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South Lakes High School Library: About

South Lakes Library Mission:

The mission of the South Lakes High School Library is to ensure that students and staff are effective and ethical users of ideas and information. We seek to empower students to be critical thinkers, enthusiastic readers, and skillful researchers.  

 

Linda Frantz- Head Librarian

Emily Morton - Librarian

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Emily Morton
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Contact:
South Lakes High School Library
11400 South Lakes Dr, Reston, VA 20191
703-715-4554

Hours

Day Hours
Mon/Tues/Thurs 7:30 - 4:00
Wed 7:30 - 4:30
Fri 7:30 - 3:00

Students must have a pass during the school day and after 3:20pm after school. 

***Hours subject to change without notice.***

Book Checkout

Checkouts, renewal, & overdue books:

  • Books may be checked out for 3 weeks.
  • Books may be renewed as many times as needed unless another student has place a hold on the book.
  • Books are marked lost 90 days after the due date.  The book cost is added to your account until the book is returned.
  • While there is no limit to the number of books you may check out, please be mindful of other students.
    • Check out what you need and can be responsible for taking care of and returning on time 

Expectations

  • Be doing something productive in a manner that allows others to be productive.
  • Respect people and their property.
  • Passes are required during the school day.
  • Sign in and out at the circulation desk.
  • Internet use for educational purposes only.
  • Please make the library a safe space for people with allergies -- no food or drink past the circulation desk.

Coming to the Library

When can I come to the library?

  • before school
  • during Seahawk Seminar (with an e-hallpass)
  • during lunch (with an appointment e-hallpass)
  • during class (with an e-hallpass)

Do I need a pass?

  • Yes, unless it's before school

Do I need to sign in and out?

  • Yes, you will sign in and out each time you visit the library.

In this library, who you are, the color of your skin, who you love, and what you believe have value.

You are part of our Seahawk Family, and we're glad you're here. 

Safe Space: Who you are is beautiful