Library Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When is the library open?

A: The library is open daily from 7:25am until 2:30pm. 

Q: When can students come to check out books?

A: The library is open to all 2nd-5th graders from 7:25 - 7:45 for early morning independent checkout. Preschool, kindergarten and 1st grade have a 30-minute scheduled class each week.  Second through fifth grade teachers may schedule a class checkout.  All other instruction is scheduled based on need and curriculum alignment.  Kindergarten and 1st grade teachers may also collaborate with me on a project in addition to their normally scheduled class. 

Q: How many books can students check out?

A: The number of books that students can check out is determined by their grade level. Kindergartners check out one book at a time and first graders can have up to two books at a time. Grades 2-5 may check out three books at a time.

Q: How long can students keep their books?

A: Materials can be kept for up to two weeks before they are due back to the library. Students may renew a book for 2 more weeks if they need more time to finish reading the book.

Q: What if a student has an overdue book?

A: We don't charge fines for overdue books. I do send reminders home when a book is overdue. At the end of the second quarter students must clear their library accounts before checking out new items.

Q: What if a book is lost or damaged?

A: I understand that accidents happen! There is no charge for a lost or damaged book but we accept donations of $5 or $10 to help purchase replacement books for our library. You can make a donation online at www.k12paymentcenter.com (select Estes Hills Library Donations).