Library Newsletter

Are you a fan of books written by author Alan Gratz? In honor of his new book, War Games being released on October 7th, students and staff can take part in a fun activity for their chance to win a book by Alan Gratz.

Stop by the library or send Mrs. Gee an email about what historical event you think would be interesting for Alan Gratz to write his next book about. 8 winners will be drawn to have their choice of a book by Alan Gratz.

WHO: MS & HS Students & Staff

WHERE: The MS/HS Library Media Center

WHEN: August 21 - September 12th, 2025. Winners will be announced on Monday, September 15h.

WHAT: Win a copy of a book by Alan Gratz

1 entry per person, please

Visit the Middle & High School library this month and early September to take a guess at the number of Sour Patch Kids in the jar.

Closest guess will receive a bag of Sour Patch Kids! The game will begin Monday, August 25th and end Thursday, September 11th. The winner will be announced on Friday, September 12th!

Attention all 6th graders through 12th grade! Are you interested in joining Battle of the Books this school year?

The list of books for this school year has been released on the WEMTA website. Book List. Visit the school library or use some of the online resources below to get a head start on reading this month! Starting in September there will be a sign up in the library for students interested in participating this year. Form teams of 2-4 people and we will meet throughout the fall and early winter. First meeting will be in October.

Are you interested in joining the High School Book Club this year? Email Mrs. Gee or Ms. Jentz to let them know you are interested. We will have our first meeting in the library during Fox Time next month where you can learn more.

First Meeting: Thursday, September 18th in the Library

This past summer, all students and staff were welcome to participate in a summer reading challenge for their chance to win some awesome prizes. If you filled in your summer reading challenge sheet, please drop it off with Mrs. Gee for your chance to win.

Lost your form? Here is the link.

Deadline to turn in your reading challenge forms will be Friday September 5th. Winners will be announced the following week!

The library will be closed for the first few days of school for textbook checkouts. Please feel free to stop by if you need technology assistance, print or to check out a book.

Library Media Center Tips & Reminders:

• You can place books on hold in Destiny: http://destiny.omro.k12.wi.us/ . Login with your Student email to search and place books on hold. You will be emailed when your book is ready to pick up in the library.

• Please read the Library Expectations before you visit the library this year.

• No Cell Phone usage is allowed in the library by MS or HS students.

• No Food is allowed in the library. Water bottles are allowed.

• Remember to leave your Chromebook charger at HOME. If it is lost or damaged it will be $25 to replace. Charging stations are located around school for you to charge your Chromebook.

The Library Media Center Website is a great place with helpful links and information.

Sora/Overdrive ebooks: Fantastic option for eBooks and audiobooks!

https://soraapp.com/welcome Click on Find my school, Select Omro School District, Sign in with your school email and then search away. Once you find a book you want to read, click on the title or cover and then select Borrow. You will be able to read or listen right from your device!

TeenBookCloud - gr 7-12 ebook database where you can read instantly from your Chromebook.

Direct Link: http://www.teenbookcloud.com/autologin.aspx?U=omshs&P=login

Username: omshs

Password: login

Wisconsin’s Digital Library:

If you have a library card you can sign in to Wisconsin’s Digital Library and check out books to your phone, tablet or computer! https://wplc.overdrive.com/ Make sure you select Winnefox library system and let the fun begin!

Omro Public Library : If you don’t have a library card make sure to stop by the public library to sign up for one so you have access to even more books!

Stop by the library to pick up a Public Library Card application. If you are 15 & under, bring it home to have a parent or legal guardian sign. If you are 16 & older you won't need parent or guardian to sign it. Turn the form into Mrs. Gee and she will bring them to the Public Library.

Once your library card is issued, she will let you know when to stop by and pick it up.

Did you know that the Winnefox Library System has 30 libraries that you can visit and access materials from? Having a public library card also has numerous online services that will give you access to eBooks, Audiobooks, Music, Movies, Magazines and more!

Read 5 books and receive a free kids’ meal at Red Robin! For ages 11 and under. Stop by the library or call us at 920-685-7016 for more information! Through September 30, 2025.

The Fall 2025 Newsletter is finally here! Find all of the info about the Omro Public Libraries upcoming events and programs, and make your plans now!

2025 Fall Newsletter Link (click here for events for adults, teens, and children!)

Experience passes are a brand new item available for checkout at the Carter Memorial Library. We have passes that are available for:

• Bookworm Gardens
• Building For Kids Children’s Museum
• Wisconsin Historical Society Sites
• State Park Day Passes
• Oshkosh Public Museum
• NEW Children's Museum of Fond Du Lac
• NEW Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center
• NEW The Paine Art Center & Gardens

The passes (except for State Park Day Passes) check out for 7 days, and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Stop by the library to learn more about this exciting new program!

Sign up for the Public Library's custom book bags this summer. You will receive hand-selected books and a treat in your monthly subscription bag.

Blooming Bookworms subscription bag (ages 3-14, https://omrolibrary.org/BloomingBookworms) or Book Lovers (ages 15 and up, https://omrolibrary.org/BookLovers).