Albert G. Prodell Middle School’s library’s internal redesign includes more instructional space, modern overhead lighting and new circulation desks. Among many others, eighth-graders Juliana Lautato, Jilianna Luck and Melanie Hagen worked with librarian Ann-Marie Kalin to help organize the space for the school year.

“Students and staff are energized to explore, learn, read, create and grow in our newly renovated space,” Ms. Kalin said. The engaging library promotes a myriad of opportunities with two TouchScreen instruction areas streamlining the school’s integration of Virtual Reference Collection databases and other technologies, enhanced MakerSpace with high-tech engineering challenges in Robotics, 3D printing and clever crafting opportunities.

Ms. Kalin is also excited that because the library is at the heart of the school, the engaging new space and the popular BIG Reads program continues to cultivate a community of readers throughout the building.