[ISLMA-Share] lunchtime in the library

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In my hs library, our rule for lunch visitors is simple:

If we have to speak to you to correct a behavior, we won't see you the next
day, week, month, etc.

Our study hall students who prefer the library to the silence of study hall
get
*"A day of reflection"* back in study hall when they interfere with the
balance of other classes, or other study hall students. It's lighthearted
and simple. Students warn their buddies about the horrors of getting "A day
of reflection," and will implore me and my aide to GIVE someone "A day of
reflection" when they bother them.

Funny, but taken seriously. No drama, no babysitting.

On Fri, Apr 8, 2016 at 12:18 PM, Email list for the Illinois School Library
Media Association <islma at list.railslibraries.info> wrote:

> Good Afternoon and Happy Friday!,
>
> Our 7/8 students are allowed to come to the library during lunch (they
> have to eat lunch first). I’m trying to strike a healthy balance between
> not having too many “rules” and having the kids get out of hand and too
> rowdy while here. I feel lately I’ve been baby-sitting a lot.
>
> What are some of your guidelines for students in the library during lunch?
> What tips do you have for creating an atmosphere that’s both welcoming AND
> conducive to working/studying/reading. I don’t need it to be quiet, but I’d
> like to keep it fro being as loud and rowdy as the cafeteria can be.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Patti Fleser
> Library Media Specialist
> Deer Path Middle School
> Lake Forest, IL
> 847-604-7433
> @DPM_Library
>
> President-Elect, Illinois School Library Media Association
>
> "...a library is more than a collection of dusty old books. It is a place
> to learn, explore, and grow!” *Escape from Mr. Lemoncello**’s Library*
>
>
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