Good children's literature appeals not only to
the child in the adult, but to the adult in the child.
~ Anonymous ~
Meet Our Librarians:

Mrs. Krig is our Elementary School Librarian. She and her puppet friends, Penelope and Peter meet each week with students to inspire and enjoy reading. Ms. Krig encourages and motivates students to read with a number of library incentive programs. She invites everyone to come to the library...often! Contact Ms. Krig at rkrig@ces-richmond.org.

Mrs. Digoy is our Middle Librarian and Media Specialist. She meets with the middle school students once a week for book and author talks, research paper assistance, and other reading and technology activities. She loves reading from the Young Adult book selections and loves talking with the students about the books they are reading! You can contact Mrs. Digoy at kdigoy@ces-richmond.org. Click here to connect to the Middle School Library page.

Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Except for Wednesdays when the library is open until 4:30)

The later hours on Wednesday are primarily to support the research and computer access requirements of our students.

Our mission is to help students develop a love of reading and develop the necessary skills to use information, ideas, and technology ethically, creatively, and critically in order to make intelligent decisions. We want our students to become life long learners.

The Calvary Episcopal School library is a very important facility for the school. It serves students, teachers, staff, and parents. Students use the library for their reference, research, and recreational reading needs. Faculty and staff use includes curriculum development and support materials.

* 17 desktop computers
* Color printer, black and white printer, and scanner
* Internet access is available on all computers.
*Students have access to several online encyclopedias and library catalogs.
*Accelerated Reader is now an internet-based program with over 112,000 reading and vocabulary tests available.

Kindergarteners: 1 book for a period of 1 week
Grade 1: 1 book for a period of 1 week
Grade 2: 2 books for a period of 1 week
Grades 3 – 8: 2 books for a period of 2 weeks

- If a class is involved with a research project, the number of books allowed is increased.
- Patrons should return the books on time and in good condition.
- Fees are assessed for lost or damaged books.
- Patrons with overdue books or fines will lose their library privilege until the matter is rectified.
- Report cards will be held each marking period if student records are not cleared.

The library staff welcomes monetary contributions and donations of books, videos, and materials that are in “gently used” condition and appropriate to the curriculum and values of the school. The librarian will decide whether the materials align with school policy and complement the current collection. The perfect way to donate to the library is to support our Birthday Book Club which adds numerous new books to our library collection and also celebrates your child’s birthday.

1. No food or drinks are allowed in the library.
2. Quiet, considerate behavior is appropriate.
3. The library is open only when a librarian or volunteer is present.

Students (Pre K-8) participate in weekly class library visits to learn book care, library skills, and learn about library reading incentive programs. All students are encouraged to visit the library any time with teacher permission to replace recreational reading books.

Pre K and kindergarten students participate in the .

First grade students participate in the .

Students in grades 2-8 are rewarded for the levels they reach within the Accelerated Reading program. Click here for an

Texas 2 x 2 Reading Program (2008-2009).

Students in (3-5) participate in the Texas Bluebonnet Reading Program (2008-2009).

Students in (6-8) participate in the Lone Star Reading Program (2008-2009).

Grades 1-8 participate in research assigned by the classroom instructor. Students in grades 1-5 use the Big6 research method. Each grade assigns one or more large projects each year. Click here for more information on The Big6 Research Method.

Keep an eye on this area for the dates and description of any special library activities!

We couldn't run the library properly without our wonderful volunteers. If you have a desire to volunteer in the library, please get a hold of Amy Irwin, our library volunteer coordinator.