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Instruction
- I'd like support with teaching research and literacy skills to students.
- We invite teachers in all subject areas to partner with the library on inquiry/research projects, academic honesty, information ownership and assessment, and literacy/reading activities. Email or visit us to see how we can work with you!
- May I bring my class to the library for book browsing and/or checkout?
- Yes, you are welcome to bring your class in for browsing and checkout. Please contact us to schedule a time. Upon request, we can also visit your class with a tailored selection of books for checkout.
- What citation management system does the library offer?
- We offer NoodleTools, which is also accessible through Google Suite. Every FCPS staff or student may log in using their fcpsschools.net email. If you would like to schedule a NoodleTools lesson, please contact us.
- How do I send students for independent use of the library?
- We ask that students be given passes to the library so that we know that they have been given permission to leave their classroom and use the library.
Resources
- Temporary Equipment Checkout
- External DVD drives, Breakout EDU kits, RODE wireless microphones, DJI osmosis gimbal are available for temporary checkout. Stop by or email us for more information.
- Book & Video Approval
- FCPS regulations state that any book or film that is required reading or viewing must first be approved by local school committee. Please see Lisa Gunther for details on the approval process for videos and your department chair for book approvals. The DVDs in the library collection have been approved for use in the classroom.
- Professional Development Library
- The PD collection is located in the library. Some textbooks are available in ebook format. Save $$ on your university classes by checking out a textbook from an FCPS or FCPL library.
Space
- Is the library open for teachers to use during planning periods?
- Yes. There may be classes in progress or academy students waiting, but you are welcome to use the library.
- May I reserve the library after school for meetings?
- The library is reserved for students until 4:30 on late bus days (Wed & Thurs). You may contact Ms. O'Rourke in the activities office to inquire about using the library outside of those after school hours.