Library
School Library Introduction
The SAS library coordinates with teachers to promote literacy, a love of literature, and “effective users and producers of ideas and information.”
The SAS librarian:
• provides literacy instruction for students and staff including evaluation and analysis of the credibility, relevance, and currency of information
• provides materials that support curriculum for staff
• provides education for students to be critical producers and users of information
• promotes a culture of readers through classroom book talks, individual reading recommendations, and recognizing student interest by displaying student “READ” posters
• develops a relevant collection of fiction and non-fiction accommodating reading choices for all students
• manages resources to support teaching and learning
• provides guidance and promotion of literature circle titles
• provides motivation and guidance for students to read for enjoyment and understanding
• creates a positive atmosphere inviting students and staff to feel welcome using their library
Library Resourcecs
Databases
Worldbook Encyclopedia
Encyclopedia of Careers
Seattle Times
Gale Virtual Reference Library
World History Encyclopedia
Encyclopedia of U.S. History
History Study Center Opens a New Window.
Encyclopedia of American Immigration
CultureGrams
Arts and Humanities Through the Eras
ProQuest
Opens a New Window.SIRS Researcher
SIRS Web Select
eLibrary
Encyclopedia of Diets
UXL Complete Health Resource
UXL Encyclopedia of Diseases and Disorders
UXL Encyclopedia of Drugs and Addictive Substances
Career Cruising
Catalogs
Student Resources
Library Policies
Quick Reference
- The Library is open 7:30-2:45 except early release Wednesdays
- The Library is open during lunch Mon/Tues/Wed
- Books can be checked out for three weeks at a time.
- All books can be renewed after the initial three weeks.
- We do not have library fines at SAS, but if you lose or damage a book, students are responsible for it's replacement.
- All students have access to King County Libraries with their school ID. See Cheryl for details.
Library Hours:
The library is generally open from 7:30 AM to 2:45 daily, except for early release Wednesdays.