General Checkout Information:

• A student must present his or her Michele Clark ID to check out books.
• Students may have up to 5 books checked out at a time.
• The loan period for library books is 2 weeks (excluding school holidays).
• Students may renew a book twice, provided that it has not been reserved by another patron.
• One reference book may be checked out for a shortened loan period of 3 days.

Overdue, Lost, or Damaged Books:

• Students are charged 5 cents per book for each day a book is late.
• If a student has lost a book, he or she must pay for the book.
• The fine for a damaged book will be assessed based on the extent of the damage.

While in the library, students are expected to follow all school rules and to adhere to the CPS Student Code of Conduct.

A student who visits the library during school hours must bring a pass (unless he/she is with a teacher). This pass must be issued by the faculty member who is responsible for the student during that period, even if the student is at lunch.

Please note the following rules:

• Students should wear uniforms and display IDs while in the library.
• Electronic devices such as cell phones, MP3 players, or game boys should be used outside of the school building.
• Food and drinks should be enjoyed in the lunch rooms, outside of the library.