Library

Welcome to the Huron Library Learning Commons, your partner in anywhere, anytime learning and research.

​Need assistance? Have a question? Visit the circulation desk. We are here to help! 

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LLC Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Library Staff:​

  • Mr. Card, Ms. Carruthers, Mr. Salerno - Teacher-Librarian
  • Ms. McLure - Library-Technician

 

To ensure safety and accountability, students are required to scan-in unless coming to the LLC with their teacher, their class, to use the printer or to use the Multi-Faith Room. When a student's 10 digit Barcode of their Student ID number is scanned in, the software utilized displays photo and timetable of student. If student is registered in a class, they must come with a "Huron LLC Student Pass" completed by their teacher to be admitted into the libray and must ask permission and sign-out at the circulation if leaving the LLC during class time. 

When students scan into the LLC, the Library Staff are given the opportunity to meet and greet students while learning student names and maintaining an inclusive environment.


Library Resources


 

Accessing Resources

Click on the tabs below to learn more. 

Student must be in good standing with our resources and have one of the following:

  • Student ID Card (past and present can be used), or
  • Photo of Student ID Card (make sure it is easily accessible), or
  • Generated 10 Digit Barcode (Zero+ Student ID number).​
  • Borrowing period: 3 weeks
  • Borrow limit: 2 items
  • Series and graphic novels are in high demand, we ask that you only take out one item at a time.
  • Items may be renewed. Check your email for renewal notice or due date slip at back of book.
  • Final YRDSB due dates:  January 16th, 2026 and June 12th, 2026.

Although we do not charge fines for overdue items, if the item is damaged or lost, there is a cost for damage repairs or full replacement. A book is considered damaged when it is beyond repair (ex. water damage, foul spills, falling apart, etc).

  • $0.01 per page
  • Black and white printing only
  • Printer Name: 105ROLIBRH1... or EDUVIRTPRN...
  • Check Print Balance​

 

Accessing our Resources

Student must be in good standing with our resources and have one of the following:

  • Student ID Card (past and present can be used), or
  • Photo of Student ID Card (make sure it is easily accessible), or
  • Generated 10 Digit Barcode (Zero+ Student ID number).

 

Available to Borrow While in the LLC

Students can borrow a chromebook from the circulation desk while visiting the library with their class, on their lunch or during their spare.

Mice can be borrowed subject to availability.

 

Available to Borrow for Grade 9 Students

Grade 9 students can borrow a chromebook for class use. These devices must be signed out before school or between classes. Students who are sent during class time will not be accommodated. ​

However, if at anytime during class, a student's personal device becomes non-operational (e.g. a dead battery), the student brings their device to the library and a Chromebook will be provided with no questions asked. 

  • Chromebooks must be returned by end of school day. ​
  • The student is responsible for their borrowed device. Do not share it.​
  • The student abides by Acceptable Use of Technology Policy​​.
  • To remind students to pick up a Chromebook, it is recommended that a student sets a daily alarm at 9:00 am or 4 minutes before the class that they need a device.
  • ​​​​​​You can connect your device and cell-phone to the school's wireless (wifi) networks.

 

Technology ​Tips

  • ​​Make sure chromebook or laptop is fully charged before coming to school.
  • Make sure to bring the adapter/charger to school. Label it.
  • School work only (no gaming or videos) to conserve charge.
  • VPN interfers with access to school printers etc.
  • Visit the library at lunch to complete school work and charge the device.

 

Trouble Shooting 

Not connecting to our printer?

  • ​Are you connected to the YRDSB-S network?
  • Is the document you are printing in your school Google Drive?
  • Is your VPN on? Turn it off.
  • Has your Chrome been updated?
  • Do you have the Chrome Webstore APP "Mobility Print" added to your student gapps account?

Having trouble finding the printer?

  • Open "Print"
  • Select "See More" from the "Destination" drop down menu
  • Type "105" into the provided search bar, and select the option labelled "Library Huron Heights (N105)", or
  • Another printer option is "EDUVIRTPRT".

​You are physical standing in front of the printer but cannot find your printed document?

  • Check printer's internal tray,
  • Check your Print Balance, zero funds - no printed document,
  • Check the touch screen to see if there is a light, ask for assistance from staff,
  • Type in your student username and password into the touch screen to release the document.

Need assistance? Visit the circulation desk. We are here to help!

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Have a suggestion or request?

Fill out the appropriate form below. 


Book Requests

This is your collection. Please let us know what books we should be purchasing for you to enjoy.
Request a book

Huron LLC Suggestion Box

Use this form to make suggestions and/or provide feedback for the Learning Commons. This is an anonymous form. Email addresses will not be collected.
Make a suggestion

Access Details to Virtual Resources

Virtual Resources are paid subscriptions which require a password and sometimes a username. Complete the following question correctly to obtain the file link to all the details.
Request information

Library Learning Commons Guidelines

  • Engaged in course assignments, tasks or quiet study.
  • Low volume conversation in quiet study areas.
  • No talking in silent study areas.
  • Drinks in covered containers.
  • Food is not permitted.
  • Leave area as you found it.
  • Four students per table.
  • Sign-in required.
  • Furniture is not to be moved.

Student Resources

Visit online student tools from the button at the top of the page or on the website homepage for links to databases, research tools, student learning tools and more. 

Use the dropdowns below to access additional tools and research tips. 

Where to start?

Research Questions

Keywords: From questions to keywords: beginning academic research

Search Strategies: Boolean operators: AND, OR, NOT; Boolean modifiers: ( ), " ", * --> search string

Library Search Tools​​

Specialized Search Engines ​

The Web   

​​Information Cycle 

Information Formats

Comparing Sources

More Details on Information Sources

Primary and Secondary Sources

Read the URLS 

Stop, practice "click restraint." Before you click, read those URLs!   ​​

 

How do we evaluate information quickly, critically? 

Three Fundamental Skills:
1. Investigate the Source
2. Check the Claim
3. Trace the Information

Fact Checks:

What changed our information sources? 

Evaluating Information and Sources 

Lateral reading and critical thinking are key. 

 

 

Research Notes

Cornell Notetaking Method

Annotated Bibliography 

 

Academic Honesty

What is Plagiarism

How to Avoid Plagiarism 

Turnitin 

Why Cite and How to Cite 1-5

Modern Language Association (MLA)

American Psychological Association (APA)

Citation Tools

Always cite as you go. Use Google Keep or bookmark sources. 

How to Format MLA/APA Style in Google Docs