EASTANOLLEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLEASTANOLLEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Media Center Facility PlanLaurie Bryant

FRIT 7132 ~ Dr. Melissa AllenSpring, 2010

Media Center Facility PlanLaurie Bryant

FRIT 7132 ~ Dr. Melissa AllenSpring, 2010

Mission StatementMission StatementThe mission of the library at Eastanollee Elementary School is to provide resources to meet various academic needs as well as to promote enthusiasm and enjoyment of recreational reading. We are here to help support the classroom curriculum through literature, research, and collaboration. We encourage students to be life-long readers.

The mission of the library at Eastanollee Elementary School is to provide resources to meet various academic needs as well as to promote enthusiasm and enjoyment of recreational reading. We are here to help support the classroom curriculum through literature, research, and collaboration. We encourage students to be life-long readers.

EES Media CenterEES Media Center Employs one full-time certified media specialist

and one full-time media clerk Serves 550 students which includes PK-5 Serves 50+ faculty Operating hours are Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Employs one full-time certified media specialist and one full-time media clerk

Serves 550 students which includes PK-5 Serves 50+ faculty Operating hours are Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Where is the Media Center located?

Where is the Media Center located?

The Media Center is located in a central location in the school.

When you enter the school from the front door, the media center is directly in front of you.

This location provides excellent accessibility for students and teachers.

The Media Center is located in a central location in the school.

When you enter the school from the front door, the media center is directly in front of you.

This location provides excellent accessibility for students and teachers.

The Media Center measures 1368 sq. feet.

The Media Center measures 1368 sq. feet.

Howdy!Howdy!

As you enter the MC, you notice the table with a large lion and horse dressed in cowboy attire. The MS has a theme each year, and this year it is a Wild West theme. The MS collaborates with the gifted resource teacher and develops a unit based on the theme. This year, the gifted students are researching Wild West Heroes and events that occurred during this era.

As you enter the MC, you notice the table with a large lion and horse dressed in cowboy attire. The MS has a theme each year, and this year it is a Wild West theme. The MS collaborates with the gifted resource teacher and develops a unit based on the theme. This year, the gifted students are researching Wild West Heroes and events that occurred during this era.

Current Media Center Facility

Current Media Center Facility

Media Center Circulation Desk

Media Center Circulation Desk

The MC houses a book collection of 11,105 and an A/V collection of 1,000.

The average monthly circulation of books is around 6,000.

The media specialist and media clerk are in an office directly behind the desk. There are windows in order for the MS to view into the MC.

The MC houses a book collection of 11,105 and an A/V collection of 1,000.

The average monthly circulation of books is around 6,000.

The media specialist and media clerk are in an office directly behind the desk. There are windows in order for the MS to view into the MC.

Seating AreaSeating Area

Seating area consists of five circular tables.

This area is used for classes who come in for research and

mini-lessons.

Seating area consists of five circular tables.

This area is used for classes who come in for research and

mini-lessons.

The nonfiction sections surround the seating area.

The nonfiction sections surround the seating area.

Reference Sources AreaReference Sources Area

This is the reference source area. It is facing the seating area. This creates easy access for classes when they are using the reference sources for research.

This is the reference source area. It is facing the seating area. This creates easy access for classes when they are using the reference sources for research.

Reading AreaReading Area

This area is used by the MS to read to classes. Notice a projector screen on the floor in the photo on the left. The MS uses a digital imaging camera (on the table) and the screen during the reading of a book. The students sit on the rug facing the screen.

This area is used by the MS to read to classes. Notice a projector screen on the floor in the photo on the left. The MS uses a digital imaging camera (on the table) and the screen during the reading of a book. The students sit on the rug facing the screen.

Easy picture books begin on the bookshelves behind the reading area.

Easy picture books begin on the bookshelves behind the reading area.The bookshelves located

in the middle of the MC house the K-2 AR books.

The bookshelves located in the middle of the MC house the K-2 AR books.

Productivity LabProductivity Lab

This is the aisle to the productivity lab. On both sides of the aisle are nonfiction books.

This is the aisle to the productivity lab. On both sides of the aisle are nonfiction books.

Windows looking into the newsroom.

Windows looking into the newsroom.

Productivity LabProductivity Lab This is an open lab where

teachers can sign up for times to bring classes in for research. You can see the clipboard hanging by the door in the top photo where teachers sign up for instructional times.

Even with the blinds down, there is still light filtering in throughout the room.

The lab consists of 24 student computers, a Promethean Board at the front of the room, 2 printers, 2 blackboards, a ceiling mounted projector, and a TV.

Students are allowed to print what is needed for their research projects without fees.

This is an open lab where teachers can sign up for times to bring classes in for research. You can see the clipboard hanging by the door in the top photo where teachers sign up for instructional times.

Even with the blinds down, there is still light filtering in throughout the room.

The lab consists of 24 student computers, a Promethean Board at the front of the room, 2 printers, 2 blackboards, a ceiling mounted projector, and a TV.

Students are allowed to print what is needed for their research projects without fees.

The Computer Lab measures 400 sq. feet.

The Computer Lab measures 400 sq. feet.

A Look Into The NewsroomA Look Into The Newsroom

Another view of the circulation desk.

Another view of the circulation desk.

The newsroom houses equipment used for the morning broadcast. Fifth grade students are chosen to do the broadcast. The room also houses the A/V materials which are against the far back wall. There are two solid walls and two walls that are windows. This room is also used as a teacher break room. It has a table, microwave, and sink.

The newsroom houses equipment used for the morning broadcast. Fifth grade students are chosen to do the broadcast. The room also houses the A/V materials which are against the far back wall. There are two solid walls and two walls that are windows. This room is also used as a teacher break room. It has a table, microwave, and sink.

Periodicals are available for student and teacher checkout.

Periodicals are available for student and teacher checkout.

This room measures 196 sq. feetThis room measures 196 sq. feet

Mentor RoomMentor Room This room is used

primarily as a room for mentors to bring students to help them with reading.There are some games on the back wall that the mentors can use. The small table can seat 4 people.

The room is also used as a small storage room.

This room is used primarily as a room for mentors to bring students to help them with reading.There are some games on the back wall that the mentors can use. The small table can seat 4 people.

The room is also used as a small storage room.

Teacher Work AreaTeacher Work Area The door in the

background is an opening to the teacher workroom .

This room houses a laminator, die cut machine, and a copy machine.

The door in the background is an opening to the teacher workroom .

This room houses a laminator, die cut machine, and a copy machine.

This is the check in computer at the circulation desk.

This is the check in computer at the circulation desk.

Chapter BooksChapter Books

The bookshelves on the wall begin the chapter book section.

The table is for student use.

The bookshelves in the middle of the MC floor house the leveled AR books from K-2.

The bookshelves on the wall begin the chapter book section.

The table is for student use.

The bookshelves in the middle of the MC floor house the leveled AR books from K-2.

The chapter books are alphabetized by the author’s first 3 initials of his/her last name.

The chapter books are alphabetized by the author’s first 3 initials of his/her last name.

Computer WorkstationComputer Workstation There are two

student computer workstations inside the MC. There is a computer located on the other side, too.

There are two student computer workstations inside the MC. There is a computer located on the other side, too. PK-K readersPK-K readers

Facilities Plan SurveyFaculty Responses ~ Positive

Facilities Plan SurveyFaculty Responses ~ Positive

Teacher #1: The MS always makes the children feel proud of themselves, MS displays student work, MS recognizes students on the daily broadcasts

Teacher #2: No set schedule for students to visit the library, MS uses digital imaging camera for students, MS is eager to teach classes

Teacher #3: MS collaborates with teachers on book purchases, students love the broadcast, computer lab is a strong asset

Teacher #1: The MS always makes the children feel proud of themselves, MS displays student work, MS recognizes students on the daily broadcasts

Teacher #2: No set schedule for students to visit the library, MS uses digital imaging camera for students, MS is eager to teach classes

Teacher #3: MS collaborates with teachers on book purchases, students love the broadcast, computer lab is a strong asset

Facilities Plan SurveyFaculty Responses ~ Negative

Facilities Plan SurveyFaculty Responses ~ Negative

Teacher #1: MC needs a place for children to read, no privacy in the teacher break room to eat lunch away from students

Teacher #2: Net Books would be nice for student research, Kindles

Teacher #3: Students need somewhere to read for recreational reasons, students need to be checked on periodically while they are in the MC

Teacher #1: MC needs a place for children to read, no privacy in the teacher break room to eat lunch away from students

Teacher #2: Net Books would be nice for student research, Kindles

Teacher #3: Students need somewhere to read for recreational reasons, students need to be checked on periodically while they are in the MC

Facilities Plan SurveyStudent Responses

Facilities Plan SurveyStudent Responses

I like the camera. The MS helps us in the

computer lab. The news broadcast is cool. Good selection of books. I like story time. It’s fun to put the books back

on the shelves. (She is a student helper)

I like the camera. The MS helps us in the

computer lab. The news broadcast is cool. Good selection of books. I like story time. It’s fun to put the books back

on the shelves. (She is a student helper)

Media Center PolicyMedia Center Policy The state of Georgia requires all library media centers to use

flexible scheduling. Students may come to the media center anytime their teacher allows them to come. Teachers may send up to two students at a time with a pass. Teachers may use the sign up sheet to bring their class to the library for research, stories, or other curriculum needs. State standards also require teachers to attend classes in the media center with their students.

The state of Georgia requires all library media centers to use flexible scheduling. Students may come to the media center anytime their teacher allows them to come. Teachers may send up to two students at a time with a pass. Teachers may use the sign up sheet to bring their class to the library for research, stories, or other curriculum needs. State standards also require teachers to attend classes in the media center with their students.

The following EES Media Center policies were obtained from a brochure published by the EES Media Specialist.

Circulation PolicyStudents

Circulation PolicyStudents

K-1 students may check out one book 2-5 students may check out two books Students may visit the library up to two times

a day Late fees are not charged, but we encourage

students to return the books in a timely manner.

Students must pay the replacement cost of lost or damaged books.

K-1 students may check out one book 2-5 students may check out two books Students may visit the library up to two times

a day Late fees are not charged, but we encourage

students to return the books in a timely manner.

Students must pay the replacement cost of lost or damaged books.

Circulation PolicyTeachers

Circulation PolicyTeachers

Any materials removed from the media center must be checked out

Check out books as needed Check out videos for curriculum support Check out digital and video cameras for one day. Return

by the end of the day so that batteries can be recharged overnight. These may be reserved.

Check out magazines and reference materials either by scanning or on sign out sheet.

If the library is closed, you may select your items and leave them on the counter by the window and they will be delivered to you.

Any materials removed from the media center must be checked out

Check out books as needed Check out videos for curriculum support Check out digital and video cameras for one day. Return

by the end of the day so that batteries can be recharged overnight. These may be reserved.

Check out magazines and reference materials either by scanning or on sign out sheet.

If the library is closed, you may select your items and leave them on the counter by the window and they will be delivered to you.

Circulation PolicyParents

Circulation PolicyParents

Parents may assist their children in book selection after school and when convenient for the classroom teacher.

If parents have a special need, they may ask the media specialist for assistance.

Decisions on book check out is made on a case by case basis.

Parents may assist their children in book selection after school and when convenient for the classroom teacher.

If parents have a special need, they may ask the media specialist for assistance.

Decisions on book check out is made on a case by case basis.

Media Center RulesStudents are expected to…

Media Center RulesStudents are expected to…

Follow all school rules Respect adult authority Demonstrate respect for self, others, and media center

property Use quiet voices when in the media center. No talking when a

class is in session. Remain silent when traveling through the library to the

computer lab. Follow the Internet Policy Do not disturb others who are working in the media center Walk at all times Take responsibility for damaged/lost materials when in their

possession Get books back quickly and return to class

Follow all school rules Respect adult authority Demonstrate respect for self, others, and media center

property Use quiet voices when in the media center. No talking when a

class is in session. Remain silent when traveling through the library to the

computer lab. Follow the Internet Policy Do not disturb others who are working in the media center Walk at all times Take responsibility for damaged/lost materials when in their

possession Get books back quickly and return to class

Media Program Development ~ District PolicyMedia Program Development ~ District Policy

Accessibility of Media CentersEach school media center shall be available through flexible scheduling for simultaneous use byindividual students, groups, and teacher use throughout the instructional day during each day ofthe school year. Media personnel or adult supervision shall be available throughout the

instructional day.

Information Access SkillsEach school shall provide students with opportunities to develop information access skills. Themedia specialist shall have the primary responsibility for planning with the teacher to linkinformation resources and opportunities for students to apply these skills during instruction. Themedia specialist shall also have the responsibility for providing opportunities for instructional staffto acquire, develop, and improve their own information access skills and those of their students.The classroom teacher shall have the primary responsibility for planning, instructing, andevaluating all units of study in which students and the media specialist are involved.

Accessibility of Media CentersEach school media center shall be available through flexible scheduling for simultaneous use byindividual students, groups, and teacher use throughout the instructional day during each day ofthe school year. Media personnel or adult supervision shall be available throughout the

instructional day.

Information Access SkillsEach school shall provide students with opportunities to develop information access skills. Themedia specialist shall have the primary responsibility for planning with the teacher to linkinformation resources and opportunities for students to apply these skills during instruction. Themedia specialist shall also have the responsibility for providing opportunities for instructional staffto acquire, develop, and improve their own information access skills and those of their students.The classroom teacher shall have the primary responsibility for planning, instructing, andevaluating all units of study in which students and the media specialist are involved.

The Stephens County policies on the following slides were obtained from

https://eboard.eboardsolutions.com/index.aspx?S=4145

Media Program Development ~ District PolicyMedia Program Development ~ District Policy

Instructional Materials and Equipment Selection Instructional media and equipment shall be selected, acquired, and used to implement

the philosophy and educational goals of the school system and to support the learning activities designed for students. To promote maximum utilization, media shall be provided for all instructional levels and curricular content based upon prioritized needs. It shall have a diversity for appeal, present various viewpoints, and be provided in a variety of formats. It should: relate to the curriculum and meet the developmental needs, varying interests, learning modalities, and differing ability levels of students; stimulate intellectual curiosity and growth in factual knowledge; promote broad awareness and reflect the diversity of our country and the world.

Ample materials and equipment shall be provided, organized, maintained, and updated as needed to promote maximum utilization of all available material formats, to increase technological applications, to produce specialized learning materials, and to encourage incorporation of media into learning activities.These guidelines apply to all materials and equipment whether purchased or received as gifts.

Instructional Materials and Equipment Selection Instructional media and equipment shall be selected, acquired, and used to implement

the philosophy and educational goals of the school system and to support the learning activities designed for students. To promote maximum utilization, media shall be provided for all instructional levels and curricular content based upon prioritized needs. It shall have a diversity for appeal, present various viewpoints, and be provided in a variety of formats. It should: relate to the curriculum and meet the developmental needs, varying interests, learning modalities, and differing ability levels of students; stimulate intellectual curiosity and growth in factual knowledge; promote broad awareness and reflect the diversity of our country and the world.

Ample materials and equipment shall be provided, organized, maintained, and updated as needed to promote maximum utilization of all available material formats, to increase technological applications, to produce specialized learning materials, and to encourage incorporation of media into learning activities.These guidelines apply to all materials and equipment whether purchased or received as gifts.

Media Program Development ~ District PolicyMedia Program Development ~ District Policy Copyright Law The Stephens County Board of Education abides by the Copyright Law of the United

States (Title17, United States Code) and prohibits copying or use of copyrighted material not specifically permitted or exempted by the copyright law by employees of the system. The Board places the liability for willful infringement upon the person making or requesting a copy or using the material and designates media specialists and the system media contact person as disseminators of copyright information for each school and the system respectively. These designees shall be responsible for seeking necessary copyright clearances, maintaining appropriate copyright records, and placing warning notices on or near all equipment capable of making or modifying copies. The Board identifies Copyright: A Guide to Information and Resources and updates from Media Memo as procedural guides for Stephens County School System employees in complying with the federal law. A Request for Authorization to Duplicate Copyrighted Material is part of the procedure document.

Copyright Law The Stephens County Board of Education abides by the Copyright Law of the United

States (Title17, United States Code) and prohibits copying or use of copyrighted material not specifically permitted or exempted by the copyright law by employees of the system. The Board places the liability for willful infringement upon the person making or requesting a copy or using the material and designates media specialists and the system media contact person as disseminators of copyright information for each school and the system respectively. These designees shall be responsible for seeking necessary copyright clearances, maintaining appropriate copyright records, and placing warning notices on or near all equipment capable of making or modifying copies. The Board identifies Copyright: A Guide to Information and Resources and updates from Media Memo as procedural guides for Stephens County School System employees in complying with the federal law. A Request for Authorization to Duplicate Copyrighted Material is part of the procedure document.

Media Program Development ~ District PolicyMedia Program Development ~ District Policy Appropriate Use of Electronic Information ResourcesElectronic information resources such as the Internet, World Wide Web, electronic mail

(email),Local Area Networks (LAN), Wide Area Networks (WAN), network services, and computers

areprovided to help achieve the instructional goals of the Stephens County School System. Anyactivities involving the use of these resources that do not support these instructional goals areforbidden and should be avoided. When using electronic information resources, students are expected to apply the Student

Code of Conduct just as they would in any other instructional activity. The use of electronic information resources including the Internet is a privilege and not a right and continued use is subject to the user s adherence to the letter and spirit of this policy.

Staff Expectations in the use of Electronic Information Resourcesa. Staff shall not use these resources to access material that is obscene, pornographic,or is child pornography.b. Staff shall not use school resources to engage in hacking or attempts tootherwise compromise system security.c. Staff shall not allow others the use of their passwords or other credentials exceptwhen necessary for the purpose of maintaining or servicing these resources.

Appropriate Use of Electronic Information ResourcesElectronic information resources such as the Internet, World Wide Web, electronic mail

(email),Local Area Networks (LAN), Wide Area Networks (WAN), network services, and computers

areprovided to help achieve the instructional goals of the Stephens County School System. Anyactivities involving the use of these resources that do not support these instructional goals areforbidden and should be avoided. When using electronic information resources, students are expected to apply the Student

Code of Conduct just as they would in any other instructional activity. The use of electronic information resources including the Internet is a privilege and not a right and continued use is subject to the user s adherence to the letter and spirit of this policy.

Staff Expectations in the use of Electronic Information Resourcesa. Staff shall not use these resources to access material that is obscene, pornographic,or is child pornography.b. Staff shall not use school resources to engage in hacking or attempts tootherwise compromise system security.c. Staff shall not allow others the use of their passwords or other credentials exceptwhen necessary for the purpose of maintaining or servicing these resources.

Media Program Development ~ District PolicyMedia Program Development ~ District Policy

Reconsideration of MaterialsCareful evaluation and selection of media by qualified school personnel does not insureacceptance by all segments of the school community. This system respects the right of others toquestion selection of media and has established procedures for handling complaints regardingthis matter. Specific procedures and a reconsideration form are a part of the proceduredocument.

Disposition of Gifts and Unusable Materials and EquipmentItems will be disposed of when they have outlived their usefulness. Material should be discardedwhen it cannot be mended or rebound, its content is out of date, paper of film becomes brittle ordiscolored, or when the population of the school changes significantly. Such discarding shall be in accordance with state and local policy, state and federal law, and any restrictions related to the source of funds. A disposition form is part of the procedure document and may be used. In the alternative, discarded records may be computerized.

Requests for media resources to support instruction in any Georgia Board of Education Approved course when offered outside regular instructional time shall be made tothe appropriate media specialist.

Reconsideration of MaterialsCareful evaluation and selection of media by qualified school personnel does not insureacceptance by all segments of the school community. This system respects the right of others toquestion selection of media and has established procedures for handling complaints regardingthis matter. Specific procedures and a reconsideration form are a part of the proceduredocument.

Disposition of Gifts and Unusable Materials and EquipmentItems will be disposed of when they have outlived their usefulness. Material should be discardedwhen it cannot be mended or rebound, its content is out of date, paper of film becomes brittle ordiscolored, or when the population of the school changes significantly. Such discarding shall be in accordance with state and local policy, state and federal law, and any restrictions related to the source of funds. A disposition form is part of the procedure document and may be used. In the alternative, discarded records may be computerized.

Requests for media resources to support instruction in any Georgia Board of Education Approved course when offered outside regular instructional time shall be made tothe appropriate media specialist.

Media Center ImprovementsChildren’s Reading Area

Media Center ImprovementsChildren’s Reading Area

Survey says…area needed for students to read recreationally Solution ~ Take out table and use this corner as an area for

students to relax and read.

Survey says…area needed for students to read recreationally Solution ~ Take out table and use this corner as an area for

students to relax and read.

Walk on Me - Tiger Kids’ Rug $84.00

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Media Center ImprovementsChildren’s Reading Area

Media Center ImprovementsChildren’s Reading Area

Broadway Tiger Chair19.7”Wx18.1Dx15.4”HPolyester, Faux-Leather Upholstery

with High-Density Foam FillBold Brown, and Orange in Tiger-Print

Pattern$212.49 x 2 = $424.98

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Broadway Tiger Chair19.7”Wx18.1Dx15.4”HPolyester, Faux-Leather Upholstery

with High-Density Foam FillBold Brown, and Orange in Tiger-Print

Pattern$212.49 x 2 = $424.98

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Media Center ImprovementsChildren’s Reading Area

Media Center ImprovementsChildren’s Reading Area

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Media Center ImprovementsKindles

Media Center ImprovementsKindles

Kindle 8”x5.3”Storage 1500 books$259.00Kindle has a text to speech function that would be great for

special needs students.Kindle also has the ability to adjust to 6 different font sizes

which would be helpful for those students who have eyesight disabilities.

Purchase from…http://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Wireless-Reading-Display-Generation/dp/B0015T963C/ref=amb_link_

Kindle 8”x5.3”Storage 1500 books$259.00Kindle has a text to speech function that would be great for

special needs students.Kindle also has the ability to adjust to 6 different font sizes

which would be helpful for those students who have eyesight disabilities.

Purchase from…http://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Wireless-Reading-Display-Generation/dp/B0015T963C/ref=amb_link_

Survey says…Kindles would be great for those students with reading or hearing difficulties and for those with eyesight problems.

Solution ~ Purchase one Kindle to try with special needs children

Media Center ImprovementsLaptops

Media Center ImprovementsLaptops

Lenovo Mini Wireless NetBookDisplay 10.1” $369.00 x 3 = $1107.00Windows 7 Operating SystemPurchase from…http://shop.lenovo.com/SEUILibrary/controller/e/na/LenovoPortal/en_US/catalog.workflow:category.det

Lenovo Mini Wireless NetBookDisplay 10.1” $369.00 x 3 = $1107.00Windows 7 Operating SystemPurchase from…http://shop.lenovo.com/SEUILibrary/controller/e/na/LenovoPortal/en_US/catalog.workflow:category.det

Survey says…Net Books in the MC would help students with research

Solution ~ Purchase 3 Wireless NetBooks and a table to replace the “dinosaur” computers and the cubicles in the MC

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Summary of Media Center ImprovementsSummary of Media Center Improvements Reading area would provide a quiet place for those students who come to the media center to read

for recreation. The tiger rug and tiger print soft chairs would be something elementary age children would like and the print is popular right now. The large pillow would be fun to sit on. Two of the bookshelves were moved into a horizontal position to make more room for the reading area.

Kindles would provide those special needs children who have reading or hearing difficulties a way to enjoy books. Also, children who have eyesight problems would enjoy it because some novels have such small print, and if the novel is available for the Kindle, it would help to see the words better.

Net Books and a table to house them would replace the “dinosaur” computers and cubicles that are present in the MC now. The wireless notebooks would provide mobility for students by allowing them to go to another place in the MC to use them, such as at the seating area. Students who come into the MC to do research, such as only 1 or 2 students, can use these in case there is a whole class using the computer lab.

According to one teacher in the survey, it is very inconvenient for teachers who are using the break room to eat lunch when students are in there getting ready for the next day’s broadcast. There is no privacy. The teacher work room was swapped out with the teacher break room. The table and chairs and the microwave and small table in which it sits were moved into the work room. The copier was moved into the mentor/storage room since there was enough space. The storage shelf from the previous work room was moved into the newsroom. The die cut machine and laminator that were in the previous work room were moved into the newsroom. This creates the privacy the teachers need and also more room in the newsroom for all of the production equipment for the news broadcast.

Reading area would provide a quiet place for those students who come to the media center to read for recreation. The tiger rug and tiger print soft chairs would be something elementary age children would like and the print is popular right now. The large pillow would be fun to sit on. Two of the bookshelves were moved into a horizontal position to make more room for the reading area.

Kindles would provide those special needs children who have reading or hearing difficulties a way to enjoy books. Also, children who have eyesight problems would enjoy it because some novels have such small print, and if the novel is available for the Kindle, it would help to see the words better.

Net Books and a table to house them would replace the “dinosaur” computers and cubicles that are present in the MC now. The wireless notebooks would provide mobility for students by allowing them to go to another place in the MC to use them, such as at the seating area. Students who come into the MC to do research, such as only 1 or 2 students, can use these in case there is a whole class using the computer lab.

According to one teacher in the survey, it is very inconvenient for teachers who are using the break room to eat lunch when students are in there getting ready for the next day’s broadcast. There is no privacy. The teacher work room was swapped out with the teacher break room. The table and chairs and the microwave and small table in which it sits were moved into the work room. The copier was moved into the mentor/storage room since there was enough space. The storage shelf from the previous work room was moved into the newsroom. The die cut machine and laminator that were in the previous work room were moved into the newsroom. This creates the privacy the teachers need and also more room in the newsroom for all of the production equipment for the news broadcast.

Revised Media Center Floor Plan

Revised Media Center Floor Plan

Additions to Media Center PoliciesAdditions to Media Center Policies

The current media center handbook does not have a written policy regarding scheduling of classes. It seems to be just a word of mouth type of policy, but it is my belief that this needs to be put in writing in order to avoid conflict.

Questions: How much notice is needed? Do teachers need to sign up 1-3 students to use the MC for research? How will the MS know what to prepare for when teachers sign up for

whole class instruction? Is there somewhere to sign up for specific needs in instruction?

The current media center handbook does not have a written policy regarding scheduling of classes. It seems to be just a word of mouth type of policy, but it is my belief that this needs to be put in writing in order to avoid conflict.

Questions: How much notice is needed? Do teachers need to sign up 1-3 students to use the MC for research? How will the MS know what to prepare for when teachers sign up for

whole class instruction? Is there somewhere to sign up for specific needs in instruction?

Solution to Media Center Policy Questions

Solution to Media Center Policy Questions

Develop a policy that states that teachers may sign up classes on the clipboard in the computer lab to reserve a time for whole class instruction with the media specialist. In addition to this, the teacher will need to submit a form stating the time/date the class is coming, the purpose for the visit, the number of students expected, and any additional materials the teacher may need. The form needs to be completed for any other needs as well, such as for mini-lessons in the media center itself.

The policy also needs to say that the teacher must give at least one week in advance a notice of the lesson.

If the class is reserving the computer lab for research purposes and the media specialist is not needed for instructional purposes, then the teacher only has to sign up on the clipboard and not complete a media center form. There is no need for a notice for this purpose.

Students who come to the media center in groups of 1-3 to use the Net Books for research or for taking AR tests, may do so at any time of the day. Those students may or may not need assistance from the media specialist.

Develop a policy that states that teachers may sign up classes on the clipboard in the computer lab to reserve a time for whole class instruction with the media specialist. In addition to this, the teacher will need to submit a form stating the time/date the class is coming, the purpose for the visit, the number of students expected, and any additional materials the teacher may need. The form needs to be completed for any other needs as well, such as for mini-lessons in the media center itself.

The policy also needs to say that the teacher must give at least one week in advance a notice of the lesson.

If the class is reserving the computer lab for research purposes and the media specialist is not needed for instructional purposes, then the teacher only has to sign up on the clipboard and not complete a media center form. There is no need for a notice for this purpose.

Students who come to the media center in groups of 1-3 to use the Net Books for research or for taking AR tests, may do so at any time of the day. Those students may or may not need assistance from the media specialist.

Media Center Request Form

Media Center Request Form

This is a request form that I developed in order to help adhere to the policy of scheduling whole class visits to the computer lab or media center.

This form would also be a great source at the end of the year to actually see how much the media specialist is being utilized in his/her capacity.

This is a request form that I developed in order to help adhere to the policy of scheduling whole class visits to the computer lab or media center.

This form would also be a great source at the end of the year to actually see how much the media specialist is being utilized in his/her capacity.

MEDIA CENTER REQUEST FORM

TEACHER ________________________________ GRADE LEVEL _____

*Please complete this form when you have reserved a time in the computer lab to bring your whole class and you need instruction from the media specialist, or when you need to reserve a time and day for instruction with the media specialist in the media center. This could include instruction in research skills or help with projects. DAY/TIME REQUESTED: ______________________________________ NUMBER OF STUDENTS: __________________ CIRCLE: GROUP WORK WHOLE CLASS EQUIPMENT NEEDED: ________________________________________ PURPOSE OF VISIT: ________ ___________________________________ *Teachers may sign up to use the computer lab at any time needed. If the media specialist is not needed during this time, there does not need to be a notice given nor does the teacher have to complete a request form. However, if the media specialist will be needed to help in instructional purposes, please give at least a week notice in order to organize materials and equipment needed for the lesson. *Students who are allowed to come to the media center by their teacher for research purposes, but without teacher supervision, may do so in groups of 1-3 at a time in order to assure that there are enough Net Books for use. Students may come at any time of the day. Those students need to remain in the media center so there is some direct supervision and also for assistance purposes. The Net Books are wireless, so students may use the seating area if it is not occupied by a class during a lesson. *Please help me in following these guidelines in order to assure the best use of our media center and its materials and equipment. Thank you!

Eastanollee Elementary SchoolEastanollee Elementary School

Livestock RoadEastanollee, GA 30538Stephens County, GA

Livestock RoadEastanollee, GA 30538Stephens County, GA