Northwestern Library Media Center

"What a School Thinks of its Library is a Measure of How it Feels About Education."
-Harold Howe, former U.S. Commissioner of Education"

Media Specialist: Ms. M. Smith-Evans

Hours of operation: Monday thru Friday - 9:00 a.m. - 4:10 p.m.

Mission:
The Library Media Center is the hub of Northwestern High School. It is used to enrich the curriculum by providing teachers and students with a variety of resources for research and recreational reading. The primary purpose of the Library Media Program is to ensure that every student has the opportunity to become independent, effective, responsible, and creative users of ideas and information.

Student Access:

During Class

All students must have a pass from their classroom teacher and a current student ID. Passes from substitute teachers will not be accepted.

During Lunch

All students must get a Library Lunch Pass (LLP) from Ms. Smith-Evans before 9:10 am, for their specific lunch period on that day.

Rules and Regulations

When using the Library Media Center, students are expected to follow the Student Code of Conduct. No food or drink is permitted. Talking must be kept at a minimum. Students should be focused and ready to work on their learning activity assignment.

Important Resources & Links
PGCPS Virtual Library - http://www.thinkport.org
Professional & School Libraries Online - http://destiny.pgcps.org
Sailor - http://www.sailor.lib.md.us
TeachingBook.net - http://www.TeachingBooks.net/home
World Book Online Reference - http://www.worldbookonline.com