EMS Library Expectations
Computer Policy
- Computers are available for student use before school, during break, lunch, and after school
- The computers are for school use ONLY. Games, social media, and any streaming site is not allowed
- Going on to any unauthorized sites will result in loss of computer use
Overdue Notices
- All checked out material is stamped inside the front cover with its due date.
- As a courtesy the library sends out weekly overdue notices of books and unpaid fines.
- Notices are given to the student's 2nd period ELA teacher, and students are responsible for taking care of returns and fines that week
- If the student has not returned a book within 2 months, student will be charged replacement cost of the book (cash only)
Circulation Policy
A current EMS ID number is required to check out material
- There is a 3 book check out limit.
- Books have a 14 day check out period and can be renewed one time for an extended 14 day period if there is no hold on the book by another student
- Resource Books and Comics cannot be checked out.
Fines and Fees
- Damaged book fees start at $2. Severely damaged books will be charged replacement cost (cash only)
- Any material that is 2 months or more overdue will be charged at replacement cost of the book (cash only)
- Payment or fines can be worked off if there is a financial hardship. Student should talk to the Librarian as soon as possible to discuss the fines.