The West Side Elementary Library Media Center directly services the students, teachers and parents attending West Side.  The LMC is open from 8:30-3:20 Monday-Friday.   All Grade have a combined "Tech Time" and Library as an hour block each week. "Tech Time" allows for collaborative technology projects with classroom teachers, which includes such things as presentations and creative and interactive writing that enhance what they are studying in the classroom.  We venture into video creation and editing and dive into database and research skills, as well as internet safety and ettiqute.  Emphasis is put on critical thinking when using technology. During library students are introduced to a variety of electronic and print resources.  Technology is used to explore and enhance the study of different authors, illustrators and genres of literature. We work on developing searching skills as well as other technology skills.  Each grade level also has units thoughout the year focused on internet safety and digital citizenship skills as we continue to navigate the ever chaning digital warld in a safe and respectful way. Above all we are committed to fostering a love for life long learning as we mesh literature, writing and technology together!