The Media Center “Books are the quietest and most constant kind of friends; they are the most accessible and wisest of counselor, and the most patient of teachers.” Charles W. Eliot

What is Media?

Media? Media (plural of Medium) 1. Something through or by which something is accomplished, conveyed or carried on. 2. A substance regarded as the means of transmission of a force or effect. 3. A vehicle (as a radio or television program or a newspaper) used to carry advertising.

Library Media Print – Books – Newspapers – Magazines Non-print – Videos/DVDs – Internet – TV and Radio broadcasts

How do we make the most of the Media Center?

Rules Candy, Gum, Drinks Talking Chairs Browsing, putting back books Misplaced books Not a hallway

Hours Before and After School – Open at 7:45 – Close at 3:15 Lunchtime – Depends on teacher use – Doors locked when 5 minutes of lunch remain.

Fire Drill Procedure The Library is not a pass through / hallway During a drill students will evacuate to the east (if possible) and leave the building through the nearest exit. Students are then to proceed to the east fields with their teacher. If it is during lunch, the are to exit the building and meet up with their last teacher (4 th or 5 th period teacher).

Check-out Procedures Circulation (Check-out Desk) ID cards 2 week check-out Overdue notices Fines, unpaid fines Total books allowed Periodicals Reference Books Photocopies Check-in

Library Catalog Three main ways to find a book: – Title – Author – Subject Keyword Series Destiny Quest

Media Center Organization Fiction Books (7) Nonfiction Books (5) Biographies (1) Periodicals (3) Reference Section (6) Catalog Computers Student Computers

CJH Media Center

Pioneer Database Log-In Information See Mr. Dart or Your Teacher

Your Media Center This facility is for use and benefit of the entire Centerville Jr. High community of students, faculty, and staff. Careful use of the materials and equipment is necessary to ensure the benefits for all of us. Care for it together – Enjoy it together. It belongs to all of us!