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Murphy Library

Welcome to the Murphy Middle School Library! As a middle school student, you may use the library to borrow books, research, as a reading space, and more. The library is open during the school day for class visits or for individual students with teacher's permission. 
 

Library Hours of Operation:

Monday - Friday 7:50 AM - 3:45 PM

Library Google Classroom Codes

The MMS Library Google Classroom is a resource for students to get information about upcoming library programming, resources, and events.  E-mail Mrs. Edmondson if you need your grade level's class code.

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. When is the library open? The library is open from 7:50-3:45 pm.
  2. When can I come to the library? Students can come to the library anytime between 7:50 am -3:40 pm as long as it is to read, check out books, work on projects, study, be a part of a class, or participate in a club/library event. Students coming during class time need to fill out an e-hall pass and have a yellow lanyard pass unless their teacher is with them.
  3. How many items can I check out and when are they due? 3 books at a time for a 3-week period.
  4. How do I return books? You may drop them in the book drop in the hallway at any time, or in the inside book drop when the library is open. 
  5. Can I check out magazines? Yes! You may take one magazine at a time for one week. This is on an honor system. There is no barcode to scan. Please return it when you are done so that others can enjoy the magazine as well. 
  6. How do I see what books are available in the library? Use our online library catalog to search for books in the Murphy Middle School library. 
  7. Can I place a book on hold? Yes, you place up to 2 books on hold by logging into the LS2 app on your Webdesk. 
  8. What if I have an overdue item? We do not charge late fees. However, you must return overdue items before new items can be checked out. School Messenger phone messages go out to guardians to remind you.
  9. What if my book is lost or damaged? You will need to pay for a lost or damaged book using cash, check or the online payment system Rycor. Please let the librarian know if your book is lost or damaged. 
  10. Can I suggest new books for the library? Yes! There is a form in the library Google classroom where students can request books. Books must meet PISD collection development policy to be included in our library.  
  11. How can I do research from home? All students have a folder on their Webdesk called "Library Digital Resources." This gives all PISD students access to grade level appropriate encylopedias, and databases.
  12. How can I read eBooks from home? Information about our new Sora E-books will be coming soon. 
  13. What if I need help? Ask Ms. Edmondson! Email jamie.edmondson@pisd.edu  or call 469-752-7027.