Media Center
Welcome to the Media Center
The SJ Media Center is a flexible, active learning space that supports reading, technology, teaching, learning, research, and collaboration.
Students have opportunities to explore books and genres, use technology, conduct research, create, collaborate, and engage in meaningful conversations. The media center supports learning across all content areas and provides a variety of experiences that connect literacy with classroom learning.
Collaborative learning experiences may include storytimes, technology activities, research, content-area lessons, and hands-on learning experiences. The goal is to create a welcoming space where students can read, explore, create, and grow as learners.
Angie Embry
Media Specialist
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We want every student to have the opportunity to discover books they love and build a lifelong love of reading!
Pre-K: Pre-K students begin visiting the media center in January.
Kindergarten and first grade students may check out one book at a time. Books may be kept for one week.
Second grade students may check out two books at a time. Books may be kept for one week.
Third through fifth grade students may check out two books at a time. Books may be kept for two weeks and may be renewed for an additional two weeks if needed.
Students are encouraged to choose books that interest them, explore different genres and topics, and take good care of their library books. Books should be returned in the same condition in which they were checked out.
Books not returned after one month will be considered lost, and payment for the replacement cost of the book will be requested. However, we would much rather have the book returned! If a book turns up after payment has been made, please contact the media center.
Moving to a New School? Please make sure all library books are returned to the media center before your student leaves SJES. This helps us keep our collection ready for all of our Eagles!
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In Destiny Discover, you’ll find books, eBooks, audiobooks, and a variety of other resources to help you read, explore, and learn. There’s always something new to discover; happy reading!
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What is a makerspace?
Our makerspace is a part of our media center where students can come and create, experiment, and work together on a wide variety of projects.
What can students do in the makerspace?
Students use a variety of high-tech and low-tech tools to create and build in our makerspace. They may learn some more advanced skills, such as how to build and code a robot, design an object to print using our 3D printer, or use electronics and coding kits to make cardboard creations move. They may also design their own creations using cardboard, construction paper, and/or other craft materials. In addition to this, they may also choose to build on our Lego wall or with kits such as Straw Builders or K'Nex. We have activities available for all ages, skills levels, and interests.
What are the benefits of participating in makerspace activities?
Not only do students get the benefit of learning how to use a variety of tools and kits, but they also build creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking skills along the way. Students learn the importance of perseverance when trying out a new tool or creating a new invention. They learn to take a step back when things don't work as they had planned, then to make adjustments and try again. The makerspace is also a place where students get to explore their interests and be creators of their own content and designs.
When can students visit the makerspace?
Our makerspace is open during our regular media center hours during the school day. Students are able to visit the space as time allows in the classroom and they have permission from their teacher to do so.
Please contact our media specialist, Angie Embry at angie.embry@jcss.us if you have any questions.