Media & Technology Home
Media/Technology Staff
Media Coordinator: Virginia Johnson
Media Assistant: Amy Hill
ITF: Emily McEntire
Technician: Dalen Helm
Hours of Operation
8:40am-3:45pm
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@Knightslibraryjnf
Welcome to the Knights Castle of Knowledge
Vision: At JN Fries Library, we envision a welcoming space that inspires exploration and collaboration, where students connect with both literature and one another. We are committed to fostering a community grounded in kindness and respect, creating an inviting environment. Our library serves as a dynamic hub for learning, encouraging curiosity and personal growth while ensuring every student feels valued and empowered.
AUGUST Library & Tech newsletter
DATES TO KNOW
Aug. 12 – First Day of School!
Aug. 13 – 8th grade chromebook pickup
Aug. 14 – 6th grade library orientation/chromebook pick up
Aug 17 – 7th grade chromebook pickup
Aug 24 - Battle of the Books Interest Meeting @8am
Aug 31 - Student user agreement forms due
Finding Books on Destiny
- On your chromebook open a new tab: Click destiny discover icon.
- Click login in the upper righthand corner.
- Destiny Login:
- Same as login for chromebooks
- Search the catalog for books!
CONTACT INFO
Virginia Johnson - Media Specialist
virginia.johnson@cabarrus.k12.nc.us
Emily McEntire-ITF
emily.mcentire@cabarrus.k12.nc.us
What’s Happening in the library?
The Knights Bounty
Every week, we'll pick a secret lucky number. When that number book gets checked out, YOU claim the bounty!
Could be the 1st checkout... could be the 50th... you never know! The more you check out books, the better your chances of finding the treasure!
Stop by the library and check out a book this week. Will YOU be the Knight who claims the bounty?
Reading Challenge (Aug 24-Sept 24)
We will begin our first reading challege for the school year begining on August 24th. Homerooms will compete for a chance to win prizes. The more you read the more points you earn for your team!
Ms. Johnson’s Book Recommendation
The Last Dragon on Mars
Description: Mars is dying. One boy. One hidden dragon. One last chance.
Lunar Jones scraps through the ruins of a cursed Mars just to keep the younger kids at his relocation clinic alive. But when a salvage run goes horribly wrong, he stumbles into an underground bunker—and discovers a secret dragon named Dread
Events and Programming
Find out about our events and programming
Library Policies and Procedures
Find out about the Library policies and procedures
JNF Battle of the Books
Find out about how we are preparing students to be college and career ready
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Destiny Discover
Library Collection
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Resource Reconsideration
Material concerns in the library collection.
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Battle of the Books
Reading competition for students.
Links to Resources
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The Clever Digital Hub allows schools and districts to organize and provide easy access to educational apps, websites, and digital tools in one centralized location. It enables students and teachers to seamlessly navigate learning resources. Students can access digital library collections by signing in to their student Clever account.
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NCEdCloud is your single sign-on solution to access a variety of educational tools and resources in one convenient location. From research databases and digital textbooks to classroom applications and library tools, NCEdCloud simplifies learning and collaboration.
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Fall book fair dates will be TBD. The JN Fries Book Fair is an exciting event that brings the joy of books to our students while supporting our library programs. Parents, you can make shopping easy and cash-free by filling your child’s eWallet, a digital payment option that empowers students to shop independently while staying within budget. We also need volunteers to help make this event a success! From setting up displays to assisting young readers in finding their next favorite book, your time and support make a big difference.
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Need help find a new book in our library? Use this AI chat bot to help!
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Need to pay a technology fee or lost library fee?
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This is the Spanish Mature Content Form Link
This is the English Mature Content Form Link
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