Library Staff:
Librarian- Mrs. McHenry~
(570)925-6971
x2902
E-mail Kmchenry@bentonsd.org
It is our goal to welcome, support, and
encourage all students and staff in the endeavor of lifelong learning.
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About the Library
- The
Benton Elementary Library program offers students and staff the opportunity to use
and borrow a collection of materials for reading pleasure and
information. The Library/Media Curriculum, which is mandated by the
state, teaches information management skills including the proper use of
the Library.
- Each grade in the
elementary school is scheduled to visit the library once per six day cycle. This time incorporates a lesson and opportunity for book exchange. Outside of regular lessons students may come to the
library, with teacher permission, for Accelerated Reader, book exchange or research during one of the libraries open periods.
- The
rules of the library are simple and easy to follow. They are based on
two principles: (1) consideration for others and (2) necessary habits
for a lifetime of library use.
Borrowing Books:
- Students in grades kindergarten and first may borrow one library material at a time.
- Students in grades two through twelve may borrow up to three library materials at a time.
- Special arrangements for more, as needed, can be made with the librarian.
- Although
the elementary library does not have specific due dates, students
cannot get new materials out until the old materials are returned.
- Each
student should have a special and safe place in school and at home to
keep books when they are not being read. Please help to arrange this.
- Individual students are responsible for all materials borrowed under their name until they are returned to the library.
- Overdue reminders will be sent home once per quarter around report card time.
- Any materials lost or damaged must be paid for at a price based on the replacement cost before any new materials can be taken out.
- The
librarian will, if necessary, limit borrowing privileges for those
children who do not follow the rules or for those with lost or damaged
materials.
- When families move from the district, all
books must be returned. This is a responsibility which will be enforced
by contact with the new school district.
- Each child is
responsible for book selection, proper sign-out and checking books for
damages before taking them from the library.
Parents,
please read and discuss these rules with your children. Together, find
an appropriate and safe place for each child to keep library books. Help
your child to develop good library habits and a love for reading that
will develop into a lifetime appreciation of books. Family use of, and
respect for, reading materials will do more to help a child succeed than
anything else.