- East Elementary
- Library Procedures
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Questions 1) How many items may a student checkout? 2) How long can a student keep a book? 3) What happens if an item is lost or damaged? 4) When do students visit the library? Answers 1) Q How many items may a student checkout? A The following guidelines are set to provide consistency throughout the district for the number of books suggested to be checked out at a time:
- Kindergarten & 1st- 1 book
- 2nd through 5th - 2 books
2) Q How long can a student keep a book? A Students are generally allowed two weeks to keep a book, but if they are not finished a student can come to the library and ask for the item to be renewed.
3) Q What happens if an item is lost or damaged? A Students will have a reduction in the number of books they are allowed to check out until the item is either returned or payment is made.
- Damaged items will be assessed fees based on the amount of damage. In some cases, replacement might be necessary.
- Lost item charges are based on the replacement cost of a library bound copy of the item. In general you might expect to pay the following approximate charges for items: Paperback book ($10); Hardback book ($20); Reference Book ($25)
4) Q When do students visit the library? A The librarian will go to students this year due to COVID restrictions.