Libraries

The Library is considered the hub of student learning at Colegio Roosevelt.

Our Mission

Because we believe that reading is vital, curiosity inspires exploration, and information literacy is crucial, our school libraries cultivate inclusive, vibrant environments that are central to the social and academic life of FDR.

We do this by...

Supporting the curriculum at Colegio Roosevelt
Encouraging critical thinking and research skills through information literacy instruction
Fostering a love of reading
Providing a comfortable atmosphere for reading, study, and research

FDR librarians work with teachers to help students develop a love of literature and to ensure that students learn the necessary research skills to be successful in school.

Our Libraries

Colegio Roosevelt has three libraries to best meet the developmental and instructional needs of students. Visit each library’s website for more information.

The Libru (Early Childhood)

The Libru opened in February 2011. It serves children in EC3 and EC4 with over 5000 age-appropriate books in the collection. The space was designed with the young reader in mind: small furniture, comfy spots to sit and read, natural light and colors, and three open seating areas for lessons and reading.

Children in EC3 and EC4 are encouraged to check out books independently and on a flexible timetable. Students develop their confidence and ability to choose books to their liking by visiting The Libru regularly.

Over the course of the year, students participate in a variety of events and celebrations to foster a lifelong love for reading.

VISIT THE LIBRU WEBSITE

Elementary School

The elementary school library serves students in grades K through 5. Students have access to over 20,000 age appropriate books. ES classes visit the library for lessons in information literacy and research skills. Students are also encouraged to visit the library to check out materials independently so that they can pursue their own personal reading interests.

Throughout the year, the ES library hosts a variety of activities in hopes of fostering a love of reading in our students, as well as to continually help build a community of readers.

Here are some great reading suggestions! Please remember these grade level distinctions are very general.

Databases:
If you have forgotten your username or password, click here!

The ES Library contact:
Joy Crockett
Library Coordinator & Elementary School Librarian

Visit the ES LIBRARY WEBSITE

Middle School & High School

The Middle and High School Library serves students in grades 6 through 12 as well as all other members of our community.

The primary objectives of the library are to support students and teachers in the day-to-day pursuit of excellence in teaching and learning, and to foster a love of reading for pleasure as a lifelong practice. We strive to develop and maintain a current and well-balanced collection of both print and digital resources that meet the academic and leisure reading needs of all our patrons, and to provide an environment where students can work, study, read, and collaborate.

Our collection also includes an extensive assortment of materials focused on the culture and history of Peru.

The teacher librarian works collaboratively with teachers to provide curricular support through the curation of resources accessed via the library’s website, as well as the delivery of lessons promoting information literacy and research skills.

The MS&HS Library contact:
Caitlin O´Neal López
MS/HS Librarian

VISIT THE MS/HS LIBRARY WEBSITE

Collection & Resources

The library collection at FDR includes over 50,000 books, periodicals, and professional titles. A variety of research databases support course assignments. Everything in our collection is searchable via our online catalog, linked HERE.

Library Administrative Team

Joy Crockett
Library Coordinator & Elementary Librarian

Caitlin O´Neal
MS/HS Librarian

Library Hours

The library is open to parents to visit with their child during the following times:

The Libru and ES Library hours for parents [and families] should be as follows: Monday through Friday

Libru: 6:45-7:45 AM

The ES library is open to parents to visit with their child during the following times:

Elementary School:
6:45 AM-7:45 AM & 2:30-3:30 M/TH/F & 12:30-2:45 PM on Wednesdays

The Elementary Library is open most Saturdays as advertised in the Condor Current and on the Elementary Library Website.

The ES Library is closed at 2:30 on Tuesdays so that the Library Team is able to participate in Team Meetings and Professional Development.

Middle School and High School: 6:50-7:45 & 3:30-4:30 PM.
During the hours of 7:45-3:30 PM, the MS/HS Library is reserved for student and teacher learning & closes on Wednesdays at 12:30 PM to participate in Team Meetings and Professional Development.

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