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Learning Commons

The mission of the Learning Commons is to provide a physical and digital space for students to collaborate, inquire, imagine and create, all while expanding and deepening their education and love of reading. 

The vision of our Library Media Specialists is that students can develop 21st century skills and critical thinking as they participate in activities and utilize resources.

To accomplish our vision, we will:

  • Create a welcoming & safe environment that is interchangeable for the needs of the students and staff.
  • Collaborate consistently with teachers to support the curriculum and student learning.
  • Cultivate a love of reading by providing books that are inclusive and accessible to all.
A banner celebrating Francis Howell Central High School's fourth consecutive time receiving DESE's Exemplary Library Award Recognition

Gateway Award Nominees

The foreground features an ornate hourglass design with swirling floral elements and the title "DARKLY" above and the author's name "MARISHA PESSL" below, all set against a dark, textured background.
Darkly

By Marisha Pessl

Two figures stand on a rooftop against a vibrant sunset sky, with the title "ANOTHER FIRST CHANCE" emblazoned across the scene.
Another First Chance

By Robbie Couch

A young couple gazes at each other in the foreground, surrounded by board games and books, with shelves of more games and books filling the background.
Dungeons and Drama

By Kristy Boyce

A stylized soda can with the words "DIET SODA CLUB" is in the foreground, set against a vibrant, abstract background with text asking "HAVE YOU EVER MADE ALL THE WRONG CHOICES FOR ALL THE RIGHT REASONS?" and the name "Chaz Hayden".
Diet Soda Club

By Chaz Hayden

A plush armchair with a camera sits in the foreground against a dark green wall adorned with framed pictures and the title "DEATH at Morning House" in vibrant pink lettering.
Death at Morning House

By Maureen Johnson

A shield with three swords piercing a heart is in the foreground, surrounded by bones and a vibrant, abstract background.
The Merciless King of Moore High

By Lily Sparks

A cracked glass with the title "The Glass Girl" is centered against a light blue, textured background.
The Glass Girl

By Kathleen Glasgow

A blood-splattered boot with untied laces hangs in the foreground against a dark, textured background, with the title "STAY DEAD" prominently displayed.
Stay Dead

By April Henry

A woman's profile is illuminated by blue and pink light, surrounded by swirling smoke, with the title "LOOKING FOR SMOKE" prominently displayed in red lettering.
Looking for Smoke

By K.A. Cobell

Two young people, one with blonde hair and a cross necklace, the other with purple hair and glowing fists, are featured against a bright blue sky.
Youth Group

By Jordan Morris

A terrified young woman's face is framed by jagged, red, tooth-like shapes, with the title "UNDER THIS RED ROCK" and author "MINDY McGINNIS" emblazoned across the scene.
Under This Red Rock

By Mindy McGinnis

White text for "THIS BOOK WON'T BURN" by Samira Ahmed is engulfed in flames against a dark, textured background.
This Book Won't Burn

By Samira Ahmed

DESTINY DISCOVER

The District’s library management system, Destiny Discover, allows readers to find eBooks, audiobooks, popular finds, and more.

FIND A BOOK

HAVE A QUESTION?

Contact the Library Media Specialist.

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