Media Center

  • The media program offers 21st century instruction and technology, as well as the latest print and electronic collections for all of our students, parents, and teachers. Our Media Center programs increase students' reading skills while fostering a love for reading, which is a fundamental part of academic growth and improvement. Our media programs enhance information literacy, motivating students to enjoy reading, and to make it an essential part of their lives.
  • Mrs. Alina Orenstein, School Library Media Specialist
    Ms. Dawn Bahr, School Library Media Clerk

    Questions? Send us an e-mail

    Library Information

    FAQs

    When can I visit the library?

    • The library is open every school day from 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

    How do I sign in?

    • Before school and during lunch, we scan your Park Vista ID. During school hours, you must bring in a signed pass from your teacher, fill out the Google Form on our designated computer in front of the circulation desk, and leave your pass on the circulation desk.

    I lost my ID. How do I get a replacement?

    • Replacement IDs are $5 and you can get it in the media center.

    I forgot my computer password, how can get it reset?

    • Any teacher can reset your computer password. Or you can stop by and see us in the media center!

    Can I access my personal email at school?

    • No. Please use your school accounts for school work!

    ...but I have homework on my phone. How can I print it out?

    • There is ALWAYS a solution! Just ask! Here are some common examples: Get the free Google Drive app and upload your homework to your school Google Drive account. That way, you can print it from a school computer. If your work is on Google Doc and you used your personal account, share it to your school account. 

    How many books can I check out?

    • As many as you want! We say the limit is 10, but we want you reading! Check out what you need, just remember to bring them back :) Keep in mind, we do charge a replacement cost for lost or damaged books.

    I'm looking for a particular book. How can I see if you have it?

    • Check out our online catalog- Destiny. It is a tile on your district portal.

    Do you have eBooks/audiobooks?

    • We have lots of popular YA fiction available as eBook on MackinVIA. Search for the MackinVIA tile on the district portal.

    How many pages can I print?

    • We ask is that you PRINT RESPONSIBLY! You are allowed up to 10 pages for free, after that charge 10 cents/page. Ask Ms. Orenstein or Ms. Bahr about color printing, printer location(s), or project supplies. HOWEVER due to COVID all printing is currently restricted.

    My schedule changed and I no longer have a 5th, 6th or 7th period. When can I get a new ID?

    • Stop by the media center with your old ID and new schedule and we'll print a new one. Lost your old ID? Bring in $5.