EYCI Library and Information Services
East York Library - Resource Centre
The EYCI library is an amazing learning commons with a wide selection of print and online resources. It provides students and teachers with current, contemporary material supporting curricular needs and a diverse community. Teacher Librarians value, promote and teach effective research techniques for both print and electronic resources. As the largest interdisciplinary classroom in the school, the Library offers tremendous opportunities for diversified instruction and caters to different interests and learning styles. The East York Library provides a safe and supportive learning environment for every student. Facilities include electronic databases, electronic encyclopedias, e-books, study carrels, a computer lab, individual computer workstations and seating areas for study groups. Students are required to use their Student Cards to borrow print materials and for the use of computers. Outside of the school, the TDSB supports student research at home with a wide variety of resources that can be accessed online. Please refer to the directions below for home access.
Library Resources include:
Fiction and Nonfiction books, Graphic Novels, Reference books, Magazines as well as a wide variety of Digital Resources.
Library Volunteers:
The library provides opportunities for students to earn volunteer hours towards their Diploma. Students are welcome to inquire and fill out an application.
Borrowing from the library:
Students may borrow up to 5 items at one time and should return items by the due date, with up to 2 renewals. Students are responsible for damaged or lost library materials and a replacement cost may be charged.
Special Events:
Throughout the year there are many special events such as author visits and speakers in the library. Check out the library bulletin board in the hall for more information.
Food or Drink:
Students may not consume any food or drink in the library except water.
Your TDSB Virtual Library is open 24/7 from school or home, with digital resources and tools to help you, your teachers and families with your learning. For access to the Virtual Library from home connect to www.tdsb.on.ca/library or through your AW login.
On the Virtual Library, click on the right navigation bar and/or the icons on the centre of the page to access resources. Read Watch Learn includes links to ebooks, databases, encyclopedias and other tools for Kindergarten to Grade 12 student use. Make and Do leads to a variety of creative links such as Book Creator and WeVideo. Français leads to French-language resources. The Find page includes curated links to organizations outside of the TDSB. Information Literacy leads to a variety of research-related resources. MyLibrary leads to the EYCI AW Library page. Educator Resources connects to material for teachers. Parent and Family leads to a variety of links of interest to parents and caregivers. Virtual Library Supports provides extra help and information to aid you in your use of our virtual resources.
At-home use sometimes requires passwords, which can be found on the Library Website using the Passwords link.
Library Use:
· No food or drink (except water) is permitted in the library.
· As in the rest of the school, cell phones are not permitted in the library.
· Research and study are the primary focus of the library.
· Classes take priority; students on spares can visit if space allows.
· Students are expected to adhere to the East York Student Code of Conduct.
· During classes students must have teacher permission to visit.
· Students using computers must follow the TDSB Online Code of Conduct.
· Social networking and gaming sites are not permitted.
· Computer privileges will be revoked for inappropriate use.