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Mrs. Wendy Gustin
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Ms. Monica Parrish
Computer Tech,
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ALA Great Web Sites
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Book Shelving Practice
Book Awards Links
Dewey Challenge Game
Kids Read
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Reading is Fundamental
Recommended Reading Lists
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How To Shelve Books

Volunteer Schedules:
September - January
February - June 2012

 
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A big THANK YOU to all the volunteers who made this year's Book Fair a success! We can't do it without you!
Printer Cartridge and Cell Phone Recycling
The Media Center is accepting these items for recycling; drop them off anytime! However, please check the List of Qualified Items before you bring them in. Copier toner and broken or damaged cell phones are not accepted.
Thank you for supporting your school!
Parent Resources
Did you know we have a number of books, CDs and videos available for parents to check out? Topics such as Parenting, Homework Help, Self-Esteem, helping Beginning Readers, Speech, and many others. Contact Dr. Reese or Mrs. Gustin for more information.


Media Schedule
Computer Lab Schedule

Book Checkout Policy


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Check back in the Fall for the
Broadcast Team Schedule!

Broadcast Crew Job Duties:
Anchor(s)
Camera Operator
Mixing Board Tech
Headend Room Tech


Books are checked out for 1 week, and may be renewed on a weekly basis for a maximum of 4 weeks (unless the item has a "hold" placed on it.)

Overdue Notices: Overdue notices are run on Monday of each week. Occasionally, a book is not checked in or out correctly, resulting in an inaccurate overdue list. If you have questions or concerns about an overdue notice please contact the Media Center.

Maximum Checkouts per Week:
DK - 1 book
Kindergarten
 
- 1 book (1st semester)
- 2 books (2nd semester)
1st Grade - 2 books + 1 magazine
Grades 2-5 - 2 books + 2 magazines


Take a tour through our Media Center!
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Reading Kids  Studying Hard  Reading Pals
Our instruction area  Our work area  Special Collections
Beginner Readers and Rookie Non-Fiction  A cozy place to read.  Seasonal and highlighted books

Computer Lab
Computer Lab  Laptop Carts  Practicing our typing!

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Mission Statement
Costello Elementary will utilize best practices to increase achievement for all.

Michigan Blue Ribbon Exemplary School