Sarah Pyle Academy Library “Must-Haves”
List of Library “Must-Haves”Physical Space
Non-Academic / Warm Atmosphere Must be a reflection of Courtney Ankh Bonds and Sarah
Pyle Academy Memorial Stone / Recognition Space to Honor Courtney
Bonds The space should be comfortable for Teens, Children, and
Adults Must be Flowing and Flexible – The library will eventually
become the “heart” of the school/building Reconfigurable Meeting Space “Quiet” Area for Research and Studying There needs to be a secure area to store the technology
(Kindles, iPads, etc.) Outside Workspace with Garden Area – Peace Garden
List of Library “Must-Haves”Environmental Space
Library Shelves that are on wheels and are mobile
Library Theme extends throughout the school and into the hallways
Innovative, Multi-Media Technology - (Smartboards, iPads, Kindles) which supports School-Wide use of Technology
Children’s Library / Area
Reading Lounge Area with Comfortable Furniture
Area to hold monthly After-School Events, Poetry Slams, etc.
Flexible Hours of Operation