• Library

  • Welcome to the Murphy Middle School Library! As a middle school student you may use the library for book exchange, research, homework assistance, as a reading space, and more. The library is open during the school day to study, read, check out and return books, and more. I am so glad you are visiting! This website is meant to be a 24/7 access to information about the library, its programs, and its resources. I am here to serve you and welcome questions and suggestions. 
    -Ms. Spence, Librarian


    Library Hours of Operation:

    Monday - Friday 7:50 AM - 4:00 PM

     

    Library Google Classroom Codes:

    The MMS Library Google Classroom is a resource for students and parents to get information about upcoming library programming, resources, and events. It is NOT a course, it is NOT for a grade, and everything on the library GC is completely optional and just for fun. :) 

    6th grade library Google Classroom code: g4ylbpm 
    7th grade library Google Classroom code: vsxwpkm 
    8th grade library Google Classroom code: g7iknuy 

      

    Check out our new books below - place a hold or come by the library today!
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  • Frequently Asked Questions

    1. When is the library open? During in person school, the library is open from 7:50-4:00 pm.
    2. When can I come to the library? Students can come to the library anytime between 7:50 am - 4:00 pm as long as it is to read, checkout books, work on projects, study, be a part of a class, or participate in a club/library event. Students coming during classtime need a pass unless their teacher is with them.
    3. How many items can I check out and when are they due? 5 books at a time for a 2-week period.
    4. How do I return the books? If you are a Face to Face student, you may drop them in the hallway book drop any time, or in the inside book drop when the library is open. If you a Remote learner, you may drop books off in the outdoor book drop located outside the front office.
    5. Can I check out magazines? Yes! You may take one magazine at a time for one week. This is on an honor sysem. There is no barcode to scan. Please return 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 5 books on hold by logging into the catalog system. Click here to learn how to place a hold.
    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 parents 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 or our new online payment system, coming soon. Please contact Ms. Spence if you think your book is lost or damaged. 
    10. Can I suggest new books for the library? Yes! There is an online suggestion box on our library Google classroom page.
    11. How can I do research from home? Use the online research tools here from Plano ISD. 
    12. How can I read eBooks from home? Use Axis360 and login with your regular username and password. 
    13. How can I get books if I am learning from home? Place a request using curbside checkout! Watch the tutorial video here, then place a hold online and submit the curbside request form.
    14. Are the books from the library safe? Yes! All newly returned books to the library are held in a 7 day quarantine before being checked in and shelved or given to students.
    15. What if I need help? Ask Ms. Spence! Email melanie.spence@pisd.edu or call 469 752 7028. 

Melanie Spence
Library
 

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