Library Literacy

The Ann Scott Carell Library serves as the academic heart of Harpeth Hall. Throughout their school career,

students build library and digital literacy skills that enhance classroom learning and prepare them for college and a career. The library offers access to nearly 33,000 books, 60,000 e-books, and more than 60 professional and scholarly databases. The quiet and welcoming space provides a place for students to learn, engage with one another, and study by the fireplace.

Information Literacy Library, technology, and digital citizenship skills are taught at all grade levels and across all disciplines. Librarians and faculty teach these skills within the context of the curriculum.

Professional Librarians Professional librarians work with students at all grade levels to develop a love of reading. The librarians present book talks and develop reading lists to assist students in finding just the right books to read. In addition, students learn the entire research process, beginning with accessing and evaluating materials through to the presentation of research and a list of works cited.

Research Skills Research skills are introduced in the middle school and are reinforced throughout the upper school. Students learn to use the catalog to locate print and online sources, organize and incorporate information from a variety of sources, properly cite sources, and understand how to avoid plagiarism. When students graduate from Harpeth Hall, they have the skills to perform sophisticated research.

Technology Specialists Technology specialists work with students to teach them the skills necessary to use computers to enhance classroom learning. They also guide students in ways to be responsible digital citizens. From authoring web pages to producing videos or creating infographics, these skills are taught collaboratively with the classroom teacher to enhance specific projects and assignments.