STANDARD 3: ENVIRONMENT: Space, resources and routines
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The following best describes what is observed:
1. LIS always ensures that the library media center is inviting (warm and welcoming for all members of the school community). Observer Evaluation 2. LIS always ensures the library media center is well organized (resources are easy to locate and appropriately cataloged). FES Library Floor Plan 3. LIS always ensures that the library media center is well maintained (resources are kept up-to-date within budget constraints and in good repair), and designed to stimulate student interest in reading and research. Book Order, Fall 2015 Book Order 4. Use of space and materials always promotes learning; displays of student work are frequently changed. Doors, Boards, and Charts; Student Samples included on Lesson Plans page The Do-Nothing Frog taped performances will be posted on this site (Updated - A taped performance of The Do-Nothing Frog can be found HERE and HERE) 5. Most materials, resources and equipment are easily accessible to users. Materials Request Forms (Updated - see Standard 1, Level 3, Indicator 2) Teachers in the Library - The library is the place where teachers come to use computers to access and print information for their instructional needs. The door to the library is always open to receive patrons who need access to a computer or printer. Library computers and printer are managed by the librarian. Equipment Inventory - As the manager of equipment, equipment carts were assigned at the beginning of the school year, making certain teachers received all of their instructional technology. Each Blended Learning laptop cart was inspected to account for each Blended Learning device. Since the beginning of the school year, services have included: connecting student workstations to the Internet, connecting and downloading SmartBoard software to teacher workstations, placing work orders for teachers, downloading the Simplicity Cam software onto teacher laptops, replacing inoperable desktop computers, assisting with student login into Thrive, updating equipment inventory due to teacher room changes, and resolving technical issues within capability. How to Log into Student Devices EMAIL How to Log into Student Devices INSTRUCTIONS How to Submit a Work Order EMAIL How to Submit a Work Order INSTRUCTIONS 6. Routines, procedures and behavioral expectations are evident and consistent. Library Handbook, Rules and Procedures Lesson Plan (with PowerPoint) and Notes, Observer Evaluation
7. LIS has established, and made known to users, circulation procedures. Library Book Permission Slip |
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For Level 4, all evidence at Level 3 is present, as well as one or more of the following:
1. LIS continuously enhances the library media center environment by collaborating with administrators, teachers and others to seek additional resources that will support improving students' literacy achievement (this may include, but is not limited to district, local and state grants and other fiscal and human capital). Literacy Mid-South, Teacher Book Recommendations, Book Fair Profit, Fall 2015 Book Order, Spring 2016 Book Fair 2. LIS consistently ensures that the library media center resources are available for all, regardless of ability, and at all appropriate times with flexibility and creativity within and beyond the school day, including extended hours and parent and community involvement programs. Library Support Schedule, Book Fair Parent Letter, Read for the Record 2015 Guest Readers, Open Library Sign-In Page 1, Open Library Sign-In Page 2, Library Helpers Sign-In 3. Routines, procedures and behavioral expectations are evident and consistent to the extent of creating a culture of accountability and responsibility for the LIS, students and staff. see Level 3 Indicator 6
4. Circulation procedures have been established to maximize use of library resources. see Level 3 Indicator 7 |
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For Level 5, all evidence at Level 3 is present, as well as all of the following:
1. LIS continuously enhances the library media center environment by collaborating with administrators, teachers and others to seek additional resources that will support improving students' literacy achievement (this may include, but is not limited to district, local and state grants and other fiscal and human capital). see Level 4 Indicator 1 2. LIS consistently ensures that the library media center resources are available for all, regardless of ability, and at all appropriate times with flexibility and creativity within and beyond the school day, including extended hours and parent and community involvement programs. see Level 4 Indicator 2 3. Routines, procedures and behavioral expectations are evident and consistent to the extent of creating a culture of accountability and responsibility for the LIS, students and staff. see Level 3 Indicator 6
4. Circulation procedures have been established to maximize use of library resources. see Level 3 Indicator 7 |