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A complete library is part of the building. A weekly library period is provided for
each child. Our focus is to promote literacy for our students through their library
experience. Introduction to literature, basic library organization and use are
developed during these visits. Technology literacy is introduced through the use of
author websites, our online catalog and use of The World Book Encyclopedia, online
edition. Children are permitted to borrow one book at a time for a two week period.
In order to maintain an adequate collection, students must cooperate to see that
materials are returned promptly and in good condition. If materials are not
returned on time, students will pay a fine of five cents per day. (Absence is
excluded). If materials are damaged or lost, students will be charged the current
replacement price.

The online media center is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. By going to the
library web site, http://www.hudson.k12.oh.us, students and parents may
use the online catalog to look for a book from home, and can access librarian
created pathfinders and INFOhio databases including World Book Kids and
Searchasaurus. Students must type in a User Name & Password when using INFOhio
databases from home. Pathfinders include links to guide students to online
resources about specific research topics.

INFOhio passwords (including Discovery Portal option from the online catalog)
USERNAME: learn
PASSWORD: infohio

Parent/Guardian Classroom Visits

Parents wishing to visit the classroom to observe their children are asked to contact the
teacher in advance in order to avoid conflicts with special subjects and other programs
when children may not be in the classroom. To ensure the integrity of the instructional
program, 24-hour notice for classroom visitation is recommended. Visitation is
considered based on the welfare of our students and staff along with maintaining the
instructional program. All visitors to schools must report to the school office when
entering to receive authorization before visiting elsewhere in the building. Since young
students are easily distracted, please do not bring other children when this type of visit
is made. All visitors must sign in at the office and get a visitor badge.

Parent Involvement

The partnership of the school, the home, and the community is vital to the success of
each of our students. We welcome the involvement of parents in our school;
opportunities exist during and outside the school day. We encourage regular, two-way

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