Upper School Library

Lending Policies

• Students may borrow up to 10 library materials at a time for a two-week loan period.
• All materials leaving the library must be checked out at the circulation desk.
• Materials may be renewed on or before the due date unless another patron has placed a hold on the item.
• Students receive an email reminder the day before their materials are due.
• Students may renew materials and place holds by logging into Destiny Discover.
• Overdue notices are sent weekly via email to students’ Graded email accounts.
• Students with overdue materials may not borrow additional items until those materials are returned.
• Borrowers are responsible for the replacement cost of any materials that are lost or damaged while they are checked out.
• At the end of the first semester, materials overdue for more than two months will be considered lost. If the issue is not resolved beforehand, the replacement cost will be added to the family’s next tuition statement.
• At the end of the school year, all students must clear their library accounts. Students and parents will be notified of outstanding accounts by email, letter, and/or phone.
• If a replacement fee has been paid for a lost item and the item is subsequently found and returned to the library in good condition during the same academic school year, the replacement fee will be refunded.

Library Expectations

The library is a welcoming space to discover, explore, imagine, investigate, access information, study, collaborate, complete homework, browse magazines, and read for pleasure. To ensure it remains an inviting and productive environment for all patrons, please observe the following expectations:

• The US Library study rooms are reserved for High School students and faculty.
• Please remember that the library is a shared study space. Speak quietly and be mindful of others who are reading, studying, or working. Students wishing to socialize are encouraged to use the Student Center.
• Students with an Academic Prep block must sign in at the front desk. Please note that space may be limited.
• Wear headphones when listening to music or watching videos, and step outside the library when participating in video or virtual meetings.
• Food is not permitted in the library. Water is allowed.
• Please leave books and magazines on the circulation desk, designated carts, or tables for library staff to reshelve. Do not return materials directly to the shelves.
• Students who do not follow these expectations may temporarily lose library privileges, as determined by the library staff and/or school administration.