Welcome to the Nyack High School Global Learning Commons
Library Biblioteca 圖書館 գրադարան bibliothèque perpustakaan
ライブラリ thư viện 도서관 ห้องสมุด fale faitautusi knjižnica
библиотека könyvtár knihovna taman pustaka maktabadda مكتبة
The library has print materials, non-print materials, electronic resources and more available for all students. Students may use the library during their study hall, lunch or cafe option period. Students who wish to use the library during study hall must report to study hall first, have attendance taken and get a pass from their study hall teacher. Only 4 students per study hall may receive a pass to the library. These students must remain in the library until the end of the period. During “option” periods, students must remain in the library for the entire period. Students who wish to come to the library at any other time during the school day must have a pass from a teacher or administrator. Students should be engaged in something productive, working independently or in small groups, doing classwork or homework, reading or studying. No food or beverages are permitted in the library, including during lunch. The only exception is water in a sealable container.
We look forward to serving our students with their curriculum needs. It is recommended that all students join the Library's Schoology Page: V2FK-PCBH-J73N9, for more information about the library, its resources, and help with school assignments.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
- Click here for an informational brochure about the library
- Library Covid-19 Procedures can be viewed by clicking here
- It's time to Read Woke! As part of the districtwide Mattering Campaign, our high school students are being challenged to read more diverse books. Click here to learn more!
- The NHS Library Book Club meets once per month. New members are always welcome! For more information, see the Library Schoology Page or contact Ms. Birro!
- Click here for instructions on how to log into school computers and learning platforms (i.e. Schoology)
- Tech Trouble? Fill out a Help Desk Ticket by following these instructions
CONTACT
Ms. Amanda Birro, MLS
Library Media Specialist
Ms. Bernice Culpepper
Library Clerk Typist
Phone
(845) 353-7142
Hours
Monday - Friday
7:15 AM - 3:15 PM
FROM THE LIBRARIAN
Welcome
Hello! I am Ms. Birro, the Library Media Specialist at Nyack High School. I look forward to helping students find the resources they need to accomplish both academic and personal tasks. One of my goals is to have the Global Learning Commons (Library) support each student so they may achieve their maximum potential as 21st century learners. I aspire to create a welcoming environment for all while following the American Library Association's Bill of Rights as it pertains to equity, diversity and inclusion.
Borrowing Items
With the exception of reference books, textbooks and magazines, students may check out up to three books for a period of two weeks. All books may be renewed unless requested by another student or teacher.
Overdue Books/Lost or Missing Items
Notice of an overdue book is first sent to the student. Students should ask to renew the book if they need more time with it or return it immediately. If a book or other item that is property of the library is lost or damaged, the library will send an email or letter home. Students/Parents/Guardians have the option to replace the item with a new one directly to the library or a check can be made out to Nyack Public Schools for the cost of the item so that it may be replaced. Students/Parents/Guardians should contact the librarian with any questions.
If you have any questions, comments or concerns about anything, please don’t hesitate to contact me. I look forward to working with you all!
Summer Reading 2021
Summer Reading is due by the last week of September. It is NOT due the first day of school. Students will get credit for reading two books, extra-credit for joining the public library programs and participating. If students complete it, they get full credit; if they don’t, they get exempt. Please visit the Nyack Library or Valley Cottage Library in-person or online for more details about their Summer Reading Programs. Additional resources can also be found on the NHS Library Schoology Page.
Summer Reading Letter from the English Department
Summer Reading Suggestions from the Public Teen Librarians
SCHOOL LIBRARY CATALOG
OPALS:
OPen-source Automated Library System
A library catalog is a register of all items found in a library. Check out OPALS to see what we have at NHS!
Public Libraries
Nyack Public Library
Valley Cottage Public Library
Ramapo Catskill Library System
Click Here to apply for a Nyack Public Library Card
Click Here to apply for a Valley Cottage Public Library Card
*All NYS residents over the age of 13 can get a library card from NYPL. Click Here to apply for a card*
ILL & COSER
ILL stands for Interlibrary Loan. This is the process for borrowing books between libraries. Librarians can request items for students or teachers that they may not have in their own library.
COSER is an acronym for COoperative SERvice and is a regional educational support program housed at a BOCES in New York State. This allows participating schools to purchase books with state funds. These books are housed at each library and are available to all schools through interlibrary loan. Books are strictly non-fiction and each school is assigned a range of Dewey Decimal numbers they can order books from. This avoids all schools purchasing the same items.
If we don’t have a book here, we can get it from another library! Just ask the librarian!
Cite Your Sources
A subscription-based website that assists users step by step to create a bibliography in MLA (Nyack District required), APA or Chicago format. Each student must create a username and password to use. Contact the librarian with any questions.
Avoid Plagiarism
A plagiarism prevention tool for both student and faculty use. Students must create a username and password. Contact the librarian with any questions.
Research Database
Includes over 40 databases, many funded by NOVEL, New York State Library. The two databases funded by the Nyack School District are Student Resources in Context and Science in Context. Click "all cross-searchable products" and click "select all" then enter your key words in the search bar.
To Use From Home: See the Library Schoology Page for Remote Access ID and PW
Research Database
Includes the database Advanced Placement Source among others. Click on Ebsco Host Web then click "select all" and click "continue".
To Use From Home: See the Library Schoology Page for Remote Access ID and PW
Research Database
An online encyclopedia, it also includes eBooks, periodical articles, timelines, activities for students and website links.
To Use From Home: See the Library Schoology Page for Remote Access ID and PW
24/7 Research Databases
An assortment of research databases such as Britannica, Encyclopedia of the Earth, and How Stuff Works.
Video Database
Infobase Classroom Video On Demand
To Use From Home: See the Library Schoology Page for Remote Access ID and PW
eBook Database
Infobase Secondary eBook Collection
The collection includes a wide range of subjects—from ancient history and biographies, to mathematics, animals, nature, and more with access to more than 5,200 acclaimed eBooks from the award-winning Facts On File, Chelsea House, Ferguson’s, and Bloom’s imprints. These eBooks are unlimited, simultaneous use.
To Use From Home: See the Library Schoology Page for Remote Access ID and PW
NY Online Virtual Electronic Library
Database provided by the New York State Library
DPLA
The DPLA offers photographs, books, maps, news footage, oral histories, personal letters, museum objects, artwork, government documents,ebooks and more, free and available in digital format. It offers primary source sets which include teaching resources. To explore the eBook content, from the main page select the tab "DPLA PRO" and then scroll down to eBooks. You can browse the open book shelf.
eBooks and Audiobooks
The Sora app, by OverDrive, was designed around the modern student reading experience. It empowers students to discover and enjoy eBooks and audiobooks from their school, for both leisure and class-assigned reading. Sora uses your school credentials to authenticate students and faculty. Whether you’re reading for class or for fun, Sora’s eBook reader makes it easy! Ask the librarian if you have any questions.
Book Database
NY Heritage Digital Collections
New York Heritage is a research portal for students, educators, historians, genealogists, and anyone else who is interested in learning more about the people, places and institutions of New York State.
Espanol/Ingles
Espanol/Ingles
Englais/Francais
Espanol/Ingles -Englais/Francais
Wall Street Journal
New York Times
Full access is granted when using the Internet Explorer browser while on the school network.