Media Center Website Resources
OGES Media Resources for Staff
Where Do I Find General Resources to Help with My Instruction?
Visit the Media Webpage!
https://education.fcps.org/oges/mediacenter
This site includes many resources that can be accessed both in and outside of school. I will be highlighting different parts of it throughout the next few months.
Navigating the Media Page - 24/7 Resources
If you should need a password, be sure to click "Click here to access the database passwords" (please note, I am currently working to update some of these passwords as there have been updates). If you encounter any issues, please let me know.
- LS2 Kids - This is our library catalog or OPAC. This specific version is designed to be user friendly for students in grades K-2. This version uses picture images to assist students in finding series and topics of interest.
- LS2Pac - This is also our library catalog or OPAC. This specific version is designed to be user for all users in grade 3 - adult. This version uses a search feature to find, authors, titles, and topic. A carousel of specific resources is also located at the top.
- Axis 360 - Here you can find digital eBooks and audio books available to all FCPS staff and students. This resources can be accessed through the computer or via an app on your phone or tablet. Resources can be borrowed one at a time, and put on hold as needed.
- Capstone - Here you can find digital eBooks that can be accessed by multiple students at one time. In addition, students can move through the resource at their own pace. They can read on their own or have the text read to them. These titles are specific to our school.
- Google Classroom - This program is available to staff and students through their FCPS GAFE account. Teachers can set up online classes to deliver content and activities digitally. Students can access these classes through a class code or by direct enrollment by a teacher.
- Google Drive - This program is available to staff and students through their FCPS GAFE account. This is used to create, save, and organize Google Docs, Google Slides, Google Sheets, Google Forms, Google Drawings, and more.
Vocabulary
- OPAC - Online Public Access Catalog; The location in which you will find books and digital resources available through the library; At FCPS this is also know as LS2Pac and LS2Kids.
- FCPS GAFE - Frederick County Public School Google Apps for Education
Thank You!
- How to search for a book in our school library.
- Where to locate OGES databases.
- How to access our eBook collection (Capstone & Axis 360).
Additionally, I will be providing information on:
- Self-Checkout for teachers.
- Accessing resources available through the public library.
- Using FlipGrid.
Throughout the year I will continue to share additional information and help with topics of interest.
Contact Information
OGES Library Media Center
Email: jennifer.lungociu@fcps.org
Website: https://education.fcps.org/oges/mediacenter
Location: 5898 Hannover Drive, Frederick, MD, United States
Phone: 240-236-2415
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OGESMediaCenter
Twitter: @OGESMedia