The library strives to provide a collection that is current, supports the curriculum, and reflects the needs and interests of students and faculty. The main goal of the library program is to help students develop skill and enjoyment in their reading and to develop their ability to use the library for reading and research. Faith-based content is infused in the collection and lessons. The library curriculum includes read-aloud, book talks, author studies and instruction in library organization, use of the card catalog, and research skills. Students is grades Kinder through 5th visit the library weekly for a 45 minute story time or skills lesson, along with book check out. Middle school students visit the library for book check out with their reading teacher twice a month. K3 and K4 students from the CDC visit weekly for story time and related activities. The library is staffed by Mrs. Terri Stamm, a licensed school librarian. The collection consists of approximately 16,000 items, including books, magazines, reference materials, audio books, DVDs and videos and bilingual materials. A professional library, containing books and periodicals, is maintained by the librarian and is located in the Staff Workroom. Desktop computers, laptops and some iPads are available for use, with full internet access and Wi-Fi. The library is fully automated for catalog and circulation using the Follett Destiny system. The library catalog link is Library Online Catalog https://olphselma.follettdestiny.com The library also provides the following programs on campus:
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