Library
The Oakridge Library is the perfect place to read, study or collaborate. The Library hosts a collection of 20,000 print and digital materials including books and databases selected to promote research skills and a love of reading. Log in to the My Oakridge portal to access ebooks and databases.
When school is in session, the Oakridge staff is available to help with research assignments, to find a great read, or for assistance with the Accelerated Reader Program.HOURS
Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Last Friday/Early Dismissal, 7 a.m. - 12 p.m.Parents and students are encouraged to use the space and library resources before, during, and after school!
Please email Ms. deWinter any time with ebook requests or book recommendations.
Visiting Authors
Each year, Oakridge welcomes a visiting author, alternating between Lower School and Middle School student interests. This year we will host authors Chris Barton and Rebecca Stead. Chris Barton is the award-winning, bestselling, Austin, TX-based author of books for young readers of all ages including Glitter Everywhere!, What Do You Do With A Voice Like That and Whoosh!
Rebecca Stead, also an award winning author, has written many novels including Bob, When You Reach Me and Goodbye Stranger.
Previous visitors have included: Jason Chin, Stuart Gibbs, Chris Grabenstein, Jerry Pallotta, Gordon Korman, James Ponti, Aaron Reynolds, and Sarah Weeks. The inimitable Nathan Hale, author of the non-fiction, graphic novel, bestselling series, Hazardous Tales, has been to Oakridge TWO times.
Book Face! Creative students in grades four through six created "Book Face" photographs for us to enjoy!
Head Librarian: Patricia deWinter
Share Your Ideas!
What author would you like to meet? Email Ms. de Winter with your suggestions.
Here's to happy reading!
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