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Check out the LCHS Library EOY Stats! @LCHS_Patriots @gisdnews @GISDREADS @MCArreola21

Class of 2026- we are so proud of all you have done and all that is to come #WeAreLC

Garland ISD Librarian Appreciation Week is a time to celebrate the incredible impact our librarians have on students, staff, and the entire learning community. Librarians are more than keepers of books. They are literacy leaders, instructional partners, and champions of curiosity who help students grow into lifelong readers and learners. Through collaboration, innovation, and a deep commitment to student success, GISD librarians create welcoming spaces where every child can discover, explore, and thrive. Their work plays a vital role in supporting academic achievement and fostering a true love of reading across our district.

Check out the April LCHS Library Stats!🌼 📚557 books circulated 🧑‍🎓2,843 student visits 🧑‍🏫74 teachers & staff supported LOTS of collaboration this month w/ teachers, Garland Public Library & LCHS SVEC! PLUS, 82 entries for the School Library Month bookmark contest! @LCHS_Patriots

Check out the library's mobile display at the Mock Election yesterday! Promoting physical books + ebooks & audiobooks on @MackinVIA about voting and elections. PLUS, a chance to return books and check library accounts! @LCHS_Patriots @GISDREADS @GISDRLA @GisdSoc @gisdnews

Yesterday, the LCHS library partnered with the @garlandtxgov Garland Public Library to provide buttons for students at the LCHS SVEC Mock Election event! TY to the GPL outreach team, @MttpTexas, and Mrs. E for an AWESOME event! 252+ buttons made & tons of happy students!

🍀Check out the LCHS Library Stats for March! 🍀 📚807 books circulated 🧑‍🎓3,635 student visits 🏛️42 class visits & 227 teachers & staff supported TONS of collaborations: #avidgisd, FTI, Criminal Justice, Spanish III & WHAP & TONS of fun programming! @LCHS_Patriots @gisdCTE_

Spring Activities the library! National Poetry Month digital activities, novels in verse on @MackinVIA & Earth Day digital breakout. PLUS, our bookmark contest for School Library Month! TY @Jharrisreads & @ltinthelibrary for resources! @LCHS_Patriots @GISDREADS @gisdnews

April is National Poetry Month! TY AMAZING library aides for our hallway displays. Novels & memoirs in verse & books of poetry! Plus, blackout poetry station in the library! Stop by to create your own, be featured in the display & get a chance to win a PRIZE! @LCHS_Patriots

And the winner is...THE HUNGER GAMES! 212 students & staff voted in our Spring Madness Book Bracket 🙌 Don't forget to check the library's Canvas page to see if you WON a prize for voting in round 4! @TheHungerGames @LCHS_Patriots @GISDREADS @gisdnews @GISDRLA @gisd_athletics

Child Development classes in the library last week to check out books for a read aloud project! Took notes on the importance of reading aloud to children & then time to browse, check out & practice! Students picked books they would enjoy reading & had FUN! @LCHS_Patriots

LCHS Student Book Club meeting last week! Students shared what they read and we talked out checking out poetry or a novel in verse for National Poetry Month. Then, time to make blackout poetry! ALL students can create blackout poetry in the library all month long! @LCHS_Patriots

On March 13, the library was honored to host the LCHS Soul Food Luncheon to celebrate Black History Month! TY to these AMAZING ladies for putting this event together for the whole LCHS community to enjoy! @MilamChristie @LCHS_Patriots @gisdnews @GISDREADS @GisdSoc

Check out the AWESOME pop art sculptures from Ms. Gawel's art classes! Love that the library is a space where students' creativity can be on display! @LCHS_Patriots @gisdmagnets @GISDArts @gisdnews

Mrs. D's WHAP classes in the library Friday & Monday to research for their Revolutionary Women project! Reviewed resources on @MackinVIA + Chicago citations & what gives sources credibility & authority. Then, time to find articles & books! @LCHS_Patriots @GisdSoc

We're down to the TOP TWO! This week is your LAST CHANCE to VOTE for the best book of the year in the LCHS Spring Madness Book Bracket! Vote by next Monday, April 6! @LCHS_Patriots @gisdnews @GISDREADS @GISDRLA @gisd_athletics @CoachTabSanders @LCPatriotHoops @LCHSMrMcClean

Always a GREAT time collaborating w/ Mr. Salgado! Spanish III in the library yesterday to use @breakoutEDU Breakout Boxes to solve a murder mystery! Students working on comprehension & family relationships in Spanish. Lots of engagement, problem solving, and FUN! @LCHS_Patriots