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Library

 
libraryThe St. Louise School Library, led by our librarian Mrs. DeAun Green, MLS, is dedicated to creating a welcoming and dynamic environment where students can develop a lifelong love for reading and learning. The library program emphasizes the importance of literacy, critical thinking, and digital fluency, equipping students with essential skills to navigate a rapidly evolving information landscape. Through a diverse collection of resources, engaging programs, and a commitment to fostering curiosity, the library supports students in becoming independent who appreciate the value of literature and knowledge.
 
Library Overview:
  • Provides a broad collection of fiction, non-fiction, and digital resources for all grade levels.
  • Offers weekly library visits for each class, including story time, book checkouts, and skill development sessions.
  • Hosts reading programs, "Book Battles", occasional book fairs, and author visits to foster a reading culture.
  • Offers makerspace opportunities for students to hone their interpersonal and critical thinking skills in a team setting, also providing a tactile learning experience for students.
  • Open after school 2 days per week for book checkouts.
 
Curriculum Overview:
  • Literacy Development: Engages students with story time, book discussions, and reading challenges tailored to each grade level.
  • Research Skills: Teaches students to locate, evaluate, and use information from diverse sources including online research tools such as the Gale Database.
 
Philosophy & Mission:
  • Aims to foster a lifelong love of reading and a passion for learning in a nurturing environment.
  • Supports the academic curriculum by providing resources that enhance classroom learning.
  • Encourages independent reading and critical thinking, helping students to become effective and ethical information users.
 
Essential Learnings:
  • Literature Appreciation: Students explore various genres and authors, broadening their literary horizons.
  • Information Literacy: Focus on developing skills to search, evaluate, and use information effectively for research and personal inquiry.
  • Critical Thinking: Encourages students to analyze information, question sources, and make informed decisions.
 
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