Media Center

Media Center

 

The mission of the Xavier High School Galluzzo Media Technology Center, which is open from 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, is to:

 

  • Prepare students who are ethical and effective users of information.
  • Provide a variety of materials and resources necessary to implement, enrich, and support the curriculum of the school.
  • Partner with faculty members in integrating information literacy skills with the curriculum in individual disciplines, as well as encouraging cross-disciplinary study.
  • Foster positive attitudes toward learning and encourage reading as a lifelong activity.
  • Provide materials dedicated to aiding the faculty, staff, and administration in continuing their professional growth.

 

 

About the Media Center

Circulation: Books and magazines may be taken out of the Media Center for a three-week period and may be renewed if they are not in demand.  Reference materials and DVDs may be taken out for one week.  An online library catalog that lists the Media Center’s holdings by author/title or subject is accessible from the Library Resources group in OnCampus or the link below.

Research Databases: There are several online databases available for use. These are accessible from any web browser with a username and password, which can be found on the Library Resources group in OnCampus.  The link can also be found below.

Computers/Printing: The Media Center has laptops and chargers available for students to use and borrow on a short-term basis.  Students also have access to a computer lab area with desktop computers.  The Media Center printer is available for student use, free of charge.  

Audiovisual Equipment: A collection of A.V. materials and equipment including a photocopier, scanner, cameras, LCD projectors, audio books and DVD players is also available.

Atmosphere: The Media Center provides a supportive environment that encourages learning, collaboration and relaxation while ensuring students are effective users of information and technology.  A wide variety of resources are available for both educational and recreational purposes.

 

Important Links:


Please see the Library Resources group in onCampus for additional information, as well as user name and password information for the databases.