Library News
My name is Michelle Feely and I am the new librarian. I cannot believe that when you read this newsletter, I will have been at St Patrick’s College Library for six weeks. I have found the young ladies to be friendly, polite and studious, and I am always greeted with a smile.
Playing dominoes
This term, library staff have been extremely busy supporting the Year 11 and 12 girls in their preparation for exams and Years 7-10 with their research, printing and submission of assessments. I am extremely happy that many girls use the library for studying, collaborating and discussing their school work. This is ultimately a reflection of the quality of students that attend this school.
The library has an even newer ‘staff member’; our resident Betta fish, Bubble O'7. The library asked the girls to help name the fish and we had many suggestions. The shortlisted names were Sakana, Bubble O’7, Sherlock, Qwerty, and Sushi. Bubble O'7 has increased the number of students into the library and created conversation, laughter and questions. This has enabled the staff in the library an opportunity to engage and relate to the girls in a non scholastic way, with the hope that the girls’ impression of the library is that it is a place of learning, discussion, assistance and fun, where all ideas and thoughts can be expressed.
On Wednesdays at lunchtime the library runs a makerspace session. All girls and teachers are welcome. This is a time to engage your creative, inspirational and imaginative ideas. Recently, we used old books and paper and upcycled these into artwork.
On Thursdays, the chessboards and large dominoes are free to be used by the girls to challenge each other in a game, or they can join the ladies (many ex-staff of St Patrick’s College) in knitting.
Starting in Term 4, Friday lunchtime will be about Anime. A group of Year 10 young ladies have started planning what anime they will watch, suggesting which graphic novels and manga they would like the library to acquire, and what other activities they could do.
I am working with teachers to ensure that the library has the best materials and resources to assist your children in their studies.
The library is not a static, quiet place but is a place that all, including parents, are welcome and can access information and assistance. It is a place where lifelong learning is encouraged.
