Marcus HS Library Weekly Update
Ms. McGinnis and Ms. Virant
October 26 - October 30, 2020
Happy Halloween!!
This last update of the month is filled with fun stuff!!
A Halloween book trailer from a book that can be found on Destiny eBooks.
Presenting definitions of a “superhero” which is our library theme for this year.
I also found a cool virtual jigsaw puzzle website that you can explore.
Also included some horror books you can find in our MHS library media center.
And last but not least some Halloween craft ideas!!
Have an amazing week and be safe this Halloween weekend!
Don't forget to change your clocks back one hour!!
Ms. McGinnis
Marcus HS Library Media Specialist
Ms. Virant
Marcus HS Library Aide
Happy Hallow’s Eve by Vivian Vande Velde
Define a superhero -
FEAR A short story collection by R.L. Stine
Dreaming Darkly by Caitlin Kittredge
The Cemetery Boys by Heather Brewer
You can gross people out when they feel inside decorated boxes without looking at what they are touching.
Some fun ideas:
Hair – yarn, corn silk or a wig
Brains - cooked spaghetti
Heart – peeled tomato
Eyeballs - grapes
Tongue - banana
Teeth - popcorn kernels or small gravel rocks
Fingers - carrots or hot dogs
Nose - Carrot
Fingernails - almond slivers
Be COVID Safe this Halloween weekend!!
October 19 - October 23, 2020
Hello!!
Welcome to a new nine (9) weeks!!
We are starting a new nine (9) week period. Wishing you guys all the best!!
This week’s newsletter update is more technology focused providing tips and reminders to help every student.
We are also sharing two new activities from our local public libraries. Mini-Con 2021 by the Flower Mound Public Library and a Virtual Teen Hangout with the Carrollton Public Library. Information about both of these is available below.
Don’t forget to stop by anytime you have any questions. We are here to help you!!
Stay safe,
Ms. McGinnis
Marcus HS Library Media Specialist
Ms. Virant
Marcus HS Library Aide
TECH TIP #1
1 - Know Your Domains:
There are different types of websites, but not all of them contain trustworthy information. If you are looking up something for school, stick to websites with these domains:
.org = official organizations
.edu = educational (universities, research centers)
.gov = government
TECH TIP #2
2 - Keep Track of Your Passwords. Everyone has many passwords nowadays with schools, multiple email addresses, gaming, social media, etc. Find a plan that works for you and keep it updated.
TECH TIP #3
3 - Always log out and sign off. Don’t leave yourself open to having others see your information.
Mac log out screen
iPad doesn't need to be logged out
Windows log out screen
TECH TIP #4
4 - Use the correct charger when charging your school iPad. This is important to have your iPad run properly and stay charged longer.
TECH TIP #5
5 - Read your emails, it could be important information. Remember to clear out your emails and keep them organized. You can create folders for classes, restaurants, etc. Colleges and universities use email to communicate with you and you might lose out on a scholarship or roommate assignment. Jobs may use email to send your schedules or approve requested time off.
iPad Troubleshooting Tips
Local Library Information
FMPL - Flower Mound Public Library
FloMo MiniCon 2021
Email Flower Mound Public Library
Carrollton Public Library - CPL
October 13 - October 16, 2020
YAHOO!
You did it!!
First nine weeks are almost over!!
Short and sweet for this update…...three and a half day week!!! Monday off, exams Thursday and Friday, which is a half day.
I have included some study tips. Reminders are always good when preparing for exams. The schedule is listed below as well.
The library still has new books available. Come in and check one out. Curbside pick up is also still available for virtual students.
NEHS students we have listed a link for you to get Library Service Hours for your point sheet.
Added some current data for the library media center.
Wishing you the best of luck this week.
Ms. McGinnis
Marcus HS Library Media Specialist
Ms. Virant
Marcus HS Library Aide
Some Helpful Ideas on How to Study for Midterms
Make your own study guide.
Break studying up
Stick to a schedule.
Start early.
Organize a study group.
Stay well-rested.
Turn off your cell phone & avoid social media.
Take breaks.
Try a relaxation technique.
Do your best!
Come check out our new books!
Look at all the cool new books in the MHS library media center!
For virtual students click the link below or the picture above for curbside delivery.
Friday, October 16, 2020 Release time is at 12:20pm
October 5 - October 9, 2020
Hello!!
Hello,
Welcome to a new month, new newsletter background and lots of information!! Exciting!! Can’t believe it’s October already!!
I have archived the August and September weekly updates, if you would like a copy just email me.
Finally starting to feel a little more like Fall around here. Reminder no school next Monday, October 12th.
I have re-shared the coloring sheets to easily access. Coloring is a great stress reliever as you start to prepare for midterms or finals on October 15 -16. I’ve also shared more stress relievers in preparation for next week.
Also, sharing two presentation platforms that are fun to check out. Slidesgo and Slidesmania are two creative ways to put together Google Slides or PowerPoint slideshows.
Reposting access to Sora, Destiny and Mackin - reminders that they are a huge resource of online materials for reading pleasure or research.
A reminder about our LISD Level Orange status and what that means - please wear those masks and wash your hands. Thank you for keeping each other healthy.
Also, reposting the ClassLinks/LHub access along with our MHS Library Media Center website link.
See you around!!
Ms. McGinnis
Marcus HS Library Media Specialist
Ms. Virant
Marcus HS Library Aide
Owl Coloring page
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1--7t9oz8zbLjR86RLtoPu48qM6VjZilTnrJhSzi5x7o/edit
Trick or Treat Coloring page
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PUUnTwYxa9vQkXSEBc-d_CrjtcNTg-HUJynXeu1Io5Y/edit
Some of My Favorite Stress Relievers
Creative presentation platforms...Slidesgo.com and Slidesmania.com
Slidesgo
Slidesmania
SORA app
Click the picture or access the URL below.
https://soraapp.com/library/lewisvilletx
Destiny Discover - Follett
Click the picture or access the URL below.
Mackin
Click the picture or access the URL below.
https://lewisville.mackinvia.com/dashboard?mknsid=4aa2fcad-567c-486e-a8aa-3cb4624cf279
Marcus High School Library Media Center
Ms. Virant, Library Aide
Email: mcginnisn@lisd.net
Website: https://www.lisd.net/domain/2628
Location: 5707 Morriss Road, Flower Mound, TX, USA
Phone: 469-948-7010
Twitter: @MarcusHSLibrary