Library Lunch Survey

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STRHS Book Club

First meeting Monday October 21st @ 2:15


At this meeting:

• We will set a date for the first book discussion.
• We will decide on books to read for the next two sessions, so bring your ideas for future book club selections.

The Kindles are here!

Pick one up in the library today...

Kindles are coming to STRHS!

Starting October 7, there will be two Amazon Kindles for students to check out!

FAQ:
Q: Can I take the Kindle home?
A: Yes!  Provided you return a permission slip from a parent or guardian first.

Q: There isn't a book I want to read on the Kindle.  How can I get the book I want?
A: Talk to Ms. Y in the library or fill out this form to make a request

Q: How long can I take the Kindle out for?
A: You can take the Kindle out for two weeks at a time.

Q: I have another question- who should I ask?
A: See Ms. Y or Ms. Kleis

It's Banned Books Week!

Every year, libraries get thousands of challenges to books in their collections.  Librarians fight for the freedom to read for all people by advocating to keep books on the shelves.  Support banned books week by reading a banned book!

 

 Check out the display on the "brown hallway" side of the library for more information.

Billboard voting is on

Summer Reading book billboard voting is on!  Fill out the ballot below:

Welcome Back!

Welcome back to school!

Thank you all for your patience with the computer updates- the computers are up and running in the library and you'll see the COWs out in your classrooms in the next few days. 

Stay tuned for exciting events and new offerings from the library; including a book club and Amazon Kindles to check out!

Summer is approaching...

Just because the STRHS Library is closed for the summer, it doesn't mean you don't have great resources at your fingertips.  All the databases in the library are available 24/7 over the summer.  And don't forget the public library!  There are some great programs for all ages including wool and water color painting, a Chinese cooking class, and a program on rescued rain forest animals. See the Southwick public library website for more information:

Summer Hours:

Monday 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Tuesday 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 

Wednesday 1:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. 

Thursday 10:00 - 5:00 p.m. 

Friday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Summer is just around the corner...

That means it's time to start thinking about summer reading!  Use the form below to make your suggestion for a great summer reading book.  If the library doesn't have it already, we will do our best to get it before summer.

Get a Boston Public Library e-card!

As a Massachusetts resident, you are eligible for a Boston Public Library e-card.  This gives you access to e-books, music, and video resources. 

Don't worry, you don't have to go to Boston to get the card- sign up by clicking the link below:

April is Poetry Month

"NOT cool Robert Frost!"

Actually, Robert Frost was pretty cool, but so is KidPresident.


Can you think of alternate endings to these famous poems? How do I love thee? Let me count the ways.
"Sonnet 43", Elizabeth Barrett Browning


Do not go gentle into that good night, Old age should burn and rave at close of day;
"Do Not Go Gentle Into the Good Night", Dylan Thomas


Because I could not stop for Death, He kindly stopped for me.
"Because I Could Not Stop for Death", Emily Dickinson


I saw the best minds of my generation destroyed by madness.
"Howl", Allen Ginsberg


And it was at this age ... Poetry arrived in search of me. I don't know, I don't know where it came from, from winter or a river.
"Poetry", Pablo Neruda


She walks in beauty, like the night Of cloudless climes and starry skies.
"She Walks in Beauty", Lord Byron

A Better Way to Save Your Work

Are you tired of losing flash drives or frustrated when they burn out unexpectedly?  Try using Google Drive. It works a lot like emailing a document to yourself, but will organize your documents like a flash drive.  If you have a Gmail account, you can start using Google Drive right away:

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STRHS Spring Musical

This weekend!

New Name for STRHS?

A story in The Westfield News suggested that STRHS may get a new name.  Some suggestions are:

Cobble Mountain Regional Middle/High School,
Provin Mountain Regional Middle/High School,
Congamond Lakes Regional Middle/High School,
Congamond Valley Regional Middle/High School, or
Trap Rock Ridge Regional Middle/High School.

What do you think of these suggestions?  Take the poll to share your opinion or add your own suggestion.

Check out the new Student Reviews!

What are STRHS students reading? Find out by visiting the new student recommendations page!
(Click on the image below)




Would you like to contribute?  See Ms. Y to add to the student reviews!

Spirit Week!!!

Don't miss the Spirit Week festivities February 4-8.
Monday at 1st Lunch- Oreo Cookie Challenge
Wednesday at 2nd Lunch- Shake Your Booty Challenge
Friday at 3rd Lunch- Duck in a bucket Challenge

Tuesday there will be an assembly featuring J-Line

And don't forget to add coins to your class jar- The coin collection will be held in the cafe. Students will collect coins for their class.  The winning class will receive all the profits from the other class's collections.