X. Library Procedures and Services

Central Valley Academy has an outstanding 9 –12 Library. It opens at 7:30 A.M. and remains open until 3:30 P.M., Monday – Friday. Students may select books using the on-line catalog, borrow and return books, as well as use on-line databases and internet resources. Students are encouraged to use the Library before school, during Study Hall, during their lunch period, and after school. Library passes are required during the school day and library passes are issued by library staff ONLY.

The role of the library staff is to help students improve their research strategies, enable them to become independent learners, and to simply help in finding a good book.

Circulation

Books may be borrowed for up to four weeks. Books may be renewed upon request. All material should be returned on time. Overdue notices are sent to 1st period teachers to remind students of overdue materials. Failure to return materials may result in the loss of library privileges. If library materials are lost or damaged, students will be expected to pay for them so that they can be replaced.

Online and Network Resources

Student use of the network is determined by the terms established in our district’s Acceptable Use of Technology Agreement signed by all students and their parent/guardian. Students may access the library’s web page to find information to help them with their research projects. All database and digital resources are accessible to students from school computers, home or hand-held devices.

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