We believe that a library should have a policy of open access for all.  In light of that, Garrison Library operates under a flexible scheduling plan.

    Each reading class has a weekly scheduled time for whole class checkout. Teachers are expected to participate with their classes during checkout to help students make appropriate book choices.

    Teachers and students are also encouraged to visit the library whenever the need arises for reading materials, research, and computer use.

    Collaborative teaching is planned with the librarian as the need arises for classroom assignments and information literacy instruction.

    Students coming to the library apart from their whole class are expected to present a pass from the classroom teacher at the front counter when they enter.  The pass should indicate why the student is coming to the library and indicate any expectations for the visit, including a return time, if the student is limited in time.

Checkout Policy:

       Students are encouraged to limit their checkouts to two (2) at a time, but special needs can be accommodated; i.e., class assignments, family trip, long weekend, etc.

       Materials may be borrowed for two weeks and may be renewed unless there is a reserve on the item for another student

       Students with overdue materials may have checkout privileges restricted; i.e., only allowed to check out one book; must have teacher permission, etc. At times it may be necessary to have teacher's checkout books for student use in the classroom.

       Return all materials to the TURN-IN SLOT in the front of the counter.  DO NOT leave them on the counter or library tables.

       The student is responsible for all items checked out to him/her.  Books loaned to friends are STILL the responsibility of the person who checked the book out.  If a friend wants a book you have been reading, come to the library with them to have the checkout transferred to their name.

       Avoid having OVERDUE materials as a courtesy to other readers.

       Keeps books in a SAFE PLACE (clean, dry, handled carefully), younger siblings and pets don't always handle things carefully.  Dogs especially love the glue that holds books together.

       Damaged/lost materials should be paid for by the borrower, per district policy.

       Materials must be returned or paid for prior to the last week of school.  Students may not be eligible for special school sponsored activities if their records are not cleared.  Report cards will be held in the office for those with unsatisfied fines.