SMS Library Resources
May 2026

Library books are due May 8th!
Want to win a basket of Needohs & Squishies?
All library books are due May 8th! If you have a clear account on May 8th, you qualify to enter to win a basket of Needohs and squishies!
A clear library account means:
- No books owed to Summers or any RCISD campus.
- No fines for lost or damaged books owed to Summers or any RCISD campus.
If you have books that belong to another campus, bring them to Mrs. Duke & she will get them to their correct library. If you owe replacement fines for a lost or damaged Summers book, the link to pay for that is below. If you owe replacement fines for a lost or damaged book at another RCISD campus, email katy.duke@rcisd.org to get that schools payment link.
The link to enter to win a basket (12 baskets=12 winners), opens May 8th. Winners are announced May 14th (6th period - pick up basket at dismissal).
May Library Activities
Books may be due but the library is still a great place to relax, study, read & work on projects!
Summer Reading
Why read this summer? It’s the ultimate workout for the brain! Reading for just 20 minutes a day improves vocabulary, reduces stress, and keeps critical thinking skills sharp.
We’ve gathering every local reading program, library event, and book list into this "one-stop shop" resource to make your summer planning a breeze. Let’s make this the summer of reading!
CKH April Focus: Integrity
This month, we are challenging students to choose to do the right thing, no matter who is watching. We each aim to live with the ability and willingness to exist with honesty and excellence. We want to partner with you to highlight your child’s integrity.
Lost or damaged Library Books?
There are no fines for late books. Payment for lost or damaged library books goes through this link (no cash or checks).
If you owe books or a fine to another RCISD campus, email katy.duke@rcisd.org and she can get that campuses My School Bucks library payment link for you. If you have the books, you can return those to Mrs. Duke & she will send them to the correct RCISD campus.
Browse Sora for eBooks & Audiobooks!
Live Author Read-Alouds
Need resources? Research help? Fun challenges? Library Events? Look no further!
Upcoming Library Events
- May CKH Focus: Integrity
- May 8th: All Library Books Due!
- May 8th: Is you account clear! Check the library Google Classroom for the link to win a basket of Needohs & Squishies!
- May 12th: Squishy Basket giveaway entry form closes at 12PM!
- May 14th: Needoh & Squishy Basket Winners Announced during 6th period!
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