Library

Welcome to the West Essex High School Library!
Our inquiry-based, student-centered, future-ready library media center is committed to building a school-wide culture of multimodal literacy that inspires students to read deeply, think critically, research skillfully, and produce and engage with media ethically as they prepare for college and career.
Visiting the Library: A Few Gentle Reminders
- The Library is a shared, safe, and inclusive space accessible to everybody in our learning community.
- Outside of instructional time, students are encouraged to use the Library for study, research, and recreational reading.
Library Etiquette
- If you need help with anything—anything!—just ask.
- During instructional time, work quietly. Do not disturb in-session classes or other library users.
- Beverages in secure containers are permissible; food is prohibited.
- Strive to return borrowed materials promptly.
- Clean up after yourself before leaving.
Class, Lunch, and Study Hall Visitors
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Regardless of the time or reason, students must present a physical ID to enter the library.
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During instructional time, students cannot enter without a Securly pass.
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The librarian encourages lunchtime visitors to plan on eating in the cafeteria before or after stopping in. The librarian reserves the right to restrict the number of students entering during lunch.
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Students coming from Study Hall must remain in the Library for the rest of the period. The librarian reserves the right to restrict the number of students entering from study hall.

Important Resources
Library Staff
Mr. Todd Barnes
