Staffing is sufficient to provide class sizes of 18 in primary and 24 in intermediate grades, with each classroom having a teaching assistant. The Marlin Elementary School library is staffed half-time by Mr. Turchyn, the Media Specialist. He is currently assigned to Marlin on Monday and Thursday full days, as well as Wednesday mornings. The library relies on parent volunteers and the media specialist is very thankful to Denise Hoke, Marion Fix, John Taylor, Ellen Arnholter, Samantha Ayres, Pat Baxter and others for their time and energy spent with the library. The library is a busy place with all classes scheduled at least once during the week.
All students are encouraged to explore their interests through reading and research.
The primary students are read to each visit by Mr. Turchyn. Additionally, library skills are taught at appropriate levels to all students. Mr. Turchyn has a personal Web page with some links that are useful for students as well.