the media center “books are the quietest and most constant kind of friends; they are the most...
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The Media Center“Books are the quietest and most
constant kind of friends; they are the most accessible and wisest of
counselor, and the most patient of teachers.”
Charles W. Eliot
Media?Media (plural of Medium)1. Something through or by which something is accomplished, conveyed or carried on.
2. A substance regarded as the means of transmission of a force or effect.
3. A vehicle (as a radio or television program or a newspaper) used to carry advertising.
Library Media
• Print– Books– Newspapers– Magazines
• Non-print– Videos/DVDs– Internet– TV and Radio broadcasts
How do we make the most of the Media Center?
Rules
• Candy, Gum, Drinks• Talking• Chairs• Browsing, putting back books• Misplaced books• Not a hallway
Hours
• Before and After School– Open at 7:45– Close at 3:15
• Lunchtime– Depends on teacher use– Doors locked when 5 minutes of lunch remain.
Fire Drill Procedure
• The Library is not a pass through / hallway• During a drill students will evacuate to the
east (if possible) and leave the building through the nearest exit. Students are then to proceed to the east fields with their teacher. If it is during lunch, the are to exit the building and meet up with their last teacher (4th or 5th period teacher).
Check-out Procedures• Circulation (Check-out Desk)• ID cards• 2 week check-out• Overdue notices• Fines, unpaid fines• Total books allowed• Periodicals• Reference Books• Photocopies• Check-in
Library Catalog
• Three main ways to find a book:– Title– Author– Subject
• Keyword• Series• Destiny Quest
Media Center Organization
• Fiction Books (7)• Nonfiction Books (5)• Biographies (1)• Periodicals (3)• Reference Section (6)• Catalog Computers • Student Computers
CJH Media Center
Pioneer Database
2013-2014 Log-In Information
See Mr. Dart or Your Teacher
Your Media Center
This facility is for use and benefit of the entire Centerville Jr. High
community of students, faculty, and staff. Careful use of the materials and equipment is necessary to ensure the
benefits for all of us. Care for it together – Enjoy it
together. It belongs to all of us!