General Information

 
Media Center Information

The Academy I Middle School Media Center houses the library and computer lab. It is open Monday - Thursday from 8:10am to 3:55pm.  On Friday it is open from 8:10am to 2:55pm.  The library is staffed by Patricia Espejo.  The computer lab is staffed by Richard Wisniewski.  The library has over 5,000 books in inventory.  There are 2 Compaq computers for student use.  The computer lab has 4 computer work stations with 6 Compaq computers at each station.  There is also a Desktop Publishing station with 3 Compaq computers, a color laser printer, and a large format plotter printer. All computers are used by students and teachers for word processing, research, and Internet searching. 

 Policies and Procedures

Books may be checked out for two weeks
Two books may be checked out at a time
Lost or damaged books must be replaced or paid for before you may check out books again
Food, gum, and drinks are not allowed in the Media Center.
You  may come to the Media Center before school, at lunchtime,  or after school for educational reasons, such as reading, studying, research, doing homework, or using the computers. 
If you wish to use the Media Center during lunchtime, a pass is needed.
Non-Fiction Books:  This is the largest section of the library.  They are arranged in order according to the Dewey Decimal System. These books can be borrowed for up to two weeks. Fiction Books:  This section includes books that students are interested in  reading outside the classroom.  There are also books that students can use for reports and projects. These books can be borrowed for up to two weeks.
Reference Section:  This sections contains encyclopedias, dictionaries, almanacs, atlases, and other fact books and materials students may use for research.  These books may not be removed from the library. Magazines:  We receive monthly magazines for the enjoyment of both students and staff.  Some titles include:  Sports Illustrated for Kids, Zoo Books, National Geographic, BMX, Road and Track, Teen People, and Jump among others.  These cannot be borrowed.

 
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