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Media Center Facility Plan
Cowan Road Elementary
Kim HollingsworthFRIT 7132Fall 2010
Cowan Road Elementary Media Center Profile
o There are approximately 665 students, o Pre K – 5th gradeo There are approximately 45 faculty
memberso There is one full time media specialisto There is one full time clerko This is a Title 1 school
Media Center Location
o The school has two major hallways. The media center is located in the middle of the school, on a hall that connects these two hallways.
o It is easily accessible to all students and visitors.
View From the Hall
o The AR points board is located on the wall to the right of the library entrance.
o Display case is located to the right of the doors entering the library.o The library
entrance is recessed from the hallway.
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Media Specialist Office/Workroom Conference
Room/Teacher Resources
A/V Room – News Broadcast Room
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Tables• Easy Reader
Section• Reference
Materials• Computer
Stations• Classroom
Area Tables• Conference
Table• Wall Shelves• Circulation
Desk• Doors• Magazines &
Biographies• Guided
Reading• Reading Loft• AV Room
Classroom Work Area
View as You Enter the Media Center
Circulation DeskFront View
Back View
Media Specialist Office
o The media center office is located behind the circulation desk, slightly to the left.
o Staff restroom is located in the office.
o There are two doors that lead into the office.
o There are two windows that provide a view of the activity taking place in the media center.
Instructional Area
o This area will seat a classroom of approximately 36 students.
Contains:o Activboard o ELMOo Research
materials (ex. Encyclopedias)
Newsroomo The newsroom is located behind
the circulation desk.o Fifth grade students conduct the
“morning news” program.
o The newsroom also houses the library printer and copier.
Conference Roomo The conference room is located to the left of the media
specialist’s office.o Teacher resource books are housed here.
Guided Reading Materials
o Located outside the conference room in the far right hand corner of the library.
o Classroom book sets are also located in this area.
**Currently under construction
Fun Reading Areas
o Reading Lofto Two Carpet
Areaso Bean Bag
Chairso Bean Bag Sofa
Wall of Windows
o The door leads out to a courtyard where teachers may take students to read.
o This wall of windows provides natural light.
Storage
o The storage room is located on the right as you enter the media center
o Videos, center resources, televisions, and leap pad materials are stored in this room.
The Bookshelveso Lower Level Reading Sectiono This section provides books
for Pre K -2nd grade
o This is the “Magazine and Biography Section
o This is a view of the “easy” or “everybody” section of the media center.
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o This is a view of the fiction section of the media center.
o The non-fiction section includes the 2nd bookcase and the bookcases that are on the back wall.
o The 1st bookcase is part of the fiction section.
Area Don’t Change Minor Change Completely Change
Student Computer Stations
60% 40% 0%
Separate AR Testing Center
53% 33% 13%
Layout of Book Areas
56% 35% 12%
Guided Reading Area
31% 62% 6%
Classroom Area 47% 53% 0%
Other 60% 20% 20%
Survey Results- Teacher Response
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What is ONE area/feature you would most want to change?- larger book selection/and reading area for lower level readers- hand puppets that correspond with stories- more books (non fiction) that are on, above, and just below grade level
on specific Science and S.S. standards- the Guided Reading Area/ Teacher Resource area- Activboard/class area is too compact.- would also like to see more wall decorations
What is ONE area/feature you would not want to change?- openness of the media center - the kid-friendly atmosphere- the easy section books- checkout procedures for kindergarten- reference section
What are some types of books/resources that we need more of?- lower grade reading books- math- books on Tape- we need more informational books that align with state standards.- more leveled Guided Reading books that match our science and social
studies standards.- Social Studies books aligned with GPS for early grades (K-2)
Survey Results- Teacher Response
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Survey Results – Student ResponseWhat is your favorite thing about the media center?- the book fair- being able to check out a book - can read and play with stuffed animals- reading parties- the people that work in there are nice and helpful- the lessons that teach us how to use technology
What is ONE thing you would like to change?- more Pre-K and K AR books- more spaces to sit- having to choose a book from a table and not a shelf- having to sit on the carpet- need more magazines- more computers- when I lose my book, I can’t get another one
What are some types of books/resources that you think we need?- more movies on subjects and holidays for the lower grade levels- comic books- book fair could come more often- 3D books- more character books
ImprovementsPurchase the following items:o computer stationso comfortable seating to sit in while readingo lower level reading bookso “magazine rack” style bookcase for the easy reader sectiono table lamps to sit on the student work tableso Puppetso portable listening centers and books on tapeo leveled Science and Social Studies bookso subscribe to a larger variety of magazineso four bookcases to hold teacher resource materials
Make the following changes:o move the guided reading section into the conference roomo move the classroom area to the far right hand corner of the media center
so that traffic does not disturb students o move teacher resources to bookcases in the media centero move the magazines and biographies to the middle of the back wall to
separate non-fiction and easy readerso move the easy reader section to the far left hand corner of the media
center so that traffic does not disturb story time
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• Non-Fiction• Fiction• Student Work
Tables• Easy Reader
Section• Chairs• Reference
Materials• Computer
Stations• Classroom Area
Tables• Activboard• Conference
Table• Wall Shelves• Circulation Desk• Doors• Magazines &
Biographies• Teacher
Resources
The School Library Media Program System Philosophy
The school library media centers of the Griffin-Spalding County School System are instructional resource centers that function as integral part of the learning process.
All resources and programs must align to meet challenges and opportunities that are encountered in school, post-high school experiences, the workplace and the community.
The purpose of the school library media center is to provide services to students, faculty, staff and administration based on the instructional needs and objectives enumerated in their school improvement plan.
The School Library Media Program System Mission
The mission of the school library media programs of the Griffin-Spalding County School System reflects the philosophy of the school and the school system. They believe that the school library media center helps to prepare students with the skill, knowledge, and the character necessary to become lifelong learners and productive citizens.
School Library Media Program System Goals
oTo provide a facility that functions as the information center of the school;
oTo provide ALL students and teachers maximum intellectual access to the resources and services necessary to become lifelong learners and effective users of information, ideas, and technology; and
oTo implement, enrich, and support the educational
programs of the school and community as well as troubleshooting techniques to keep computers and other electronic equipment operational.
Media Center Policy:Accessibility -
Hours of operation:For Students – 8:15am – 2:15pmFor Faculty – 7:30am –
3:30pm
oThe Media Center is open during the school day for student use.
oFaculty may use the media center before and after school.
oExceptions may be made on occasions when the media center is needed other than regular school hours.
oThe media center offers open/flexible scheduling.
Media Center Policy:Organization and Staffing - System library committee members are appointed by the superintendent or assistant superintendent.
Each elementary school will form a school library media committee.
The school library media committee will:o address media concerns at the school levelo provide input to the system library media committeeo develop procedures for implementing the system’s instructional
media and equipment policyo establish media program objectives based on instructional goals by o developing immediate and long-range plans for the SLMPo recommend priorities for the school library media budgeto assess, evaluate, and modify school library media resources and
serviceso identify and plan media or technology related staff development
activitieso respond to formal challenges regarding materials used in the schoolo establish and maintain cooperation with other agencies, such as the o public library
There is one full time media specialist and one part time media clerk.
Media Center Policy:Selection of Media Center Materials -
o Direct examination provides the most accurate evaluation of materials for purchase. However, time and publishers may not allow for this. When direct evaluation is NOT possible, reviews and selection tools must be used in order to provide guidance in case materials are challenged.
o Selection should be made from reputable, unbiased, professionally prepared aids.
o Other selection methods include (but are not limited to):o Other school media specialistso Exhibits at conferenceso Textbook bibliographieso Visits to evaluation centers
o A list of appropriate selection tools is included. These are not the only selection tools allowed.
o Faculty, parents, and student recommendations will be considered, but the final decision rests with professional personnel.
Media Center Policy:Circulation - o Each patron is assigned a number in the Follett circulation system and
uses this number to check out books.o Orientation takes place each fall and, as needed, throughout the year
for new students.o All circulated books are due back in two weeks before the last student
day of school.o All teacher items must be returned before the end of their
contract period, annually. o PreK, Kindergarten, 1st – may check out one book at a
time
2nd - 5th - may check out two books at a timeo Books may be renewed as needed.o Past due fees are NOT charged for elementary students o In elementary school, only damage or lost fees may be
charged.
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Reconsideration of Materials - Only citizens of Spalding County can initiate a complaint or objectionto a material in the school Media Center.
The process for reconsideration is as follows:1. A person raises a question concerning the content of a material.
a) The principal listens to the objection and makes efforts to resolve the issue.
b) The principal (or other staff member appointed) explains the selection process and offers alternate assignments
if appropriate.c) They refrain from making any personal opinions known.d) Written documentation of the contact is filed.e) The material in question remains in use unless removed through the procedures below.
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Reconsideration of Materials - 2. If not satisfied with the outcome of step 1, the complainant files a Request for Reconsideration of Educational Media form.
a) The media specialist alerts the media committee and sets a meeting date, within 30 days.
b) The item in question is pulled from circulation to allow the committee time to review it.
c) All pertinent information regarding purchase, reviews, etc will be pulled by the Media Specialist.
d) The complainant is notified in writing of the meeting date and time.e) The committee holds the meeting and decides a finding on the material.f) Should the complainant desire to file an appeal, it must be filed within ten days of their receipt of notice. If no appeal is filed, the challenge is over.
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3. If an appeal is filed, the form is sent to the superintendant and the system Media Committee sets a meeting date within 30 days. This committee follows the same procedure as the school committee, but on a system level.
4. If the complainant remains unsatisfied with the system committee’s decision, the Board of Education reviews the materials, reviews, and makes a decision. The Board will notify the complainant, system library media committee chairperson, and the school principal of the appeal and the action taken by the Board.
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Copyright Law – o The responsibility of copyright management is an administrative as wellas a personal responsibility.o Public Law 95-553 provides clear-cut definitions of fair use of copies thatare now being produced through current technologies:o The system and individual schools will adhere to the current
copyright law.o The school Media Specialist shall keep teachers and students
appraised of current copyright information.
Employee and Computer Internet Use –o Computers provided in the Griffin-Spalding County School System
are to be used by students and employees for educational purposes only.
o Each school should have procedures in place to assure that computers are used solely for educational purposes.
o Employees are expected to check email at least once each working day.
o Employees and students are expected to use network etiquette (netiquette).
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Internet Safety –
Media Center Policy:
o Security on any computer system is a high priority, especially when the
system involves many users.o Students do not have permission to create personal home
pages or directories.o Student work may only be published under the direction of
the supervising teacher(s).o If an employee finds (or is made aware of) a security
problem on the Internet, they must notify the building administrator.
They should NOT demonstrate the problem to others.
Media Center Policy:Instructional Media/Equipment - Library media materials are the print, non-print, audio-visual materials and
equipment used in support of the instructional process. Instructional media incorporateshardbound books, softbound books, magazines, and newspapers, audiovisual
equipment and materials, laboratory equipment and materials, computer hardware ad
software, instructional television, comprehensive learning systems, self instructional materials, teacher-made materials, and any other materials that can be utilized in the delivery
of instruction. These materials shall:o Enrich and support all the curriculum while considering diversity, interests, abilities, and maturity levels of the students served
o Stimulate growth in knowledge, literacy appreciation, aesthetic values, the desire to learn, and ethical standards
o Allow students to develop under guidance, the practice of critical analysis of all media by giving opposing sides of controversial issues
o Portray the contributions to our American heritage of the many religious, ethnic, and cultural groups.
Media Center Policy:Funding - Criteria for allocation of funds are according
to need in the following areas:o Increased pupil enrollmento Addition of new curriculum areaso Suitability of materials on hando Variety of materials on hando New instructional strategies implementedo State, regional, and national standards
Disposing of Gifts of Instructional Resources - o Gifts of print and non-print materials must be accepted with
the understanding that those materials meet the standards set forth in the selection policy.
o Any gifts that are inappropriate for use, in poor condition, or duplicates of items in the collection, will be disposed of in whatever manner is the most suitable.
Media Center Policy:
Student Records - The district complies with requirements of the Family Educational
Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and Pupil Protection Act (PPRA).
Use of School Facilities - School facilities may be used under certain conditions by
legitimate civic groups,organizations, and individuals in our community for purposes
related to or directlyconnected with community welfare.
School Media Policy:Media Center Handbook - The Griffin Spalding County School System has a designated
handbook for school Media Specialists. It serves as a guide with information
related to the following:• Philosophy• The Mission and Goals of the School Library Media Program• Roles and responsibilities of the School Library Media Specialist
and support staff• Media Policy
– Scheduling– Selection– Gifts– Circulation– Reconsideration of Materials– Copyright Law– Disposing of Gifts– Employee/Student Internet Usage– Internet Safety
Media Center Policy:
Cooperative Planning- o Cooperative planning includes joint determination by the school library media specialist and teachers to ensure use of school
library media center resources and services that support on-going
classroom instruction.