Our Library Media Center
Oldham County School District supports flexible scheduling in all of the library media centers. This model serves students and teachers on a point of need basis. It enhances collaboration opportunities between the media specialist and classroom teacher and results in a more intentional use of the services.
Checkout Procedures
Buckner Bears are encourages to visit the library when they are ready to check out books. They come and go on a flexible schedule and do not have a set "library time."
Students in Kindergarten, 1st grade, 2nd grade, and 3rd grade are allowed to check out two books. 4th grade students may check out three books, and 5th grade students may check out 4 books at a time. The 4th and 5th grade students have a generous checkout limit in order to accommodate the reading they do that is required, and the reading they do for pleasure. All of our students usually come in small groups or individually throughout the day. Teachers will occasionally bring the entire class on a particular day in addition to that.
Students in Kindergarten, 1st grade, 2nd grade, and 3rd grade are allowed to check out two books. 4th grade students may check out three books, and 5th grade students may check out 4 books at a time. The 4th and 5th grade students have a generous checkout limit in order to accommodate the reading they do that is required, and the reading they do for pleasure. All of our students usually come in small groups or individually throughout the day. Teachers will occasionally bring the entire class on a particular day in addition to that.
Book Return and Fines
All students have two weeks to read their books. Students should return the books to school as soon as they have finished, so that the books become available to other patrons. Students in grades 2-5 may need more time to finish a book, so books may be renewed if needed.
Overdue notices are printed every Friday and given to the classrooms teachers to distribute to students. There are no fines for late books.
If your child loses a book, or has misplaced it for a length of time, payment is expected so that we can replace the book. In the event that your child finds the book and it is returned in good condition within the same school year that it was lost, your funds are returned to you.
Books that are damaged due to improper care most often need to be replaced. Most instances of damage are due to leaky water bottles. Even though water dries clear, it cause pages to swell and eventually mildew. Sometimes books are damaged by household pets, or younger siblings, and sadly some books are damaged deliberately. Some students pick at weak spines and tear them down, others peel off labels. Sometimes children sit on them, step on them, carry them improperly and drop them causing damage to corners and spines. Whatever the nature of the damage may be, payment is expected is most instances.
Book Care
It is important for children to learn respect for property and responsibility in terms of care and timelines. You can help your child by establishing routines in your home for school related items. Keeping library books on a particular book shelf is a good idea. Younger children also need to know that they are responsible for unpacking their back packs when they arrive at home, and again when they return to school.