SMS Library Resources
January 2026

Stacks in Stats: Your Monthly Library Snapshot
What's your READ-O-LUTION?
READ-O-LUTION Directions:
Winter Break Reading Challenge Winners
Students were encouraged to participate in the Winter Break Reading Challenge over the break for a chance to win a $25 Barnes & Noble Gift card PLUS Minga points! Thanks to all who participated & congrats to the winners!
Want to earn cash by writing a letter about a book, poem, essay, or speech?
Browse Sora for eBooks & Audiobooks!
Live Author Read-Alouds
Need a break?
Need a quick, quiet break to reset your brain? Stop by the library and take a peek at the Brain Break Cart! It's stocked with quiet activities like Sudoku, coloring pages, puzzles & calm partner games designed to give your brain a rest before you jump back into work.
🧠 How to use an activity from the cart:
- Check Out Required: You must use your ID badge to check out an activity from the library desk.
- ID Exchange: Your ID badge will be held at the desk until you return the activity.
- Vibe Check: Keep the noise level low and chill. Use the activities quietly so everyone can focus and relax.
Stop by the library next time you need a quick mental breather!
See the library staff if you have any questions!
Need resources? Research help? Fun challenges? Library Events? Look no further!
What books do I have checked out?
Lost or damaged books?
Did you lose or damage your library book?
There are no fines for late books. Payment for lost or damaged library books goes through SchoolPay (no cash or checks). Once students have paid, they can email me a copy of their receipt or bring in a paper copy to have the fine removed.
Upcoming Library Events
- January 9th: Winter Break Library Challenge due by 4:15PM
- January 12th: Library Challenge winners announced!
- January 19th: MLK, Jr. Day / No School
- February 2nd - 13th: Blind Date with a Book Challenge
- February 9th: Bad Weather Day / No School
- February 13th: Blind Date with a Book winners announced @ 12PM
- February 14th: Valentine's Day
- February 16th: Staff PD Day / No School
- March 16th-20th: Spring Break
- March 23rd: Staff PD Day / No School
Did you miss last month's newsletter?
Contact Me:
Katy Duke
Bobby Summers Middle School
Librarian / Webmaster / NJHS Sponsor
Email: katy.duke@rcisd.org
Facebook: facebook.com/rcisdlibrary