Ask the Librarian

  1. How long can I keep my library book?
  2. What happens if I lose my library book?
  3. What is a damaged library book?
  4. When can my student visit the library?
  5. Why can't my child check out a young teen book?
  6. What is the AR Race?
  7. How does our school award AR medals?
  8. How does my student earn an AR medal?
  9. What is the point range for each of the medals?
  10. Who are the LVCS librarians?
  11. Who helped make the over 130,000.00 AR tests available?
  12. When do you stop taking AR quizes?



How long can I keep my library book?

Library books are checked out for 2 weeks and can be renewed for 
another 2 weeks, unless the book is very popular. If your 
student has an overdue book you will receive a notice on your 
library day.
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What happens if I lose my library book?

Lost library books need to be paid for by students.  Librarians 
are not able to refund money if the book is paid for and later 
found. Students will not receive their report card/year book if 
they have a missing library book at the end of the school year. 
Damaged books will also need to be paid for or replaced.
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What is a damaged library book?

Books with covers torn off, pages torn out, chewed by pets or 
have had food or drink spilled on them, books with broken 
bindings are all considered damaged books.
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When can my student visit the library?

Your student will visit the library weekly with their class. Go 
to the Library Class Schedule to view their scheduled time. The 
library is also open before school from 7:50-8:10 a.m. and after-
school from 2:50-3:30.
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Why can't my child check out a young teen book?

We have a designated area of the library set aside for our 
middle school students.  If your child wants to read a 
particular title we have in our young teen collection(and they 
are 5th grade and under), they are welcome to check out that 
title at the Livermore Public Library.
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What is the AR Race?

Each class works together through reading books and taking AR 
test to earn points for their class. This race is designed to 
encourage children to read.  It is fun to see their competitive 
spirit between the classes.  This race runs from September to 
May of each year. This years theme will be decided by the classes 
and will be posted when it has been decided.  (Get your creative 
ideas ready!) 
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How does our school award AR medals?

We award AR medals in an assembly.  We will post those dates when 
they become available.  In the meantime.....READ!!  
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How does my student earn an AR medal?

1-2 students must read and take AR tests and earn a minimum of 
25 points to earn an AR medal.
3-5 students must read and take AR tests and earn a minimum of 
50 points to earn an AR medal.
6-8 students must read and take AR tests and earn a minimum of 
75 points to earn an AR medal.
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What is the point range for each of the medals?

1st Grade will earn a bronze medal at 25-49 points; silver medal 
50-74; gold 75+.
2nd Grade students will earn a bronze medal at 25-49 points; 
silver medal 50-99; gold 100+. 
3rd Grade - 5th Grade students will earn a bronze medal at 
50-74 points; silver medal 75-124; gold 125+.
6th Grade - 8th Grade students will earn a bronze medal at 75-99 
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Who are the LVCS librarians?

Margie Foreman and Linda Eschen....see our profiles for more 
information.  
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Who helped make the over 130,000.00 AR tests available?

Our GREAT PTO!!!  Thank you PTO for all that you do for our 
students, teachers and staff.  We appreciate ALL that you do.
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When do you stop taking AR quizes?

In May 2010, we will let you know the exact date when it has been 
decided.  May is a LONG way off, so get ready to read towards our 
goal of 40,000 AR points!! 
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