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 2 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 is permitted in the library, including during lunch time. Drinks in covered containers are okay.

We look forward to serving our students with their curriculum needs. It is recommended that all students join the Library's Schoology Page (ask for the Access Code) for more information about the library, its resources, and help with school assignments.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Click here for an informational brochure about the library!
  • The NHS Library Book Club meets once per month in the GLC. New members are always welcome! For more information, see the Library Schoology Page or contact Ms. Birro!
  • The NHS Games Club meets every Thursday after school in the GLC. Contact Mr. Duffy for more information!
  • Students who are unable to use standard print materials due to a visual, physical or reading disability, may be eligible to receive free services from The New York State Talking Book and Braille Library (TBBL).
  • If you are an NHS student who is looking for a peer tutor to help you, please contact one of the honor society advisors to see about being paired up with a tutor.
  • 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 clicking here.

SUMMER READING 2024

REQUIREMENTS FOR ENGLISH 9R/9H, 10R/10H, 11R/11H, RCC ENGLISH, AND SENIOR ELECTIVES:

  1. Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury
  2. A second work of your choice

REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS IN AP AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDIES:

  1. Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury
  2. Shallow Waters by Anita Kopacz

REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS IN AP ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND COMPOSITION:

  1. Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury
  2. The Coddling of the American Mind by Greg Lukianoff and Jonathan Haidt

REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS IN AP  ENGLISH LITERATURE AND COMPOSITION:

  1. Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury
  2. Salvage the Bones by Jesmyn Ward

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Sign up for the public library Summer Reading Program where you can read books and earn prizes! Click here to register. *Students who register and participate will earn extra credit in September.*

Looking for book recommendations? Check out this Padlet with suggestions from NHS students and staff!

CONTACT

Ms. Amanda Birro, MLS

Library Media Specialist

(845) 353-7100 X 7705

abirro@nyackschools.org

 

 Mrs. Rosalind Monge

Library Clerk Typist

(845) 353-7100 X 7706

rmonge@nyackschools.org

Yo hablo Español

 

Hours

Monday - Thursday

7:15 AM - 3:15 PM

Fridays

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

*hours may vary. check the whiteboard inside each week*

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 , newspapers, and magazines, students may check out up to three (3) books for a period of two (2) weeks. All books may be renewed unless requested by another student or teacher.  eBooks and digital audiobooks are available 24/7 on Sora.

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 and phone call 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!

Public Libraries

 Nyack Public Library

Valley Cottage Public Library

Ramapo Catskill Library System

New York Public Library

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 the New York Public Library (NYPL). Click Here to apply for a card*

Cite Your Sources

Noodletools

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

 

Turnitin

A plagiarism prevention tool for both student and faculty use. Students must create a username and password. Contact the librarian with any questions.

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.

Digital Magazines

Flipster is a next-generation digital magazine distribution service which lets users access magazines from a variety of publishers through the library. Accessible via a web browser or in the free app for Apple or Android devices and Kindle Fire tablets.

With Flipster, users can download magazines to read offline, anytime, anywhere. Free access is granted while on the school network.

To Use From Home: See the Library Schoology Page for Remote Access ID and PW

New York Times

You must be connected to the network inside the school building in order to have access to our New York Times digital subscription.

Book Database

TeachingBooks assists teachers, parents, and librarians with finding multimedia resources, lesson plans, and links to extend curriculum in the classroom around books. The database features a huge number of fiction and nonfiction books and associated resources, with a heavy focus on materials useful for author studies and introductory lessons. TeachingBooks is provided by the Rockland BOCES School Library System.

24/7 Research Databases

 Supported by the Rockland BOCES School Library System

An assortment of research databases such as Britannica, Encyclopedia of the Earth, and How Stuff Works. 

NY Online Virtual Electronic Library

  

Database provided by the New York State Library

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.

DPLA

The Digital Public Library of America 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.  

Espanol/Ingles

   

Espanol/Ingles

   

Englais/Francais

  

Espanol/Ingles -Englais/Francais