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Library Policies

 Monta Vista Library Policies and Information for Students   


Library Rules:

  • Students have open access to the library during brunch, lunch, and after school.
  • No use of cell phones is allowed in the library.
  • Food and drinks are not allowed in the library. Bottled water is OK.
  • In the main study area, tables are limited to 8 chairs each, one student per chair.
  • Students are expected to find a seat in order to stay in the library. Students who stand around or sit on the floor will be asked to find a seat or leave.

  For Unscheduled Students (Students with Free Periods):

  • Classes have priority in the library over students who have free periods. The library is closed to unscheduled students when classes are in session.
  • Students should see their Assistant Principal to obtain an “Off-Campus Pass.” Students must present the pass to library staff to be in the library during periods 2-6.
  • Quiet study time will be enforced for unscheduled during periods 1-7. The cafeteria is open for group study and ongoing conversation. Students who do not study quietly will be asked to leave. The library staff reserves the right to close the library if it is noisy. 

Use of the Library during Tutorial:

  • Use of the library during Tutorial is restricted to academic use of the Internet and computers, quiet study, or use of library resources. 
  • Group meetings during Tutorial should occur in classrooms.

Student Use of Materials:

  • Students need their ID card or ID number to check out books and videos from the library. Students must check out materials with a library staff member before taking them from the building.
  • Materials are checked out for a two-week period, but may be renewed for more time.
  • Students will be charged the cost of replacing any lost or damaged materials.
  • Reference materials must be used in the library and are not available for check out.
  • There is no specific limit on the number of books that a student is able to check out. However, please be reasonable about how many books you can handle at one time.

Student Use of Computers:

  • No games, forums, chats, or instant messaging is allowed on library computers.
  • Students receive 50 free copies per year, as tracked by our Print Monitor system. The status can be viewed from an icon on the lower right toolbar. The printer is named “Louie.” Students can add prints to their account by adding money in ASB.
  • Note that there are no floppy disk drives in the new computers. Use email, School Loop, or a USB drive to send documents between home and school.
  • Library staff monitor students computer use as much as possible, but students are ultimately bound to what they signed in the district’s Acceptable Use Policy. 

Library Staff: 

Jody Mitchell, School Library Specialist
Mary Ann Bouchard, Library Media Teacher
Trudy Gross, Assistant Principal