To provide accurate and current information in a variety of formats, the library makes effective use of information technology. The on-line catalog allows users to search for materials in the library's collection by key word. Since the automated circulation system is integrated with the on-line catalog, students can immediately determine whether the book is on the shelf, checked out, or on reserve. The library's FAX machine allows interlibrary loan requests to be filled quickly. A library account to the Internet provides access to endless resources on the worldwide network of computer networks.
Students come to the library for book selection and browsing periods with their reading teacher.
Subject area teachers schedule class time in the library for students to learn the skills and sources necessary to complete research assignments. Teachers also send individual students or groups of students to the library from their class to work on research questions or assignments. Students are encouraged to use the library during exploratory periods and after lunch to continue work on their research. All research assignments, required by classroom teachers, can be completed in the middle school library. The school library collection is developed to support the curriculum, and, often the school library has more information on assigned topics than the public library.