Each group walked from the Davis Education Center to Orange Coast College's campus. Della Marna began each tour by briefing the students on library etiquette. For example, you should know how long a book may be checked out, and what the fines are for overdue books. Please be quiet and talk softly so you will not disturb others who are studying. At the Davis Education Center Library, books may be checked out by students for one week, Monday through Friday.
Students are limited to checking out two books at a time.
Della Marna told the fifth and sixth graders that OCC allows students to check out as many as 10 books at a time, for up to three weeks. The OCC reference librarian pointed out some web site addresses that are of particular interest to kids. She then showed them the library's reference area, photo copy area, microfilm machines, typing and computer rooms, group study rooms, periodicals area, book stacks, and the section where children's books are kept. I hope the tours give the kids an appreciation for what the library has to offer, and starts them thinking about college. A number of students asked me questions about what it's like to be a college student, and what kinds of classes and majors are available.