Southwest High School Media Center
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Southwest High Library Hours
Q: What hours is the media center open?
A: The media hours for the 2009-2010 school year are 7:15 - 4:00, M - F . In addition, we will be open 27 Saturdays this school year. Check out our Saturdays at LSW brochure for more information.
Materials & Equipment
Q: How long may I have a book, magazine, or audiobook that I borrow?
A: Books and audiobooks can be checked out for three weeks. Magazines can be checked out for one week. Reference books can be checked out for overnight use with the library media specialist's permission.
Q: How often may I renew materials?
A: Items may be renewed repeatedly unless another student requests the materials, then we ask that that items be returned within the time period allotted.
Q: What audio visual equipment is available to students for school projects?
A: Students may borrow a boombox, tape recorder, digital camera, or digital video camera for school related projects. Students will be required to submit a permission form which includes the signature of the supervising teacher. Audio visual equipment may not be removed from school premises as per district policy.
Fines
Q: Are there fines for materials not returned on time?
A: Yes. Fines accrue at 5 cents per day.
Q: What if I lose or damage materials or equipment that I have checked out from the library media center?
A: Students are responsible for any loss or damage to materials or equipment.
Interlibrary Loan
Q: May I borrow books from other schools in the district?
A: Yes. Contact your library media specialist if you need interlibrary loan assistance.
Q: Does the media center coordinate interlibrary loan with Lincoln City Libraries?
A: No. You will need to visit the Lincoln City Libraries to borrow materials, however, you may access the Lincoln City Libraries online catalog in the LSW Media Center.
Q: Does the media center coordinate interlibrary loan with Love Library at UNL?
A: No. We can, however, issue a form that will allow you to receive a student card for Love Library at UNL. Contact Ms. Logsdon or Mr. Cornwell if you are interested and are 16 years of age, as this age minimum is a Love Library requirement. You can also access the UNL Love Library online catalog in the LSW Media Center.
Academic Databases
Q: What online databases are available for home use?
A: All the great resources you use at school are available at home; click our Databases page for LSW students and remember to use the "Home Access" table . These links are found at the bottom of the page. To access the databases away from school, login to the LSW Database Passwords.
Crediting Sources
Q: Where can I find information that will show me how to cite my sources?
A: Click here for access to websites which will assist you in creating MLA or APA bibliographical citations for reports: