Parental Choice Library Book Restriction FormParents may utilize this form to restrict titles their child may check out in the school library. Please complete the form and return it to your child's teacher or librarian. This form is only required when a parent is seeking to restrict access to materials in the media center.
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Media Center Information
Mission Statement
The Mission of the Pine Island Academy Media Center is to instill a love of reading for pleasure and information by connecting our staff, students, and community to various texts and technology resources. Our goal is to foster a lifelong love of learning while inspiring our students to be creative, innovative, critical thinkers through reading, research, and exploration.
Library Hours
7:40 – 2:00
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
7:40 – 1:00
Wednesday
Check out By Grade
Kinder & First – 1 book at a time
Second – 2 books at a time
Third and above – 3 books at a time
Book Return
Books are checked out for two weeks at a time. We are happy to take early returns.
Open Check Out
Open check out is available to all student in second – eighth grade. With teacher permission, visit the Media Center during the day. Simply return your books during library hours and check out new books.
SSYRA 2023-2024
Read SSYRA books from the library, listen to the audiobook, or have someone read it to you. Then come to the Media Center to take the online test to earn a BRAG TAG!
We will create two Battle of the Books teams in January. The Battle of the Books will take place in March. To join the team, read as many of the books on your list as possible and take the test in January. The top 5 scores will be invited to join the team!
Summer Reading
There are TWO ways to play. Either play Reading BINGO or complete the READING LOG.
If you choose to complete BOTH games, please use different books on each activity.
