2016-2017 Carrie Downie Library and Technology Exploratory Handbook
Mrs. Rebecca Fisher
302-323-2926
rebecca.fisher@colonial.k12.de.us
Twitter: @libraryfisher
Welcome to the Carrie Downie library and technology classes! My name is Rebecca Fisher, and I have been the librarian at Carrie Downie for 18 years. Before coming to Carrie Downie, I was a children’s librarian in the New Castle County Library system for 9 years. I have a Master’s degree in Library Science and am a certified School Library Media Specialist. I love kids and I love books, especially books written for kids!
Philosophy of the Carrie Downie Library
The school library and technology program is an essential part of your child’s education. Knowing how to use technology and library resources empowers students to be in charge of their own learning while building community and citizenship. We believe that understanding how to find and use the information they need helps children develop into thoughtful members of their community and country. We are committed to using technological tools to help students interact with peers and participate fully in their own learning.
Our Library Goal
Carrie Downie students will develop skills and strategies to use technology to access and share information and ideas. They will explore reference sources, examine how knowledge can be organized, and use technology responsibly. The goal of the Technology exploratory class is also to give the students skills they can apply in their homeroom classes. Students will also select books for checkout each week during their Library/Technology Exploratory.
Circulation Policy
Self-selected reading is essential for developing reading skills and fostering lifelong learning. Students in Grades K-1 will be able to check out a new book each week. Students in Grades 2-5 may check out up to two books each week, as long as they show responsibility in returning books in good condition.
Library books are checked out for one week. Books may be renewed at the discretion of the librarian. Your book is due back every week at your class’s scheduled library visit:
Monday Thursday Friday
8:50-9:35 Corey, 104 Marsh, 103 Larson, 102
9:40-10:25 Bossert, 304 Bonavita, 303 Burke, 302
10:30-11:15 McLean, 504 Holt, 502 Kise, 501
12:50-1:35 Papi, 507 Lacombe, 506 Cousins, 505
1:35-2:20 Higgins, 208 Cebenka, 206 McMullen, 205
2:25-3:10 Bennett, 204 Batten, 203 Trotter, 202
Please help your child remember their book on library day!
Students who return their books on time each week will be recognized at the end of every marking period and at the end of the school year.
If a student does not return his/her book, he/she will not be able to check out a new one. Reminders are sent home after the book is one week overdue. Three reminders will be sent home with the student. When the book is more than four weeks overdue, a letter will be mailed home informing the family of the replacement cost of the book, and the obligation will be noted on the next report card. If the book is unavailable for re-purchase, a flat rate of $15.00 will be charged for fiction, $17.00 for nonfiction, and $5.00 for paperbacks. A copy of the book will not be accepted as payment.
If a book is returned damaged beyond repair, a letter will be mailed home informing the family of the replacement cost of the book, and the obligation will be noted on the next report card.
Discipline Policy
Students are introduced to library rules and behavior expectations at the beginning of the year, with reminders throughout the year. Our library is a classroom, so the classroom guidelines apply at all times in library:
Be Careful:
Enter and exit in an ABC manner.
Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself.
Be Caring:
Respect others and their space.
Help others when needed.
Report any problems to an adult.
Be Courteous:
Use ABC manners.
Listen and respond promptly to adult directions.
Raise your hand and wait to be called upon before you speak.
Students who are not following these guidelines will first be given a warning, then a time-out in the library. If they continue the behavior, they may lose a privilege such as book checkout or recess, and the homeroom teacher will be informed of the student’s choice of behavior. They may also receive a time-out outside of the library. If the behavior persists, the librarian may contact a parent or guardian, and/or refer the student to an administrator.
Grading Policy
Students do receive a grade in Library/Technology each marking period. Their grade is based on level of participation during class, evidence of responsibility and citizenship, and demonstration of understanding of the material presented.
Students are expected to complete class assignments, to read and return their library books on time and in good condition, to ask questions as needed, and to participate to the best of their ability in library and technology activities. Learning.com EasyTech lessons will be the foundation of our technology curriculum this year. Selecting a new book to check out is also considered part of the student’s classwork.
Students in grades 3-5 may be expected to complete some learning.com lessons on their own time.
All students are expected to work diligently on their classwork. Library classwork is aligned with the Common Core State Standards.
302-323-2926
rebecca.fisher@colonial.k12.de.us
Twitter: @libraryfisher
Welcome to the Carrie Downie library and technology classes! My name is Rebecca Fisher, and I have been the librarian at Carrie Downie for 18 years. Before coming to Carrie Downie, I was a children’s librarian in the New Castle County Library system for 9 years. I have a Master’s degree in Library Science and am a certified School Library Media Specialist. I love kids and I love books, especially books written for kids!
Philosophy of the Carrie Downie Library
The school library and technology program is an essential part of your child’s education. Knowing how to use technology and library resources empowers students to be in charge of their own learning while building community and citizenship. We believe that understanding how to find and use the information they need helps children develop into thoughtful members of their community and country. We are committed to using technological tools to help students interact with peers and participate fully in their own learning.
Our Library Goal
Carrie Downie students will develop skills and strategies to use technology to access and share information and ideas. They will explore reference sources, examine how knowledge can be organized, and use technology responsibly. The goal of the Technology exploratory class is also to give the students skills they can apply in their homeroom classes. Students will also select books for checkout each week during their Library/Technology Exploratory.
Circulation Policy
Self-selected reading is essential for developing reading skills and fostering lifelong learning. Students in Grades K-1 will be able to check out a new book each week. Students in Grades 2-5 may check out up to two books each week, as long as they show responsibility in returning books in good condition.
Library books are checked out for one week. Books may be renewed at the discretion of the librarian. Your book is due back every week at your class’s scheduled library visit:
Monday Thursday Friday
8:50-9:35 Corey, 104 Marsh, 103 Larson, 102
9:40-10:25 Bossert, 304 Bonavita, 303 Burke, 302
10:30-11:15 McLean, 504 Holt, 502 Kise, 501
12:50-1:35 Papi, 507 Lacombe, 506 Cousins, 505
1:35-2:20 Higgins, 208 Cebenka, 206 McMullen, 205
2:25-3:10 Bennett, 204 Batten, 203 Trotter, 202
Please help your child remember their book on library day!
Students who return their books on time each week will be recognized at the end of every marking period and at the end of the school year.
If a student does not return his/her book, he/she will not be able to check out a new one. Reminders are sent home after the book is one week overdue. Three reminders will be sent home with the student. When the book is more than four weeks overdue, a letter will be mailed home informing the family of the replacement cost of the book, and the obligation will be noted on the next report card. If the book is unavailable for re-purchase, a flat rate of $15.00 will be charged for fiction, $17.00 for nonfiction, and $5.00 for paperbacks. A copy of the book will not be accepted as payment.
If a book is returned damaged beyond repair, a letter will be mailed home informing the family of the replacement cost of the book, and the obligation will be noted on the next report card.
Discipline Policy
Students are introduced to library rules and behavior expectations at the beginning of the year, with reminders throughout the year. Our library is a classroom, so the classroom guidelines apply at all times in library:
Be Careful:
Enter and exit in an ABC manner.
Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself.
Be Caring:
Respect others and their space.
Help others when needed.
Report any problems to an adult.
Be Courteous:
Use ABC manners.
Listen and respond promptly to adult directions.
Raise your hand and wait to be called upon before you speak.
Students who are not following these guidelines will first be given a warning, then a time-out in the library. If they continue the behavior, they may lose a privilege such as book checkout or recess, and the homeroom teacher will be informed of the student’s choice of behavior. They may also receive a time-out outside of the library. If the behavior persists, the librarian may contact a parent or guardian, and/or refer the student to an administrator.
Grading Policy
Students do receive a grade in Library/Technology each marking period. Their grade is based on level of participation during class, evidence of responsibility and citizenship, and demonstration of understanding of the material presented.
Students are expected to complete class assignments, to read and return their library books on time and in good condition, to ask questions as needed, and to participate to the best of their ability in library and technology activities. Learning.com EasyTech lessons will be the foundation of our technology curriculum this year. Selecting a new book to check out is also considered part of the student’s classwork.
Students in grades 3-5 may be expected to complete some learning.com lessons on their own time.
All students are expected to work diligently on their classwork. Library classwork is aligned with the Common Core State Standards.
