Wolfgang Philippi Library and Information Centre
Maria Cavaiuolo, Librarian
Monday to Friday
8:45 am to 4:00 pm
"The school library equips students with life-long learning skills and develops the imagination, enabling them to live as responsible citizens" (UNESCO). Research shows that school libraries have a positive impact on student achievement.
The library is an important resource that supports, extends and individualizes the school curriculum. Teachers bring classes to the library to work on specific assignments by doing research using our large collection of books and online sources. The library is a place where students come to study, do homework and read for both academic goals and personal pleasure.
Services provided at the library
Research assistance
Large collection of 25,000 books, including English & French fiction, nonfiction, graphic novels, manga, bandes dessinées, encyclopedias and magazines.
OPAC (online public access catalogue)
Online resources, available 24/7 through the Portal (forgot your username & passwords? ask your homeroom teacher)
Computers, internet access
Wi-Fi
Printer (5 cents per page, 10 cents, if picture is included)
Loan policy
- 3 books for a 2-week period
- overdue fines, 5 cents per book, per day
- lost/damaged books, student must pay the cost of replacing the book
Student Monitors
An enthusiastic number of students volunteer their time during recess and lunch to help out at the circulation desk.
Library Orientation
All secondary I students are introduced to the library in September. Through an interactive library treasure hunt activity students discover all the different types of books available in the library and their locations.
Popular Venue
The library space is used for numerous activities that reflect the schools' busy vibrant atmosphere, such as, author visits, Battle of the Books training centre, after-school clubs, peer-to-peer tutoring, grad photos, staff meetings, Governing Board meetings and open-house presentations to parents. The library is also used for senior tea, bus driver appreciation breakfast, parent volunteer lunch and student vaccination centre.
Monday to Friday
8:45 am to 4:00 pm
"The school library equips students with life-long learning skills and develops the imagination, enabling them to live as responsible citizens" (UNESCO). Research shows that school libraries have a positive impact on student achievement.
The library is an important resource that supports, extends and individualizes the school curriculum. Teachers bring classes to the library to work on specific assignments by doing research using our large collection of books and online sources. The library is a place where students come to study, do homework and read for both academic goals and personal pleasure.
Services provided at the library
Research assistance
Large collection of 25,000 books, including English & French fiction, nonfiction, graphic novels, manga, bandes dessinées, encyclopedias and magazines.
OPAC (online public access catalogue)
Online resources, available 24/7 through the Portal (forgot your username & passwords? ask your homeroom teacher)
Computers, internet access
Wi-Fi
Printer (5 cents per page, 10 cents, if picture is included)
Loan policy
- 3 books for a 2-week period
- overdue fines, 5 cents per book, per day
- lost/damaged books, student must pay the cost of replacing the book
Student Monitors
An enthusiastic number of students volunteer their time during recess and lunch to help out at the circulation desk.
Library Orientation
All secondary I students are introduced to the library in September. Through an interactive library treasure hunt activity students discover all the different types of books available in the library and their locations.
Popular Venue
The library space is used for numerous activities that reflect the schools' busy vibrant atmosphere, such as, author visits, Battle of the Books training centre, after-school clubs, peer-to-peer tutoring, grad photos, staff meetings, Governing Board meetings and open-house presentations to parents. The library is also used for senior tea, bus driver appreciation breakfast, parent volunteer lunch and student vaccination centre.