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Welcome to The Library Media & Research Center
Mrs. Pritchett
Media Specialist
" Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body."
Joseph Addison
Progressive Academy of Creative Education
PLAN FOR EXCELLENCE
MISSION
- To work with students, parents, and staff in a positive manner to bring about a positive change in students academics and behavior.
VISION
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To rise above negative perceptions and develop a student population of successful individuals with positive attitudes, academic success, good character, respect for others, and high self esteem.
KEY FOCUS ACADEMICS & BEHAVIOR
GOAL
- To increase the academic ability of students and to change negative behaviors of students to positive behaviors.
OBJECTIVE
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To work with students, parents, and the community to increase the level of positive attitudes, self respect, respect for others, and academic success on our students.
Note: Please check with Media Specialist for scheduling. Students may not enter the Media without a hallpass.
"Basic Reference Sources"
Reference Books
Reference Books are publications consulted for specific facts or information on a given subject.
Reference books are located in print form and may be accessed in non-print on line through Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) and the internet.
Dictionary
A dictionary is a book of alphabetically arranged words with the definition. The two kinds of general dictionaries are abridged and unabridged. An abridged dictionary is shorter than an un-abridged dictionary.
Biographical Dictionary
A biographical dictionary is a reference book consisting of a listing of people's names with information about each.
Geographical Dictionary
A geographical dictionary is a reference book consisting of a listing of places and information about each.
Encyclopedias
The encyclopedia is a general reference work which includes information most subjects. There are general encyclopedias and special encyclopedias.
Atlases, Annuals and Yearbooks
A yearbook is a book published yearly giving information on the previous year. Almanacs and annuals are also called yearbooks.