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North Junior High School

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Library Services

Library @ North Junior High

Welcome to the North Junior High Library! Our library is an inclusive refuge where every student belongs, finds support, and discovers what they need to thrive: books, tech help, laughter, creativity, supplies, or just a safe place to land. We strive to be a welcoming sanctuary for students and staff, and a launchpad for learning and imagination.

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.

 

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  • Librarian: Kate Baker

    Assistant Librarian: Levi Dorcheus

    Kate Baker & Levi Dorcheus stand in front of a wall of books in the North Library.

    • Open to all students in grades 5-12.
    • Most North students compete in the middle school/junior high division, which includes grades 6-9. Freshmen are invited to compete in the high school division if they prefer.
    • Teams of 4 are formed in September and read from that year’s assigned titles during 1st semester.
    • Trivia “battles” against other teams take place during 3rd quarter. The top-performing team(s) go to regional tournament in the spring, where they may win the chance to compete at the new state tournament.
    • More information: Idaho Battle of the Books official website

    North IBOB students at the 2026 Regional Tournament

    • Takes place in even-numbered years from January through December.
    • Open to all secondary students (grades 7-12) and all district staff.
    • Independently read 50 books in 50 weeks to fit 50 categories.
    • Earn awesome prizes! This year’s prizes include buttons, tote bags, hoodies, and more.

    • TA (teacher assistant) position for 9th and 8th graders.
    • Takes one elective spot in your schedule (full or half year).
    • Join the library staff and help circulate books, maintain the library, make deliveries, and complete projects.
    • Develop real-world customer service and retail-adjacent skills.
    • Usually includes time for studying, reading, etc.
    • “This is the best gig ever. I don’t know why everyone doesn’t sign up to be a library aide!” -a real quote from a library aide!

    • Google Classroom (asynchronous/virtual only).
    • Open to all North students and staff.
    • Be the first to know about new books and other things, programs, exciting developments, etc.
    • Enter to win free books!!! throughout the year

    • Collect one free sticker every day for your water bottle, binder, skateboard, etc.
    • Celebrate special themed days throughout the year.

    A vibrant collection of colorful stickers featuring various designs, including animals, food, and inspirational text.

  • Donate funds to the library or any of our clubs/programs via the Boise Schools Foundation! 

     

    Help us Clear the List for 2026!

     

    Send a smile – buy a pack of stickers for one of our fall theme days

     

    We can also accept book, puzzle, game, etc. donations! We will use what we can here at North and share the rest with our neighboring schools.

    • Therapy dogs from GO TEAM Idaho visit the library several times throughout the year. 
    • Drop in during lunch to meet and snuggle some amazing four-legged friends.

    Three children pet a yellow Labrador wearing a red service dog vest.

     

    • Coloring Contests
    • MakerSpace workshops
    • Dungeons & Dragons Club
    • Postcrossing - coming soon!
    • Spectrum Club: neurodiversity, etc. - coming soon!
    • Pixels & Thread: cross-stitch, embroidery, etc. - coming soon!

 

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Programs & Partnerships