Westview High School Library
 
 
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Circulation periods, renewals, computer usage
Resources for each subject as well as teacher project sheets
Links to public library databases as well as Opposing Viewpoints and e-books
Citing references, in-text citations, electronic sources
Standards for information learning
Requesting lab time, library instruction, resources
Library staff information, library mission, contact information
Services for Faculty
Site Map
WHS School 		 
 
Butcher Paper
Catalog
Conference Room
Copy Services
Display Cases
English/Reading Teachers
 
 
 

Butcher (Roll Paper)

White paper is ordered for teacher use. If you send students down to retrieve some, they will need to know how much to cut as the roll is not to leave the library.
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Catalog

The library catalog is accessible via your computer. Click on Start, My Computers, Classes (M Drive), Mosco, OPAC. You will be able to check item availability including videos.
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Computer Projection Devices & Laptops

  • These projectors and laptops are available to check out for use in your classroom for a specific day/period. You must return them at the conclusion of your reservation time. They are not to be kept in your room for an extended period of time. They also are not to be taken off campus.
  • Please complete aan "Equipment Request" form and return it to the ID Lab Manager. A copy can also be printed by clicking here. You may also submit your request online by clicking here. The ID Lab Manager will confirm your request. If you do not receive a confirmation, please call the Lab Manager at 4628.
  • You will need to pick up the projector and/or laptop yourself. Do not send a student to the lab; it will not be released to them.
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Conference Room

The library conference room is NOT scheduled through the library. Please contact Valerie Cox at ext. 4606.
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Copy Services

  • There is a copy machine available in the library to copy reference materials for students.
  • The copy machine in the Copy Room is not available for use by students, even if they are TA's (Teacher Assistants). Do not send students down to make copies on that machine, per Frances.
  • The library now runs the copy service that had been run by the business department. Forms are available in the library, the library copy room, and the mailroom; please attach a form to the items that you would like copied. Remember copyright restrictions apply to all items copied. Except in an emergency, please refrain from sending students down to the library to make multiple class copies for you. Requests will be handled in the order in which they are received.
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Display Cases

The library display cases may be reserved to show student work. Please call ext. 4625 to reserve them. This is a great way to showcase our students' talents.
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English/Reading Teachers

Opposing Viewpoints Resource Center database has been purchased for our school. This includes the articles that are useful for persuasive research as well as some full-text articles. However, you may still want to require your students to obtain a public library card as many more databases are available through their website. Any student who lives in Maricopa County is eligible for a card from both the Phoenix Library System and the Maricopa County system. Directions to the libraries and database access is available by clicking here.
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Lamination

Lamination service is available. Materials must be less than 24 inches wide and cannot be thick, stapled, or with irregularities. Please remember to leave a note with your name along with the items to be laminated. Turnaround time is usually less than one day.
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Library/Computer Lab Use

Entire Class
  • You may request lab time for your class by completing an "ID Lab Time Request" form. You can obtain a copy by clicking here or you may click here to submit the form online. The Lab Manager will confirm your request. If you do not receive a confirmation within 4 hours, please call x4628. Please note that teachers are limited to reserving one side (approximately 30 computers) of the lab. Based on availability, the library computers may be available for use by your class, but this is not guaranteed.
  • Library time may be requested by calling ext. 4625. You will need to note the date, period(s), activity, the number of students in your class, as well as the amount of time required.
  • Substitutes are not allowed to bring classes to the lab or library, so plan accordingly.
  • You are responsible for the discipline of your students; the lab/library rules are the Westview School rules. Please do not leave your students unsupervised.
  • Students must clean up their work area before they leave.
  • Ensure that your students have a task to accomplish when scheduling lab or library time.
  • Additional resources/materials for students can often be provided by discussing the project in advance with the librarian. See Library Instruction.
Individual Student Use
  • Please call the library or lab when sending students to work there; there may not be space available. If you are just sending one or two students to check out SSR books, you do not need to call. Otherwise, do not send students without calling first.
  • Students may use the lab before and after school as well as during their lunch period if space is available.
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Library/Lab Rules

  • In compliance with Westview school rules, students may not use the following in the library or lab at any time: cell phones, iPods, mp3s, CD players.
  • There is no eating or drinking
  • School dress code is in effect before/after school also.
  • Students are not allowed to use the library restroom.
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Library Instruction

The library staff would like to provide your students with instruction to correlate with your instruction. Please discuss your needs with the librarian. We are very happy to custom design instruction to meet your objectives. Click here to view some of the previously designed lessons.
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Overhead Projector

Overhead projectors are available on a first-come first-serve basis. Please request one by calling ext. 4625. When you need a bulb replacement, please send a student to the library with the old one so we can give you the correct type.
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Pathfinders

Pathfinders are resource listings for a particular subject area. They include subject terms to assist students in locating materials on a topic, listings of books and reference materials available at the library, and prescreened web sites. Pathfinders have already been prepared for general subject areas, and are available here. Please email the librarian if you would like anything added to your department's pathfinder.

If you are doing a project with your class and would like a specialized internet resource pathfinder prepared, please call 4626. This greatly reduces the amount of time students need to spend searching for resources, and it ensures tha appropriate sites will be utilized.
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Printing

Black and white printing is available in the library and the computer lab. Color printing is available for $1.00/per page. If you need to print something, such as certificates, and you feel the cost should be waived, you will get an administrator to approve your request. The ID Lab Manager will arrange the printing for you. Please call 4628.
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Software Available in the Library/Lab

  • Word
  • Access
  • Excel
  • Publisher
  • Powerpoint
  • Microsoft Encarta Reference Library
  • Adobe Reader 6.0.1
  • Adobe Photoshop Album 2.0
  • Integrade Pro and Class XP are only available on designated "teacher workstations."
  • a DVD burner is available, but not capable of doing high-volume duplication; copyrighted materials will not be duplicated.
  • PDF's can be created by emailing the document to the ID Lab Manager.
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Suggest a Purchase

If the library collection appears to need more resources in a particular area, please send an email to the librarian describing this. If there is a specific book that you feel would be an asset, you may also forward that information.
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Teacher Check-Out

Teachers may request books on a particular subject for use in their classroom for projects and research. Books may also be placed on "reserve" in the library so that your students may use them, but they may not be checked out. Call ext. 4625 if you would like to use this service.
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Videos/TVs/DVD/VCR

  • The library has many videos available for teacher check-out. They are all cataloged in the OPAC which is available from all computers.
  • TVs and VCR/DVDs must be reserved in advance with the Library Clerk (ext 4625).
  • The process for showing a video is outlined in the Faculty Handbook.
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