the wisdom to follow. the courage to lead.
Academics
Pat Troy Media Center
Welcome
From read-alouds to research projects, our Lower School library nurtures students from preschool through fifth grade to develop a lifelong love of reading while learning critical information literacy, comprehension and organization skills. Whether students want to answer a question, learn about the world and each other, or take a journey in someone else's shoes, our library is a place where curiosity and creativity soar.
I ask ‘What do you like to read? What kinds of things do you like to do?’ That starts the dialogue. I value my students' interests and that establishes trust between us — to be a keeper of that trust is a huge honor for me. I support them with reading they'll enjoy, but that also helps expand their thinking. There’s no place I’d rather be.
~ Librarian Ms. Okeson
~ Librarian Ms. Okeson
A Vibrant Space to Learn and Grow
Every member of our community is welcome in the Lower School library. We offer a robust collection of resources for all developmental levels including fiction and nonfiction books, access to World Book Online, and Playaway Audiobooks.
Buzzing with Bookish Energy
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Cross-campus Research
5th graders visit the Middle and Upper School library to research African American explorers using academic databases and nonfiction books. -
Field Trip to the Public Library
As part of our initiative to build lifelong readers and support local libraries, 3rd graders get public library cards and learn about the many resources available.
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Visiting Author Evan Turk
Award-winning children's book author and illustrator visited to share his storytelling secrets. -
5th Grade Book Trivia Battle!
Battle of the Books is a reading incentive program designed to encourage students to read quality, diverse literature (open to grades 5-8).
About the Library
A Place for Everyone
Our librarians strive to make every student feel known and valued — whether that means helping with literacy skills, recommending books or just talking about what’s going on in their lives. They work closely with teachers to create unique experiences for our students to engage with reading and books. And they provide a comfortable space for students to express themselves and spend time with one another.
Ms. Okeson runs the Lower School library, but our entire library staff works together to create a sense of unity among our students, seeking out opportunities for student collaboration across grade levels and campuses.
Ms. Okeson runs the Lower School library, but our entire library staff works together to create a sense of unity among our students, seeking out opportunities for student collaboration across grade levels and campuses.
Our Mission
Severn School Libraries collaborate with teachers across disciplines to prepare students for their futures. Through their support of the school’s curriculum, the Libraries ensure that Severn graduates are skilled and ethical users of information. The Libraries foster the love of reading and lifelong learning by maintaining a robust collection that caters to diverse backgrounds, perspectives, interests, and opinions.
Severn School Librarians
List of 4 members.
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Ms. Whitney Etchison
Assistant Librarian, Zimmerman Library; MS Advisor; Asst. Coach, JV Girls Basketball410.647-7701 ext. 2233 -
Ms. Mary Carrington
Director of Library Services, US Advisor410.647.7701 x2252
Lower School
Preschool-Grade 5
Chesapeake Campus
1185 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd
Arnold, MD 21012
1185 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd
Arnold, MD 21012