LENDING
Books and audio may be checked out for 2 weeks.
E-books may be checked out for 2 weeks.
Magazines may be checked out for 1 week.
Some reference materials may be checked out overnight.
PLEASE NOTE: If a student is missing a book or has fines from RGMS or another school they may only check out 1 item until their fine is paid or the item returned.
E-books may be checked out for 2 weeks.
Magazines may be checked out for 1 week.
Some reference materials may be checked out overnight.
- Pre-K: parents may check out 1 item
- Primary: 1 item (must stay in school)
- Lower Elementary: 2 items
- Upper Elementary: 2 items, 1 renewal
- 6th Grade Academy & Middle: 3 items with renewal
- Teachers: 15 items
PLEASE NOTE: If a student is missing a book or has fines from RGMS or another school they may only check out 1 item until their fine is paid or the item returned.
CHECK IT OUT
- Use our online catalog Destiny to search by title, author, subject, or series.
- Use shelf markers while browsing.
- Bring items to the circulation desk for check out. Just follow the red line!
- Bring back items by due date stamped and place them in the Book Return.
PAYING FINES
RGMS Library does not charge fines for late items. Please return your items on time.
To ensure that everyone has equitable access to library resources, parents will be responsible to repay the cost of items that are lost or damaged beyond repair. Fines may be paid in person by cash or check. If you find an item that you paid a fine for that amount will be refunded upon receipt of the item.
Log in to your Destiny account to check on what's checked out, when items are due, or what fines are owed.
To ensure that everyone has equitable access to library resources, parents will be responsible to repay the cost of items that are lost or damaged beyond repair. Fines may be paid in person by cash or check. If you find an item that you paid a fine for that amount will be refunded upon receipt of the item.
Log in to your Destiny account to check on what's checked out, when items are due, or what fines are owed.
CITIZENSHIP
Students will practice SPARK behaviors in the Library and Computer Labs:
Students will exhibit mastery in Digital Citizenship:
All visitors must adhere to Prince George's County Public Schools Code of Conduct.
- Safe
- Productive
- Awesome in Achievement
- Respect
- Kindness
Students will exhibit mastery in Digital Citizenship:
- Online Safety
- Citing Sources & Avoiding Plagiarism
- Evaluating Internet Resources and Information
- Digital Footprint and Reputation
- Netiquette and Collaboration
All visitors must adhere to Prince George's County Public Schools Code of Conduct.
TECHNOLOGY
Students and staff have access to wifi-connected computers. Students may bring their own devices for educational use only. All users must adhere to Prince George's County Public Schools Acceptable Use Policy found in the Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook.
Students may print up to 5 pages per day. Staff may print up to 15 pages per day.
Students may print up to 5 pages per day. Staff may print up to 15 pages per day.
DIVERSITY
The library adheres to the American Library Association's policy for Diversity.
RGMS Library Diversity Mission: Committed to providing an inclusive, accessible physical space with multi-modal intellectual access. The program strives to provide accessibility within digital and analog technologies. The curriculum will be differentiated to provide each child with a personalized experience that meets their learning needs and preferences. The collection will represent and reflect a global community, as well as the community served. The librarian is trained in cultural competency within information services.
RGMS Library Diversity Mission: Committed to providing an inclusive, accessible physical space with multi-modal intellectual access. The program strives to provide accessibility within digital and analog technologies. The curriculum will be differentiated to provide each child with a personalized experience that meets their learning needs and preferences. The collection will represent and reflect a global community, as well as the community served. The librarian is trained in cultural competency within information services.
INTELLECTUAL FREEDOM
The library adheres to the American Library Association's Library Bill of Rights.
The library is committed to providing appropriate materials in all formats and protecting the intellectual freedom of all its patrons. The library will reject bias and discrimination within its collection and support the free exchange of ideas amongst its patrons.
The library is committed to providing appropriate materials in all formats and protecting the intellectual freedom of all its patrons. The library will reject bias and discrimination within its collection and support the free exchange of ideas amongst its patrons.