The NHS Library provides a comprehensive collection of instructional and research materials, including print, non-print, and electronic resources. The web-based catalog system enables students and faculty to searching the collection of 24,000 books, videos/DVDs and other instructional materials. Students may use our 41 research computers which are completely networked and Internet accessible.  The Library staff instructs classes and tutors individual students in the use of these educational resources and technologies. Students are expected to use the Library for class assignments, independent research, and project development.



BORROWING MATERIALS

Student loan periods of Library materials (unless by special arrangement):

• Books - 2 weeks
• Non-print- 1 week (videos, CDs, records)
• Magazines - 1 week
• Special Reserve - 1 week or as requested by the teacher (designated project books in high demand)
  

Books and materials designated for overnight circulation must be returned before first block on the following school day. 

Students may reserve materials by making a request at the circulation desk. When the material is returned, a notice will be sent to the student's homeroom and the student will have 2 days to come to the library to sign it out.

lnstructional Areas - There are multiple instructional areas in the Library: the Library classroom and 3 table areas. "Reserved" signs indicate tables and computers reserved for classes; students from study are welcome to use areas not reserved.

Computer and Electronic Research Areas 

• Scheduled classes have priority use of the computers; study hall students always have 8 computers reserved for their use.  They may use additional computers if available. 
• LAPTOP computers are available for students in scheduled classes, under the supervision of a teacher. Each laptop must be signed out by the individual student, who is responsible for its use and safe return.
• Electronic research takes priority over word processing tasks. 
• Playing games, visiting chatrooms and using instant messenger are never allowed; email for purposes other than school is prohibited. 

All students must have a signed Acceptable Use Policy on file to use computers during a study, before school or after school.

Conference Room - The small meeting room is available for adult-sponsored meetings with an adult in attendance

Copy Machine - A photocopy machine is available at 10 cents per page; it is for the copying of reference books that do not circulate. When a class is scheduled in the Library, class members may be given complimentary copies. Students needing multiple copies of papers for class projects should plan on getting copies at a copy center.

Use of the Printers - Whenever possible, students should print materials at home by emailing research materials, or saving files to their flash drives. Students may print 3-4 pages of class assignments and research materials if they need the copies immediately for class. If students need to print long files, they must first ask permission from a member of the Library staff.

LIBRARY PROCEDURES  

Security Violations - Any attempts to alter computer programs will be considered an act of vandalism.  Any attempt to remove library materials without following the checkout procedure is considered a serious offense. Disciplinary action will be taken when students violate the security system. This includes the removal of bar codes and/or security stickers, and placing materials in other students' bags.  

Independent Use of the Library  

• Students are expected to work on research projects in the Library. 
• Gold colored school passes may be issued by classroom teachers or study hall teachers. The issuing teacher keeps a log of students sent to the library..
• Each students from study will have an individual Library Pass, signed by a teacher, complete with student name, date, time and project. 
• Students will leave the pass at the desk and sign in on the log sheet, noting the topic of their assignment and time arrived. 
• Students will sign out when their work is completed, noting the time; a member of the library staff will sign the pass, with the student returning the signed pass to study/issuing teacher. 
• Teachers wishing to send more than 5 students should call the Circulation Desk at the library (x2438) to see if there is room.
• SENIORS who have open campus privileges are welcome to come to the library to do work if space is available and do not need a pass. They must sign in and out on the log sheet for the period.

Delinquent Borrowers -  Borrowing library materials is a privilege; returning them is a responsibility as well as an act of courtesy to others who may need the materials. 

• Students borrowing materials are responsible for returning and/or replacing materials charged to his/her name. 
• Overdue notices are delivered to students in homerooms. 
• Outstanding obligations will result in borrowing privileges being withdrawn immediately. 
• Outstanding obligations at the end of the year will interrupt the issuing of the student's schedule for the next year. Seniors may pick up their cap and gown when the obligation is cleared. 

Food -  Please abide by the NHS food policy - food must be eaten only in the cafeteria.