Welcome to
Lomax's Library
Media Center
start
Lomax Library Media Center
Lomax's Media Center is full of surprises; you never know what you will find when you walk through the door! There is something for everyone and all are welcome. Come make yourself at home in the Media Center at Lomax Elementary.
Morning Show
Expected Behaviors
Class Visits
Books & eBooks
Clever Log In
Research
Small Groups
Safe Space
Beanstack
Rewards
Makerspace
Important Info for Teachers/Staff
Books
Every book in our library was carefully chosen to meet the needs and interests of our students and teachers. If you don't have time to stop by the Media Center at school, it's easy to check out ebooks from Lomax's digital collection, the public library, or read myON books online. Happy reading!
Click here to learn about different types of books!
lost book fees
book care
how to find a just-right book
public library
lomax ebooks
myon
Students: lunch number pin: 4321
Students: lunch number Teachers: Lawson Number
Students: lunch number Teachers: L+Lawson Number
shelf markers
reading levels
collection management
5-Finger Rule
To find a just-right book... Open a book & read a page or two. As you read, use your fingers to keep track of the number of words that are too hard. 0-1 = Too Easy 2-3 = JUST RIGHT! 4: A Challenge 5: Too hard for now
Reading Levels
If you'd like to know the reading level of a library book, simply check the round colored circle on its spine!
0.4 - 0.9 Kindergarten
1.0 - 1.4 1st grade (Fall)
1.5 - 1.9 1st grade (Spring)
2.0 - 2.4 2nd grade (Fall)
2.4 - 2.9 2nd grade (Spring)
3.0 - 3.4 3rd grade (Fall)
5.0 - 5.4 5th grade (Fall)
3.5 - 3.9 3rd grade (Spring)
4.0 - 4.4 4th grade (Fall)
4.5 - 4.9 4th grade (Spring)
5.5 & up 5th grade (Fall) & higher
Class Visits
Each VPK-5th grade class has a scheduled Library visit each week. During Library class, students have the opportunity to return & check out books.
VERY IMPORTANT: Students are expected to bring last week's library book(s) when they visit.
Book Care
1. Never mark or write in our books. 2. Be careful turning pages so they do not wrinkle or tear. 3. Keep books away from food & drinks. 4. Do not let others borrow your library books. 5. Keep books away from pets & small children. 6. Be careful when storing library books in desks & backpacks (make sure they don't get bent or torn). 7. Keep track of your library books; do not leave them on the bus, in the car, at a relative's house, or outside.
Expected Behaviors
Conversation
Help
Movement
Restroom & Water
Technology
Tech Repairs
Classroom Tech Set-Up
Computer Lab Management
Quiet Study
Lomax's Media Center has plenty of comfortable work areas where students & staff can focus on tasks without the distractions of a busy classroom.
shh
shh
shh
shh
shh
Shelf Markers
Research
In addition to the wide range of nonfiction books offered in the Lomax Media Center, our electronic databases can be accessed from any device at any time in any location!
world book
gale in context
tampa bay times
pbs
public library
teaching resources
Small Group Visits
Lomax's Media Center is open Tuesday-Friday from 9:00-2:00. Small groups of 2-4 students are invited to visit with their teacher's permission. Don't forget your Media Center Pass!
Mom, I need $10 to pay for the library book I lost.
You betterget busy doing some chores then!
Lost Books
When you check out a book from the Lomax Media Center, it is your responsibility to return it so other students can enjoy it. When a book is not returned, a new one must be purchased to replace it. For that reason, students & teachers must pay $10 for any book that is borrowed but not returned.
Safe Space
High Five!
The Media Center supports students and staff through the good times and the not-so-good. Stop by the Media Center to decompress and turn your day around. Feeling overwhelmed? Let Mrs. Beer help!
yay!
Best effort
Rewards
mmpf!
Kind to others
Let's celebrate! Teachers are encouraged to reward students with bonus time in the Media Center.
Buddy Reading
Minecraft
Prodigy
Puzzles
LEGOs
Makerspace
Pets!
and much more!
Teaching Resources
The Media Center is chock full of books, games, technology, and other materials that support the curriculum. Lomax's Media Specialist is available to attend your team's planning sessions as well as help provide the materials you need for engaging lessons.
Makerspace
The Media Center's Makerspace offers enriching STEAM experiences where students design, experiment, invent, build, solve & create collaboratively in small groups. Let's get to work!!!
Morning Show
Our student-run news program is produced in the Lomax Media Center. Join our Teams meeting at 8:40 each morning & stay updated on all the things!
Conversation
Lomax's Media Center is a quiet place. It is important to be mindful of others during your visit.
0 = Silent 1 = Whisper 2 = Quiet Voice
RECOMMENDED VOLUMES:
Coming inside = 0
Looking for a book = 1
Waiting to checkout books = 0
Reading or studying = 0
Working in a small group = 2
Makerspace = 2
Help
There are lots of ways to get the help you need in the Media Center!
1. Read the signs, labels & posters.
2. Ask a friend.
3. Ask a different friend.
4. Visit the kiosk.
5. Raise your hand & wait patiently for a teacher.
Beanstack
Beanstack is a great way to log your reading, keep track of your friends' reading, and WIN PRIZES!
click here for Beanstack
Movement
Slow and steady wins the race!
Always walk when moving about the Media Center.
Handle books and technology with care.
Treat the furniture with respect.
Keep your hands, feet, and other items to yourself.
Use SHELF MARKERS when looking for books.
Running is NEVER okay in the Media Center.
Clean up after yourself.
Restroom & Water
DURING YOUR VISIT Students are welcome to use the restroom & water station during visits to the Media Center (you do not have to ask Mrs. Beer for permission).
DURING RECESS & P.E. Students must use the OUTDOOR water fountain. The Media Center restroom is for EMERGENCIES ONLY during recess & P.E.
Tech Repairs
1. Attach a sticky note to the device explaining the issue. 2. Place the device in the BROKEN bin on the bookshelf outside Beer's office. Note: Depending on the severity of the problem, repairs may take up to 8 weeks. Software issues are often fixed within 1-2 weeks. Devices needing hardware repairs are sent out to the HCPS IT department (4-8 weeks).
Check the FIXED bin periodically for your classroom's repaired devices.
Student Passwords
Classroom teachers are responsible for setting & re-setting their students' passwords. All Lomax students should have the same password: lomax123 To set/re-set student passwords,click here: https://pwstu.hcps.net/ Or go to: Staff Hub > HCPS Hub > District Links > Student Password Manager.
Setting Up Classroom Equipment
You Can Do It!
2025-2026 Library Class Schedule
Important Info for Teachers & Staff
Safe Space
Class Visits
Rewards
Small Groups
Tech Repairs,etc.
Teaching Resources
The Facilities
Student Passwords
Classroom Library Inventory
Classroom Library Inventory
Florida HB 1467 mandates that only approved books be included in any school or classroom library, and that approval must come from a certified media specialist. Each HCPS teacher is responsible for scanning in the bar codes of all books in their personal classroom library* by September 30, 2025. HCPS requires all bar codes be scanned in using the Beanstack app which can be found in HCPS Hub.
TUTORIALS:
Scanning books with a computer
Scanning books with a mobile device
*books you personally provide for students to read in class (not HCPS books)
Class Visits
Each VPK-5th grade class has a scheduled Library visit each week. During Library class, students have the opportunity to return & check out books.
VERY IMPORTANT: Students are expected to bring last week's library book(s) when they visit.
yay!
Best effort
Rewards
mmpf!
Kind to others
Let's celebrate! Teachers are encouraged to reward students with bonus time in the Media Center.
Buddy Reading
Minecraft
Prodigy
Puzzles
LEGOs
Makerspace
Pets!
and much more!
Mentoring
High Five!
The Media Center supports students and staff through the good times and the not-so-good. Stop by the Media Center to decompress and turn your day around. Feeling overwhelmed? Let Mrs. Beer help!
Student Restroom & Water during Recess/P.E.
Students must use the OUTDOOR water fountain.
OUTDOOR
The Media Center restroom is for EMERGENCIES ONLY.
EMERGENCIES ONLY
WHY? Because many students...
run in/out at top speed - come in shouting - start playing with Legos, book buddies, etc. - sneak in without asking their teacher - hide behind shelves until noticed - argue/fight with classmates who escorted them - take things that do not belong to them...
These behaviors disrupt Library classes & pose safety issues. PLEASE DO NOT SEND STUDENTS TO THE MEDIA CENTER FOR WATER OR THE RESTROOM.
PLEASE DO NOT SEND STUDENTS TO THE MEDIA CENTER FOR WATER OR THE RESTROOM.
Tech Repairs
1. Attach a sticky note to the device explaining the issue. 2. Place the device in the "BROKEN" bin on the bookshelf outside Beer's office. Note: Depending on the severity of the problem, repairs may take up to 8 weeks. Software issues are often fixed within 1-2 weeks. Devices needing hardware repairs are sent out to the HCPS IT department (4-8 weeks).
Check the Fixed Bin periodically for your classroom's repaired devices.
Small Group Visits
Lomax's Media Center is open Tuesday-Friday from 9:00-2:00. Please check with Beer to set up a regular time for your small groups to visit each day (it depends on when Library classes are scheduled). Don't forget to send them with a Media Center Pass!
Safe Space
High Five!
The Media Center supports students through the good times and the not-so-good. The Media Center is a good place for individuals who need some time to decompress & turn their day around.
Teaching Resources
The Media Center is chock full of books, games, technology, and other materials that support the curriculum. Lomax's Media Specialist is available to attend your team's planning sessions as well as help provide the materials you need for engaging lessons.
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Welcome to
Lomax's Library
Media Center
start
Lomax Library Media Center
Lomax's Media Center is full of surprises; you never know what you will find when you walk through the door! There is something for everyone and all are welcome. Come make yourself at home in the Media Center at Lomax Elementary.
Morning Show
Expected Behaviors
Class Visits
Books & eBooks
Clever Log In
Research
Small Groups
Safe Space
Beanstack
Rewards
Makerspace
Important Info for Teachers/Staff
Books
Every book in our library was carefully chosen to meet the needs and interests of our students and teachers. If you don't have time to stop by the Media Center at school, it's easy to check out ebooks from Lomax's digital collection, the public library, or read myON books online. Happy reading!
Click here to learn about different types of books!
lost book fees
book care
how to find a just-right book
public library
lomax ebooks
myon
Students: lunch number pin: 4321
Students: lunch number Teachers: Lawson Number
Students: lunch number Teachers: L+Lawson Number
shelf markers
reading levels
collection management
5-Finger Rule
To find a just-right book... Open a book & read a page or two. As you read, use your fingers to keep track of the number of words that are too hard. 0-1 = Too Easy 2-3 = JUST RIGHT! 4: A Challenge 5: Too hard for now
Reading Levels
If you'd like to know the reading level of a library book, simply check the round colored circle on its spine!
0.4 - 0.9 Kindergarten
1.0 - 1.4 1st grade (Fall)
1.5 - 1.9 1st grade (Spring)
2.0 - 2.4 2nd grade (Fall)
2.4 - 2.9 2nd grade (Spring)
3.0 - 3.4 3rd grade (Fall)
5.0 - 5.4 5th grade (Fall)
3.5 - 3.9 3rd grade (Spring)
4.0 - 4.4 4th grade (Fall)
4.5 - 4.9 4th grade (Spring)
5.5 & up 5th grade (Fall) & higher
Class Visits
Each VPK-5th grade class has a scheduled Library visit each week. During Library class, students have the opportunity to return & check out books.
VERY IMPORTANT: Students are expected to bring last week's library book(s) when they visit.
Book Care
1. Never mark or write in our books. 2. Be careful turning pages so they do not wrinkle or tear. 3. Keep books away from food & drinks. 4. Do not let others borrow your library books. 5. Keep books away from pets & small children. 6. Be careful when storing library books in desks & backpacks (make sure they don't get bent or torn). 7. Keep track of your library books; do not leave them on the bus, in the car, at a relative's house, or outside.
Expected Behaviors
Conversation
Help
Movement
Restroom & Water
Technology
Tech Repairs
Classroom Tech Set-Up
Computer Lab Management
Quiet Study
Lomax's Media Center has plenty of comfortable work areas where students & staff can focus on tasks without the distractions of a busy classroom.
shh
shh
shh
shh
shh
Shelf Markers
Research
In addition to the wide range of nonfiction books offered in the Lomax Media Center, our electronic databases can be accessed from any device at any time in any location!
world book
gale in context
tampa bay times
pbs
public library
teaching resources
Small Group Visits
Lomax's Media Center is open Tuesday-Friday from 9:00-2:00. Small groups of 2-4 students are invited to visit with their teacher's permission. Don't forget your Media Center Pass!
Mom, I need $10 to pay for the library book I lost.
You betterget busy doing some chores then!
Lost Books
When you check out a book from the Lomax Media Center, it is your responsibility to return it so other students can enjoy it. When a book is not returned, a new one must be purchased to replace it. For that reason, students & teachers must pay $10 for any book that is borrowed but not returned.
Safe Space
High Five!
The Media Center supports students and staff through the good times and the not-so-good. Stop by the Media Center to decompress and turn your day around. Feeling overwhelmed? Let Mrs. Beer help!
yay!
Best effort
Rewards
mmpf!
Kind to others
Let's celebrate! Teachers are encouraged to reward students with bonus time in the Media Center.
Buddy Reading
Minecraft
Prodigy
Puzzles
LEGOs
Makerspace
Pets!
and much more!
Teaching Resources
The Media Center is chock full of books, games, technology, and other materials that support the curriculum. Lomax's Media Specialist is available to attend your team's planning sessions as well as help provide the materials you need for engaging lessons.
Makerspace
The Media Center's Makerspace offers enriching STEAM experiences where students design, experiment, invent, build, solve & create collaboratively in small groups. Let's get to work!!!
Morning Show
Our student-run news program is produced in the Lomax Media Center. Join our Teams meeting at 8:40 each morning & stay updated on all the things!
Conversation
Lomax's Media Center is a quiet place. It is important to be mindful of others during your visit.
0 = Silent 1 = Whisper 2 = Quiet Voice
RECOMMENDED VOLUMES:
Coming inside = 0
Looking for a book = 1
Waiting to checkout books = 0
Reading or studying = 0
Working in a small group = 2
Makerspace = 2
Help
There are lots of ways to get the help you need in the Media Center!
1. Read the signs, labels & posters.
2. Ask a friend.
3. Ask a different friend.
4. Visit the kiosk.
5. Raise your hand & wait patiently for a teacher.
Beanstack
Beanstack is a great way to log your reading, keep track of your friends' reading, and WIN PRIZES!
click here for Beanstack
Movement
Slow and steady wins the race!
Always walk when moving about the Media Center.
Handle books and technology with care.
Treat the furniture with respect.
Keep your hands, feet, and other items to yourself.
Use SHELF MARKERS when looking for books.
Running is NEVER okay in the Media Center.
Clean up after yourself.
Restroom & Water
DURING YOUR VISIT Students are welcome to use the restroom & water station during visits to the Media Center (you do not have to ask Mrs. Beer for permission).
DURING RECESS & P.E. Students must use the OUTDOOR water fountain. The Media Center restroom is for EMERGENCIES ONLY during recess & P.E.
Tech Repairs
1. Attach a sticky note to the device explaining the issue. 2. Place the device in the BROKEN bin on the bookshelf outside Beer's office. Note: Depending on the severity of the problem, repairs may take up to 8 weeks. Software issues are often fixed within 1-2 weeks. Devices needing hardware repairs are sent out to the HCPS IT department (4-8 weeks).
Check the FIXED bin periodically for your classroom's repaired devices.
Student Passwords
Classroom teachers are responsible for setting & re-setting their students' passwords. All Lomax students should have the same password: lomax123 To set/re-set student passwords,click here: https://pwstu.hcps.net/ Or go to: Staff Hub > HCPS Hub > District Links > Student Password Manager.
Setting Up Classroom Equipment
You Can Do It!
2025-2026 Library Class Schedule
Important Info for Teachers & Staff
Safe Space
Class Visits
Rewards
Small Groups
Tech Repairs,etc.
Teaching Resources
The Facilities
Student Passwords
Classroom Library Inventory
Classroom Library Inventory
Florida HB 1467 mandates that only approved books be included in any school or classroom library, and that approval must come from a certified media specialist. Each HCPS teacher is responsible for scanning in the bar codes of all books in their personal classroom library* by September 30, 2025. HCPS requires all bar codes be scanned in using the Beanstack app which can be found in HCPS Hub.
TUTORIALS:
Scanning books with a computer
Scanning books with a mobile device
*books you personally provide for students to read in class (not HCPS books)
Class Visits
Each VPK-5th grade class has a scheduled Library visit each week. During Library class, students have the opportunity to return & check out books.
VERY IMPORTANT: Students are expected to bring last week's library book(s) when they visit.
yay!
Best effort
Rewards
mmpf!
Kind to others
Let's celebrate! Teachers are encouraged to reward students with bonus time in the Media Center.
Buddy Reading
Minecraft
Prodigy
Puzzles
LEGOs
Makerspace
Pets!
and much more!
Mentoring
High Five!
The Media Center supports students and staff through the good times and the not-so-good. Stop by the Media Center to decompress and turn your day around. Feeling overwhelmed? Let Mrs. Beer help!
Student Restroom & Water during Recess/P.E.
Students must use the OUTDOOR water fountain.
OUTDOOR
The Media Center restroom is for EMERGENCIES ONLY.
EMERGENCIES ONLY
WHY? Because many students...
run in/out at top speed - come in shouting - start playing with Legos, book buddies, etc. - sneak in without asking their teacher - hide behind shelves until noticed - argue/fight with classmates who escorted them - take things that do not belong to them...
These behaviors disrupt Library classes & pose safety issues. PLEASE DO NOT SEND STUDENTS TO THE MEDIA CENTER FOR WATER OR THE RESTROOM.
PLEASE DO NOT SEND STUDENTS TO THE MEDIA CENTER FOR WATER OR THE RESTROOM.
Tech Repairs
1. Attach a sticky note to the device explaining the issue. 2. Place the device in the "BROKEN" bin on the bookshelf outside Beer's office. Note: Depending on the severity of the problem, repairs may take up to 8 weeks. Software issues are often fixed within 1-2 weeks. Devices needing hardware repairs are sent out to the HCPS IT department (4-8 weeks).
Check the Fixed Bin periodically for your classroom's repaired devices.
Small Group Visits
Lomax's Media Center is open Tuesday-Friday from 9:00-2:00. Please check with Beer to set up a regular time for your small groups to visit each day (it depends on when Library classes are scheduled). Don't forget to send them with a Media Center Pass!
Safe Space
High Five!
The Media Center supports students through the good times and the not-so-good. The Media Center is a good place for individuals who need some time to decompress & turn their day around.
Teaching Resources
The Media Center is chock full of books, games, technology, and other materials that support the curriculum. Lomax's Media Specialist is available to attend your team's planning sessions as well as help provide the materials you need for engaging lessons.