Library Policies

Scheduling
The John L. Zoph Library is open and available to the Junipero Serra community throughout the school day. We operate on a flexible schedule. Teachers can schedule their classes into the library in advance or they may send students to work in the library during class time with a pass.

The library is open to students before and after school, and during their lunch, recess and independent study period. The students can use the library to study, look for a book, work on a project with a group, access the computers for school related work and research, or just read and relax.

Circulation
Students can check out books and magazines for a period of four weeks. Videos and some class material can be checked out overnight. If a student has an overdue book, they will not be allowed to check out any other materials until the late book is returned.

Lost or Damaged Books
Students are responsible for the books and other items that they borrow. If an item is lost, the student will be charged the original cost of the book. Students will also be charged for damaged books.

Acceptable Use Policy for Computers and Electronic Information Resources
The computers and access to the Internet is to be used for school-related purposes. Please refer to the Student-Parent Handbook for the Acceptable Use Policy.

Reader Advisory Service
The Library Media Center staff assists students in defining their interests, and provides them with guidance in the selection and use of media in all formats. Student literacy is promoted through a quality collection, promotional activities, and special events.

Volunteers
Volunteer help contributes to the smooth running of the library and is much appreciated!  Volunteers help with filing, shelving, circulation, updating databases, etc.  New volunteers are always welcome.  Please contact the library staff if you would like to help us out.