Library
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Teacher
Copenhaver
Welcome Carver Colts!
My name is Megan Copenhaver. This is my third year as a school librarian. I previously taught K-5 music at Frisco ISD for 8 years, where literacy weaved in everything we learned in the classroom. I also tutored English for 5 years. My husband and I have 2 kids, Alina Grace and John Reed. Alina is in 2nd grade at Carver and John is in preschool.
In our spare time, we LOVE to READ, hike, bake, play board games, and grab a lawn chair to commune with our sweet neighborhood.
I am excited about joining the Carver family as the new campus Librarian!
Come visit the library soon!
Phone: 512-943-5070 ext. 8517
Degrees and Certifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Music from Southern Methodist University
Master's in Library and Information Services from Texas Woman's University
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The mission of the Carver Library is to build a community of readers through a variety of literature experiences, develop critical thinking skills and empower students with tools to become life-long learners and citizens in a global world.
Goals:
The Carver community will create, innovate, inquire and experiment with a variety of technology devices and tools.
The Carver community will interact with literature in a variety of formats and through varied experiences.
The Carver community will expand to include members of our community and global society.
Learn more about GISD Library Services
All students enrolled in GISD schools are eligible for a free public library card.
Contact information
- Megan Copenhaver
- 512-943-5073
More Information
Volunteers
Library Volunteers! ☺ ☺
Interested in shelving books, helping with check outs, or volunteering during the book fair? Join the Library Volunteers group on ParentSquare.
Parent Square Library Group Link: https://www.parentsquare.com/groups/join/8g1q5cdbii
First things first, you will need to (if you haven’t already) fill out a volunteer background check for the district. Here’s the link:
https://gisd.ezcommunicator.net/edu/GISD/ezcomm/VolunteerRegistration.aspx?app=0
Join the Library volunteer group here.
Librarian: Megan Copenhaver
Phone: 512-943-5073
Email: copenhaverv@georgetownisd.org
Birthday Book Club
Join the Birthday Book Club!
The Carver Elementary Library has a very special club called the
Birthday Book Club
Your child’s “membership” includes:
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a new book he/she selects from the Support Our Library website, which will be donated to the Carver Library in his/her honor
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the placement of a bookplate in that selection, commemorating the child’s birthday
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A special Donut Goodie Bag delivered to your child’s classroom by the last Friday of his/her birthday month, including a donut and special prizes!
(Summer Birthdays = “half birthdays” ---> June = December, July = January)
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the birthday child will be the FIRST to check-out the new book from the library
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a photograph will be displayed in the library of Birthday Book Club members
In this special way, you can acknowledge your child’s birthday this year and for years to come by helping our library grow!
You may sign up two ways
1. Use the link to sign up online and choose a book! A notification will be sent directly to the librarian - no paper form is needed!
https://www.btsb.com/sosl/carverelementary2/
2. Complete and return this paper with $15. (cash or check made payable to Carver Library)
Click and print the paper form here.
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¡Únete al Birthday Book Club!
La biblioteca de la primaria Carver tiene un club muy especial llamado
CLUB DE LECTURA DE CUMPLEAÑOS
La "membresía" de su hijo incluye:
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un libro nuevo seleccionado del sitio web Support Our Library, que será donado a la biblioteca Carver en su honor
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la colocación de un ex libris en esa selección, conmemorando el cumpleaños del niño
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Una bolsa de regalos de donut entregada en el salón de clases de su hijo el último viernes del mes de su cumpleaños, ¡que incluye una dona y premios especiales!
(Cumpleaños de verano = "medio cumpleaños" ---> junio = diciembre, julio = enero, agosto = febrero)
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el niño que cumple años será el PRIMERO en sacar prestado el nuevo libro de la biblioteca
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Se mostrará una fotografía en la biblioteca de los miembros del club de lectura de cumpleaños
De esta manera especial, puede reconocer el cumpleaños de su hijo este año y en los años venideros ayudando a que nuestra biblioteca crezca!
Puede registrarse de dos maneras:
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Utilice el código QR para registrarse en línea y elegir un libro! Se enviará una notificación directamente al bibliotecario, ¡no se necesita un formulario en papel!
2. Complete y devuelva este documento con $15 (efectivo o cheque pagadero a Carver Library)
Library Schedule
Students visit the Library with their homeroom teacher. These visits are every week for grades K-2 and every other week for Pre-K and 3-5 levels. Please check the links below to find your child's library day.
Students are welcome to visit the library at any time, with their teacher's permission to select new books.
A Week Class Schedule
B Week Class Schedule
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Library Media Standards
Kindergarten
I Can Statements
I Can:
= Choose a book that interests me.
= Select a book from the Everybody section
= Enjoy a book by listening to the reader or looking at the pictures.
= Use both words and pictures to understand a book.
= Tell the difference between nonfiction and fiction (reality and fantasy).
= Tell you that the author writes the words in a book.
= Tell you that an illustrator draws the pictures in a book.
= Point to the cover, spine and title on a book.
= Follow library rules.
= Carefully use library materials:
Turn the pages of a book carefully, Use a bookmark to hold my place, and Return books to the library on time
= Tell you the setting, characters, problem and solution in a fiction story.
= Tell you facts from a nonfiction story.
= Sit and listen to a story.
= Answer questions about a story.
1st Grade
I Can Statements
I Can:
= Select a “just right/good fit” book with help.
= Choose a book that interests me.
= Enjoy all kinds of books by listening to a reader or by reading them by myself.
= Use both words and pictures to understand a book.
= Use information I know about authors and illustrators to select books that I will enjoy.
= Ask a question about finding a book.
= Tell the difference between nonfiction and fiction (reality and fantasy).
= Understand that the library has different places for different types of books and materials.
= Find books in the Everybody section.
= Find and name parts of a book.
= Follow library rules.
= Carefully use library materials:
Turn the pages of a book carefully, Use a bookmark to hold my place, Keep books safe at home, and Return books to the library on time
= Return a book to its spot on the shelf.
= Work together with others.
= Tell you the setting, characters, problem and solution in a fiction story.
= Tell you facts from a nonfiction story.
= Sit and listen to a story.
= Answer questions about a story.
2nd Grade
I Can Statements
I Can:
= Select a “just right/good fit” book by myself.
= Choose a book that interests me.
= Choose a book that will help me answer my questions, with the teacher’s help.
= Enjoy all kinds of books by listening to a reader or by reading them by myself.
= Find the plot, characters, setting, and main ideas in a book.
= Use story clues and my own background knowledge to take part in a book discussion.
= Use information I know about authors and illustrators to select books that I will enjoy.
= Ask a question about finding a book.
= Tell the difference between nonfiction and fiction (reality and fantasy).
= Find different sections in the media center (Everybody, Fiction, Nonfiction).
= Locate books by authors in the Everybody, Jr Fiction, and Nonfiction sections.
= Locate and name the parts of a book.
= Understand that knowing the title, author and keyword will help me find a book in the library.
= Explain that the purpose of the online catalog is to help locate books in the library.
= Use different parts of a book to find information.
= Begin exploring different kinds of information books with help from the teacher.
= Begin conducting research with teacher assistance.
= Respect media center materials and rules.
= Work cooperatively in a group.
3rd Grade
I Can Statements
I can:
= Select a “just right/good fit” book by myself.
= Choose a book that interests me.
= Choose a book that will help me answer my questions.
= Find the plot, characters, setting, main idea, and author’s purpose in a book.
= Use story clues and my own background knowledge to take part in a book discussion.
= Use information I know about authors and illustrators to select books that I will enjoy.
= Ask a question about finding a book.
= Tell the difference between Nonfiction and Fiction.
= Understand that each book should be in only its spot on the shelf.
= Find different sections in a library (Everybody, Fiction, Nonfiction, Biography)
= Locate books in the Everybody, Fiction, and Nonfiction, sections, asking for help when needed.
= Use a thesaurus, dictionary, encyclopedia, or atlas (print or online) to answer questions, asking for help when needed.
= Locate and name parts of a book.
= Understand that knowing the title, author or keyword will help me find a book in the library.
= Use different parts of a book to find information.
= Know which kind of book to use for the information that I need, asking for help when needed.
= Take notes from a reference or nonfiction book.
= Begin conducting research with teacher assistance.
= Respect media center materials and rules.
= Understand that authors and illustrators own their work.
= Use books and computer resources to create projects to show what I’ve learned.
= Work cooperatively in a group.
4th Grade & 5th Grade
I Can Statements
I Can:
= Select a “just right/good fit” book by myself.
= Choose a book that interests me from different genres.
= Choose a book that will help me answer my questions.
= Describe the plot, characters, setting, main ideas, and author’s purpose in a book.
= Use story clues and my own background knowledge to participate in a book discussion.
= Use information I know about authors and illustrators to select books that I will enjoy.
= Use books, the Internet, and other technology for information and things that interest me.
= Ask questions about finding resources, using information I already know, and asking for help when needed.
= Explain how Fiction and Nonfiction books are organized in the library.
= Locate books in Everybody, Fiction, and Nonfiction sections.
= Use a dictionary, encyclopedia, or atlas to answer questions, asking for help when needed.
= Use different parts of a book to find information.
= Use keywords to help me find information, asking for help when needed.
= Use the title, author or keyword within the online catalog to help locate books in the library.
= Use computer resources to find information.
= Skim and scan different parts of a book to find information.
= Know which kind of book to use for the information that I need, asking for help when needed.
= Understand the importance of accurate information, with adult help.
= Take notes and summarize from a reference or nonfiction source or computer resource.
= Conduct a research project
= Respect library materials and rules.
= Understand that authors and illustrators own their work.
= Use books and computer resources to create projects to show what I’ve learned.
= Create a basic bibliography.
= Work cooperatively in a group.
FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions
When can we visit the library?
The library is open during normal school hours - 7:30 am-3:10 pm. Students will have a library lesson with the librarian either in the library or in their classroom. K-2 will have lessons weekly and 3-5 will have lessons every other week.
Where do we return books?
Students can return books to the library before school or during their regular library time.
How many books can we check out? For how long?
Students are able to have two books checked out at a time and the checkout period is two weeks. However, if you need more time to finish a book, visit the library and Mrs. Copenhaver can renew the book for two more weeks.
I've lost or damaged my book! Now what?
I understand that accidents happen! If a book is lost or damaged, please contact the librarian to find out the cost for the book or purchase a new copy of the same book to donate to the library. Charges for lost or damaged books can be paid with check or cash.
Email: copenhaverv@georgetownisd.org
Office: 512-943-8517
What is the fine for late books?
There are no fines for late books as long as the book is returned undamaged. Unfortunately, you will not be able to check out a new book until we receive the old one. Try to remember to keep books in backpacks!
How will I know if I have late books?
For books more than one week overdue, notices are automatically generated and sent out on Fridays to the email address listed on Skyward. It will include the titles, the due dates, and the cost for replacement if lost.
I don't remember if I have any books checked out! How can I check?
When you log into the Follett Destiny app in Classlink, you can see your account information and what books are checked out. You are also welcome to contact Mrs. Copenhaver in the library or by email to check!