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    Alexander II Magnet School

    Vision

    E2- Our challenge is for every student to exceed expectationsMission

    Utilizing a curriculum that is rich in math, science, and technology, we seek to motivate all

    students to become confident, self-directing lifelong learners

    By

    Stephanie WohlFRIT 7132

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    Table of Contents History of Alexander II

    Professional Educator Dedication Statement

    by Becky Greene Tribble Media Center Demographics

    Media Center Pictures and Explanations

    Current Floor Plan

    Survey Results

    Revised Floor Plan

    Current Media Center Policies and Applicable Updates

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    History of Alexander IIAfter the request of the Alexander Free School Board in 1901, construction of Alexander

    II was complete in 1902.

    Due to the increase in students, the school added 6 more classrooms in 1920.

    The Elam Alexander Fund added an auditorium in 1940.

    Alexander II was designated as a Magnet school in 1979, the first Magnet school inGeorgia. As a result of the communitys request, Alexander II focused their efforts on

    math and science.

    In 1981, Alexander II was the recipient of funding for restoration work.

    Alexander II was named a Georgia School of Excellence in 1984, 1993, and 2001. Its

    academic program has consistently been recognized as one of the top programs in BibbCounty.

    In the fall of 2007, Alexander II Magnet school was recognized as a National BlueRibbon School of Excellence by the US Department of Education.

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    ProfessionalEducationDedicationStatementBy

    Becky Greene

    Alexander II Media Specialist

    Respectful of every student, parent, and staff member

    Excited about encouraging a life-long love of learning

    Advocate of the meaningful use of all types of technology

    Dedicated to meeting the needs of the entire Alexander II Family

    Ensures a positive, welcoming environment in the Media Center

    Relishes the opportunity to explore the world of literature with all children

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    Tribble Media Center

    Tribble Media Center is located in the center of the main hall in Alexander II. The

    facility is accessible to all classrooms, the office, stairwell, and is directly across the

    hall from the elevator.

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    Tribble Media Center

    Demographics

    TMC has one full time media specialist and one part-

    time clerk

    There are approximately 553 students (K-5thGrade)

    and families who utilize the media center

    TMC serves 45 teachers and staff

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    Circulation Desk and Book Drop-off

    The circulation desk is to the left of the front doors. The media clerk and

    Media specialist have a complete view of the media center from this area.

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    Workroom Office

    The workroom and office are both located behind the circulation

    desk.

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    The Reading Nook Story Time Area

    The Reading Nook is used as a quiet area when students come in to the media center

    on there own. The furniture was bought and paid for by PTA. The chairs are the right

    size for the k through 2ndgraders. The paintings on the wall are actual works of art

    done by students at Alex II. The Story Time Area is for classes who have a reserved

    time with the Media Specialist.

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    Production Room

    The production houses the equipment used for the daily morning announcements. With the

    help of Mr. Bill Tribble, retired Executive Editor of a local television news department,

    Alex II broadcasts a news program that showcases student-produced feature stories. This

    newscast is produced live on Friday mornings and rebroadcast on Bibb County Board of

    Educations News Channel.

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    The Stacks

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    Computers, Printers, Scanner, and

    Tables

    There are 7 computers

    available for student and

    faculty use in the mediacenter. There are also 3other computer stations

    that are used to locate

    books. There are 2

    printers and 2 scanners

    available for students andfaculty to use.

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    Autographed Books and

    Magazines

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    Circulation Desk

    Table

    Chair

    MS Office

    Biography

    Production Rm

    Reading Bench

    Closet

    Computer

    Printer

    Scanner

    Encyclopedias

    Work Room

    Book Stack

    Reading

    Nook

    StoryArea

    Book

    Drop

    Window

    Professional

    Tribble Media Center (Current Floor Plan)

    Magazine

    Rack

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    Student Survey Results

    Favorite Things

    16%

    52%

    5%

    11%

    16%

    Everything

    Books

    Tech/Book Fair

    Magazines

    Computers

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    Student Survey Results

    Least Favorite Things

    37%

    13%18%

    13%

    13%

    6% Nothing

    Can Not Make BooksNeed More Books

    Magazines

    Appearance

    Seating/Benches

    Need Longer StoryTime

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    Teacher Survey Results

    Favorite ThingsWhen asked what their favorite part about the media center at Alexander II, the teachers

    surveyed said the many resources available for teachers use, flexible scheduling, and technology

    support were their most favorite things.

    The atmosphere, a comfortable and welcoming environment, is another favorite among not only

    the teachers that were surveyed, but some parents who frequent the media center and volunteermany hours at the school.

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    Teacher Survey Results

    Least Favorite Things

    The negative responses were a bit more varied. Negative is not really the right word.

    These responses only seem to reinforce the positive aspects of the overall media centerprogram. The most negative response was needing more space and books. Other than

    that, one survey asked for more help for the media specialist because she couldaccomplish so much more. Other surveys asked for more time.

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    Teacher Survey ResultsWhat would you want added to your

    Media Center?

    Storage space in the work room

    Paper rolls for convenience and storage

    Comfortable seating area for the 3rdthrough 5thgrades

    Benches and rug for story time

    Smaller table and chairs for the K-2ndgrades

    More Books!!!!

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    Tribble Media Center (Revised Floor Plan) Circulation Desk

    Table

    Chair

    MS Office

    Biography

    Production Rm

    Reading Bench

    Closet

    Computer

    Printer

    Scanner

    Encyclopedias

    Work Room

    Book Stack

    Reading

    Nook

    Story

    Area(Stadium

    Seating)

    Book

    Drop

    Window

    Professional

    3rd-5th Grade

    Reading Area

    Magazine

    Rack

    K-2nd Seating

    Area

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    Media Center Improvements

    Rug for Class Story Time

    https://www.schooloutfitters.com

    $329.99 for 78 x 109

    Bench for Class Story Time

    http://www.csnlibraryfurniture.com

    Starting at $325.00 12x 14x 16

    Children's Tri-Base Reading Table

    https://www.schooloutfitters.com

    $984.99 25H

    American Series Straight Back Library Chair

    https://www.schooloutfitters.com

    $199.99 14H

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    Media Center Improvements

    Tennsco Carton Storage Rack

    for workroom

    http://www.librarysuppliers.com42" X 30" X 57"

    $304.00

    8-Roll Vertical Rack

    for workroom

    http://www.dickblick.com

    46" high 25" square

    $629.00

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    Seating Area

    for3rd-5thGrades

    Himalaya Seating

    $745.00

    Himalaya Seating

    $745.00

    Himalaya Table

    $487.00

    http://www.uslibraryfurniture.com

    An engaging world culture theme is great for children's rooms

    Carpet Round Our Planet

    7' Diameter

    $577.00http://www.gaylordmart.com

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    New Books! New Books!

    $14.95

    $26.60

    $16.95

    $13.65

    $16.99

    $16.95

    $16.99

    $25.90

    $12.95

    $16.99

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    Current Media Center Policy

    Accessibility

    The Georgia Board of Education Rule 160-4-4-.01 requires that each school library media

    center be accessible for both individual students and groups simultaneously throughout the instructional

    day during each day of the school year. The library media center should have times before and/or after

    school to accommodate students.

    Tribble Media Center is available for students 15 minutes before classes officially start inthe morning, and again for 30 minutes after school. The media center operates on a flexible

    schedule. Tribble Media Center, the resources that it has to offer, are available to the students andfaculty as they are needed for instructional purposes.

    Criteria for Allocation of Instructional Funds

    Funds for the purchase of instructional media, materials, and equipment are allotted on a

    per pupil basis as required by Board and Department of Education Policy.The final Tribble Media Center budget for this past year was $8673.00. This amount is

    obtained by multiplying the FTE by the $15.31 (the state allotment per child.)

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    Current Media Center Policy Material Resources

    The library media center will contain a complete materials collection that consists of current media,

    Books, reference resources, and periodicals in print and electronic formats that support student learning,

    the curriculum, and the instructional program.

    The library media center will provide a balanced collection of a minimum of 10 books per student.

    Tribble Media Center has approximately 14 books per students and there are currently 553 students

    enrolled in Alex II.

    Square Footage Requirements: Georgia Public Schools Minimum Requirements for FacilitiesPlans

    The library media center space requirements are 2925 for a FTE of 526-551. This figure is

    computed by using inside dimensions of a room, square footage of support spaces in suites (storage room,office, etc.) may be included.

    StaffingA school shall employ a full time Media Specialist for each base-size or larger school. A school

    system shall provide a no less than half-time services of a Media Specialist for each school less than basesize and shall provide adult supervision in the media center for the entire instructional day.

    Tribble Media Center has one full time Media Specialist and 1 part-time Media Clerk.