Librarian: Sara Oremland
Library Technician (1 1/2 hours daily, thanks to School Care): Barbara Lewit
Contact us at (510) 558-2528 or by email
Library Hours:
Mon, Tues, Thurs: 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m
Weds and Fri: 7:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m.
The Library is CLOSED during the following class periods:
Mon: 3rd Tues: 5th Weds: 4th Thurs: 7th Fri: 6th
Library Policies and FAQs
Q: Who is the Librarian and the Librarian Technician?
A: Ms. Oremland (a.k.a “Ms. O”) is the Librarian. Barbara Lewit is the part-time Library Tech (1 1/2 hours daily).
Q: Can I talk in the library?
A: This library is very echo-y. If you want to talk, figure out a way to do it softly.
Q: Can I eat in the library?
A: No……definitely, no.
Q: Why not?
A: Ants. Roaches. Ruined carpet and computers. Other really really bad things. Seriously.
Q: What may I use the Internet/Computers for?
A: The internet/computers are primarily for academic use. That’s what they were purchased for. During class time especially, you must focus on your assignment and not other distractions on the internet/computer.
Q: Are there any websites I need to avoid?
A: Please do not use online games or use youtube or online videos for non-academic purposes – they slow down the bandwidth for the whole district and may have inappropriate content.
Q: How many books can I check out and how long can I keep them?
A: 10. If you really want more, talk to Ms. O. You can keep the books for 4 weeks - return them if you’re done early.
Q: What happens if I lose a book?
A: You’ll need to pay for any lost items.
Q: What happens if I return the book late?
A: If the book is more than 1 week late, it will cost 10 cents per book per day the book is late.
Q: May I use my cell phone?
A: Yes, but put your cell phone on vibrate and turn off the keypad tones. Texting only. Go outside if you need to talk.
Q: May I use my mp3 player / listen to music on the computer?
A: If you are here on your own time, sure…just keep your headphones on and the volume at a reasonable level. The library has headphones you may borrow if you need them.
Q: Is the library as awesome as I hear it is?
A: The library is more awesome than you could ever imagine.
