The Library is central to the learning process. Every student, every teacher is drawn there weekly - to visit, to peruse the stacks, to browse through a novel, to research an idea, to confirm a hypothesis. Come see what knowledge and grand ideas lie within the cover of a great book.
"Inside the quietness ... of a quiet library lurks the world's most influential minds." ~Salvador SeBasco
Mission Statement
The mission of the Saint Anne Catholic School Library is to ensure that students and staff are effective users of ideas and information. This mission is accomplished:
by providing intellectual and physical access to materials in all formats;
by providing instruction to foster competence and stimulate interest in reading, viewing, and using information and ideas; and
by working with other educators to design learning strategies to meet the needs of individual students. St. Anne School Library
Philosophy
The St. Anne Catholic School Library provides materials to promote the love of reading and to support the curriculum of our school. We provide resources for students, faculty, and parents in the form of print, non-print, and electronic resources. Students find materials to complete assignments, explore ideas, and find a wide variety of recreational reading on many topics, so that our students will become independent library users, informed users of information and life-long learners.
Our Library Program
The library operates on a flexible schedule. All classes, not just reading classes, utilize the library. Students may come at any time to check out a book, research information, or read independently. Teachers work collaboratively with the librarian to schedule research projects and literature appreciation lessons. Pre-kindergarten through 5th grade have weekly scheduled visits.
Sixth grade through 8th grade come on an “as needed” basis.
Circulation Policy
Kindergarten through 2nd grade students check out one book at a time for a one week period.
Third grade through 8th grade students may check out two books at a time for a two week period. Students may have their limit extended for a project or an assignment. Books may be renewed up to two additional times. The student must bring the book to the library in order to renew the book.
Damaged and Lost Book Policy
Accidents happen! If a book accidentally becomes damaged, we ask that the student report the damage so we might try to repair the book. If a book page accidentally rips, please do not attempt to repair the book at home. We use special book tapes and glue, which resist heat and won't discolor.
If a book becomes lost or damaged beyond use, we ask that the student pays the cost of the book so we can replace that book in our collection.
