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Library Information

Visiting the Library 

Library hours are Monday through Thursday 7:15 a.m.-3:15 p.m.On Fridays the library hours are 7:15 a.m. to 2:14 p.m. 
 
Students may use the library during lunch periods or if a teacher has written a pass. Students who wish to use the library during lunch periods must eat lunch first and use the third floor restrooms. The north staircase should be used to access the first floor before proceeding south to the library.  Students are expected to stay in the library until the end of the period.
 
There is no eating or drinking allowed in the library.
 
The library is a place for silent study. The lunchroom is a place to socialize.  If a group assignment requires conversation, please consult with Ms. Bramble as to the nature of your discussion. 
 
Students may play chess or other board games during their lunch periods in the library.  
 
You must wear your ID to gain entry into the library! 

Computer and Cell Phone Use 

School work comes first! While you are in the library, you are expected to use electronics for school related work.  If you would like to use your phone for non academic purposes, you can use it in the lunch room.  Library computers and chromebooks are for school work ONLY!  
 
Please remember to log off the computers and push in your chair before you leave the library.

Chicago Public Library Cards

All Von Steuben students are expected to have a valid Chicago Public Library card.  Students will need to a valid CPL library card number in order to access the CPL databases for various research projects. 

Book Check Out

Your ID serves as your library card for checking out materials.
 
Books and magazines may be checked out for two weeks.

Overdue, Lost Materials, Fines

Students with overdue or lost materials will not be permitted to check out any additional materials until they have taken care of their obligations. If library materials have not been returned by May for seniors and the first Monday in June for freshmen, sophomores and juniors, the items will be considered lost and added to a student's debt. 

Printing

Students may print 5 pages of school related work per day. 
Printing of more than 5 pages is not allowed without prior permission.
 
Questions? Email Ms. Bramble at [email protected]