Welcome to all our new pupils and staff!
And hello again to returning staff and pupils this August!
This post will give you a quick introduction to the library and how it works – pop in and visit soon!
Meet the Librarian
First, I would like to introduce myself – Miss West, the librarian for John Paul Academy.
Here’s a little information about me:
- I joined the school in September 2019
- I love fantasy and sci-fi books and graphic novels
- Inspired by the book The Hundred-And-One Dalmatians, by Dodie Smith, I have a pet Dalmatian
- I enjoy reading, writing, crafting and occasionally baking.
You can find me in the library all day, every (school) day. If you have any questions, need help, or just want a good book chat, pop into the library and say hello!
About the Library
You can find fiction, non fiction, comics, graphic novels, quick-reads and super-readable books in the library. There are books on a variety of topics or genres to suit your needs, whether it’s reading to learn or reading for pleasure!
And it’s about more than books! We also have space for group work, games and crafts. In the library, you can read, write, relax, play, learn and create!
New Feature: The Craft Cart! – Whether you enjoy designing and making useful or fun objects, or you just like to keep your head and your hands busy, there will be something to keep you occupied on our craft cart!
How The Library Works
Here are the basic rules on how you can use the library:
Opening Hours:
- Mon, Tue + Thu – 8:30-3:45
- Wed + Fri – 8:30 – 3:00
- Closed every day from 1:10 to 1:25 for lunch
The Rules
- No food or drink
- No loud music or videos (you can use headphones)
- No running or roughhousing
- Keep the library clean and tidy
- Be respectful to one another
- Follow all COVID guidelines until further notice
Borrowing:
- Check out all books with the librarian before taking them out of the library
- Borrow up to 6 books for 2 weeks each, with 3 renewals
- Return books to the drop boxes in the library when you are finished
- Bring your library card with you every time you visit the library
The Library Online
There are lots of ways you can take part with the library online:
- Teams – On the JPA Library Team page, you can see what we have with Book Browser, ask questions, read Bookmarked: The JPA Library Newsletter, join competitions, play games and more!
- To join, just search ‘JPA Library’ on Teams or ask in the library for the Team Code.
- Apps – You can also use your library card to browse and borrow eBooks, audiobooks and eMagazines with the Libby app, Borrowbox app, or online at glasgow.overdrive.com. You can even stream and download music for free with your library card using the Freegal app.
- All you need is your library card number and your 4-digit-PIN. If you’re not sure what this is, just pop in and ask the librarian.
