Media Center
Explorer Library Media Center Information for Students
We are open for the students during the following times:
Before School - Library Media Center opens up at 8:30 a.m.
During Lunch - LMC opens at 12:40 p.m. No food or drink (other than water) is allowed in the Library Media Center.
After School - Library Media Center will close around 4:00 p.m., except on Early Release days, which will be 1:00 p.m.
The Library Media Center will be open for students to:
- Read
- Study
- Complete homework
- Troubleshoot a Chromebook or obtain a loaner for the day
Love to Read?
We're proud to offer a variety of library resources for our students – both in hard copy and as eBooks. We use a system called Follett Destiny for library (media center) resources.
Destiny Discover (sometimes called Follett Destiny) is our web-based library catalog and resource that can be used on any device that is connected to the internet. It allows students, staff, and families to:
- See all of the books — both hard copies in print and digital eBooks — available in our library system.
- View book information, including copies available, a description of the book, reading level, and reviews.
- See suggestions of related subjects.
- Make a list of book selections.
- Create a bibliography from a book list with the touch of a button.
- Write reviews.
- View your student's Destiny account, which includes materials from both the library and the bookstore allowing families to access check-out history.
To find out what's available in our library:
You can explore Destiny Discover as a guest to see book titles available, or you can log in using a student single sign-on account.
Accessing Student Library History
If you would like to access your child's library history, visit Destiny Discover or contact your school's media center.
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Once in Destiny Discover, click “Login” located in the top right corner of the screen.
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Select “Single Sign On” as the option to sign in.
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Log in with the authentication portal using your child's PVSchools username and password. Once logged in, you should see your child's name in the top right corner of the screen.
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Click the “My Stuff” option and then choose “History” to view your child's check-out history.
Helpful Tips
Checking Out Books: A valid Explorer ID must be presented in order to check out a book. The easiest way to find a book is to use the Destiny Discovery website. A student may have two (2) Library Books checked out at a time. This does not include Class Novels. Books should be returned to the library as soon as the student has finished using the book.
Loan Period: The loan period for general circulation is two (2) weeks.
Renewals: Students may renew books as needed, unless the book has been placed on hold by another student.
Reference Books: For library use only, no checkouts permitted.
Overdue Notices: These are emailed to the student and teachers every Wednesday. Severe overdue notices (more than 60 days overdue) will require the student to make a call home to have an adult help remind them to bring the book.
Lost and/or Damaged Books: If the book cannot be found or repaired, the student will be billed for the replacement cost. At the time of check-out, the student must check the book for any previous damage that has not been documented. Do not “dog-ear” pages; use a bookmark, they're free!
Behavior: There is no loud talking in the library. Students with inappropriate behavior or computer use will lose the privilege of using the library for a specific length of time depending on the severity of the infraction.