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North Junior High School

Educating Today for a Better Tomorrow!

Library Services

Library Welcome Message

Welcome to the North Junior High Library! The library is a welcoming space where students can explore new ideas, discover great books, conduct research, collaborate with classmates, and develop lifelong learning skills. Whether you're looking for your next favorite read, resources for a class project, or a quiet place to learn and create, the library is here to support your success.

As part of Boise School District's Library Services program, students have access to a wide range of print and digital resources that support literacy, academic achievement, and a love of reading. Through our school and district library collections, students can access books, research databases, eBooks, and other learning tools designed to help them grow as readers, thinkers, and informed digital citizens.

We invite all students to take advantage of the many resources and opportunities available through the North Junior High Library and Boise School District Library Services.

 

Our Vision

Our Vision

Every student a reader; every learner an explorer. We envision a district where every student builds a unique reading identity and possesses the critical thinking skills to navigate a changing world with confidence and curiosity.

Our Mission

Our Mission

The Library Services program provides an adaptive "in-between" space where students connect classroom learning to personal passion. We foster a lifelong love of literacy and provide a safe, supportive environment for students to explore, fail, try again, and grow.

Our Values

Our Values

Belonging: We are a sanctuary for all students, reflecting their interests and welcoming their authentic selves. Agency: we empower students to take ownership of their learning and develop their own voice. Agility: We adapt our programs and spaces to meet the evolving needs of our schools and community. Integration: We bridge the gaps between content areas, making learning cohesive and relevant.

Our Commitments

Our Commitments

We serve the Boise School District community through four pillars of excellence: Knowledgeable Professionals: Expert guidance from certified staff who lead with empathy and expertise. Accessible Spaces: Flexible, modern environments designed for both quiet reflection and active collaboration. Vibrant Collections: Curated, relevant materials that act as both mirrors to our students' lives and windows to the world. Inclusive Programming: Engaging activities that celebrate student interests and spark a community-wide joy for reading.

BSD Libraries At A Glance

 

88

IBOB teams read 16 books and competed against teams across the state.

208

virtual and in-person author visits connected students and their favorite writers

461,930

library books checked out this year--that's almost 20 per student!

3,801

hours students and teachers read or listened to books on Sora

10,412

new books were added to libraries last year

187,610

research sessions across all databases this year

1447

research and information literacy lessons delivered in libraries this year

19

books per student on average

District Library Policies

Several Board-adpoted policies inform how materials are added and removed from library collections. The links below point to the most current versions of these documents within the Board of Trustees Policy Manual.