censorship shall be challenged in order to maintain the school's responsibility to provide a wide range of information and enlightenment to students of Alpine School District.
Guidelines Regarding Objections to the Media Collection
The School Library Bill of Rights shall serve as a guide in controversial issues. Censorship shall be challenged in order to maintain the school's responsibility to provide a wide range of information and enlightenment to students of Alpine School District.
Guidelines Regarding Objections to the Media Collection
- Please contact Miss Hopkins, Teacher Librarian, for the steps to complete a formal complaint.
- Formal complaints will follow Alpine School District guidelines which can be found on their website.
