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J. Fred Sparke Elementary School

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The Sparke Library Media Center is available to all students and staff throughout the school day. Our library houses many picture books, chapter books, nonfiction books, magazines and much, much more! During the year, students will learn general library procedures and policies as well as valuable research and literacy skills. Our goal is for the students to be comfortable in a library setting and become responsible lifelong learners.

Each class has a scheduled 45-minute library period. During this time students listen to stories, are introduced to information and research skills, explore, check out/o renew books.

Mission Statement

It is the mission of the School Library Media Center to ensure that all students develop the skills that are necessary to become independent, capable, and competent information users and lifelong learners. These skills include the ability to locate, access, evaluate, organize, integrate, use and communicate information and ideas from a wide variety of sources and formats. Library instruction, therefore, integrates information skills into curriculum units rather that teaching them in isolation. Student centered research projects are developed and coordinated through a cooperative effort with classroom teachers. These hands-on activities recognize the standards set by the State of New York.

Library hours: 11:00am - 3:30pm

Mrs. Alana Kenedy
Library Media Specialist
Telephone: 520-2131
J. Fred Sparke Library Website

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Internet Safety Rules

    • Never Share Personal Information Online: This includes your full name, address, phone number, or any other information that could identify you.
    • Think Before You Post: Once something is online, it's hard to take it back. Be careful about what you share on social media or other websites. Be a good digital citizen.
    • Don't Talk to Strangers Online: Just like in real life, you shouldn't talk to strangers online. If someone you don't know messages you, don't respond.
    • Tell a Trusted Adult: If something makes you feel uncomfortable online, tell a parent, teacher, or another trusted adult right away.

    By practicing these behaviors, students can become responsible and respectful digital citizens who contribute positively to the online community