-About the Library-

Hours—7:45 AM until 3:30 PM.  The library will be open during lunch.


                                         Donna Padgett - Media Special

                                          dpadgett@dewitt.k12.ar.us

                                         1614 South Grandview Drive

                                     DeWitt, AR. 72042

                                    870-946-4661


Rules

  1. It is important to keep a quiet environment for research, reading, and study.

  2. All school rules apply in library.  Please respect all equipment and materials.

  3. No food, drinks, or gum are allowed in the library. (The librarian or administration will designate any exceptions).

Book Check-out

  1. Students are responsible for books checked out in their names and should return books on time and in good condition.

  2. Books are checked out for two weeks and can be re-checked if needed.. No more than 2 book can be checked out to one student at a time.

  3.  Fines: Students will pay a fine of  5 cents per day per book overdue.

  4.  The student may not check out any more items until the fines or cost of book is paid..

Computer Use Rules

  •  Computer and Internet access is for educational use and research only.

  • E-mail, chat, games, music or other online communication is not allowed on campus.

  • Please get permission before using computers.

  • You must get permission from librarian before printing.

  • Anyone not following computer use rules will be prohibited from the use of these computers. 

Philosophy

The library media center is a critical element in the complete educational process of the students.  Students and teachers are expected to function in the Information Age; therefore, the media center must provide access to the equipment and resources needed to fully utilize needed information.  The Board of Education of DeWitt School District supports the principles of intellectual freedom inherent in the constitution of the United States and expressed in the “Library Bill of Rights,” the student’s “Freedom to Read” statement, and the student’s “Freedom to View” statement of the American Library Association.

Mission Statement

The mission of DeWitt Public Schools is to provide all students equal and equitable access to a safe and nurturing learning environment in which they can grow mentally, physically, socially, and technologically into capable and productive citizens. The DeWitt High School Library Media Center supports that vision through the creation of learning environments that encourage intellectual and social development leading to productive citizenship. The library mission is to promote the skills, experiences, and confidence that will enable young adults to use libraries and information resources for lifelong learning.

Educational Goals

1. To  provide materials which support the curriculum and learning.

2.To provide equitable access to a variety of information materials, taking into consideration individual needs, interest, abilities, diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, variance in language, and maturity levels of the students served.

3.To provide materials which reflect all sides of issues, beliefs, and ideas for the purpose of  guiding students in becoming critical thinkers who can understand varying perspectives.

4. To develop a collection of popular print/non-print materials of high interest that attract students to reading for pleasure, recreation and personal interest.