Crest Ridge Elementary Library
Library Redesign Project
Needs Assessment
Our library does not have enough space to adequately serve the needs of our students. There is not enough room for more than one class to use the library at a given time. Collaboration between teachers and including the librarian cannot exist due to the space limitations. Large out of proportion furniture is not suitable for our elementary students and there is not enough open floor space. The large tables make it nearly impossible to have small groups working. Students also need to be given more opportunities to express themselves and their learning through the use of technology. By remodeling our library, we can use new and existing spaces to make it more conducive to learning and improve our student achievement.
Goals and Objectives
Goal 1: Create a floor plan which is more suitable to the needs of elementary students.
2011-2012 School Year
· Remove five large rectangular tables and replace with eight smaller round tables (Total cost approximately $1000 through www.demco.com). Existing chairs will be used.
2012-2013 School Year
· Remove large island and replace with three 36” search stations located on the ends of permanent shelving (Total cost approximately $1000 through www.demco.com).
2013-2014 School Year
· Create a more comfortable atmosphere by adding additional seating areas.
o Bench seating can either be purchased or built by maintenance staff (Approximate cost of $450 per bench through www.demco.com).
o Various seating cushions can also be purchased for flexible seating for under $30 per cushion through www.demco.com.
· Create a story time area for younger students using a floor rug and appropriate decorations (10'9"Wx7'8"D Oval rug approximately $450 through www.demco.com).
Goal 2: Create a space that increases student achievement through the use of technology and collaboration.
2011-2012 School Year
· Begin collaboration activities with 2-3 core teachers. Share success of collaboration.
· Create usable virtual library that students can access at school and at home.
· Rearrange new and existing furniture to make space more effective for small group collaboration.
· Introduce teachers to new ways of teaching and learning through using Web 2.0 tools.
2012-2013 School Year
· Assist in adjusting the building schedule to allow for more open library/collaboration time.
· Continue collaboration, expanding to more teachers and subject areas.
· Promote use of Web 2.0 tools in classrooms.
2013-2014 School Year
· Remodel existing storage closet into a media production room by purchasing a photo/video lighting kit to use with our existing photo and video cameras (Purchased through www.demco.com for approximately $350).
· Increase integration of Web 2.0 tools in instruction and collaboration, aid teachers in doing the same.
Evaluation
Throughout redesign
· Is project being completed according to plan? Do adjustments need to be made?
· Is student achievement being positively impacted?
· Are students and staff utilizing resources being offered?
After redesign
· Is the library space more suited to the needs of elementary students?
· Did the redesign allow for greater collaboration between teachers and librarian?
· Are students able to utilize the library resources more effectively?
· Are students and staff becoming more proficient in use of Web 2.0 and media production tools?
Dissemination
Throughout the project, progress and information will be shared with the school board and district stakeholders. A blog (or similar tool) will be set up to show the improvements and the impact they have on student learning. Teachers and students will be asked to help in the process of sharing the information.
Local Resources and Budget
Budget for the library redesign (not including construction of additional space) will not exceed $10,000.
District maintenance crews will be in charge of removing the large island and remodeling of the storage closet. They will also assist in overseeing the completion of the entire project. The district technology department will be asked for assistance in moving the search stations and creating the production room and the specifics involved in it, such as wiring and cables.
Fundraisers, such as book fairs, will be conducted to support the cost of the project. PTO will also be asked to assist in funding.
Project Images
Floor Plans
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