Area where media and materials are checked in and out.  Area for returns (book drop). Should include information desk.  Usually located near the library media center's main entrance

* network access
* electrical outlets
* charge desk and staff work area
* public access catalogs
* circulation computer
* shelving for reserves and special collections
* book carts/trucks
* security system
* display
* telephone / intercom
* cubbies for book bags
* book drop
* copier

Central room of library media center for student and faculty use.  Allows adequate space for shelves (wall and free standing).  Visible supervision by library personnel is a consideration.  Creative use of shelving and furniture may be used to define areas in the library which accommodate a variety of functions and different sized groups.  The areas described below need not be discrete areas, but may overlap or flow into one another. 

* network access
* electrical outlets
* carpeting
* adequate lighting (natural and artificial)
* acoustical treatment
* variety of seating (such as carrels, lounge chairs, standard tables and chairs) for reading, quiet study, viewing, listening and research for individuals and groups of different sizes
* computer stations for information  retrieval using current and emerging technologies
* individual audiovisual equipment with headphones
* clock
* display
* photocopier

core collection (fiction and non-fiction)

* network access
* electrical outlets
* shelves (adjustable and movable, with consideration given to height of students in the building and with accommodation to ADA regulations)
* public access catalog(s)

non-circulating materials used for research (e.g. encyclopedias, dictionaries, gazetteers, atlases)  and to include Internet and telecommunications access, CD-ROM and emerging technologies

* network access
* electrical outlets
* shelves (adjustable)
* atlas and dictionary stands
* computer stations for information retrieval using current and emerging technologies
* storage space
* printers

print, microform and on-line issues of serial publications (e.g. magazines, newspapers, journals)

* electrical outlets
* display rack for current periodicals
* newspaper rack
* microfiche / microfilm reader printer(s)

commercially and locally produced software for student and teacher use (e.g. videotapes, laser disks, CD-ROMs, CDs, audio cassettes)

* adjustable shelving (open and closed)
* storage cabinets

an organized collection of materials such as newspaper clippings, maps, pamphlets, brochures, pictures

* file cabinet with hanging folders.

back issues of periodicals, media and seldom used materials

* adjustable shelving
* cabinets

area for direct instruction, reading aloud, storytelling, book talks, puppet shows, video conferencing, meeting space

* network access
* electrical outlets
* lightening and darkening capabilities
* carpeted risers or stairs
* flat area with chairs and tables
* whiteboard
* bulletin board
* flannel board
* magnetic board
* podium or lectern
* provision for audio / video recording
* projection capabilities for computer images, VCR, overhead and other resources
* projection screen
* computer with appropriate interface
* television monitor (27" minimum)

area for school community to design, develop, and produce multimedia products; may include sound controlled space for audio-video recording; should be accessible by groups without disrupting activities in other areas of the library.

* network access
* electrical plug mold around the perimeter of the room
* multimedia computers with sufficient RAM capacity and hard drive capacity as required by memory intensive graphics applications; with 17" monitors.
* television monitor (32" minimum) for final products
* color printer
* additional electrical outlets in central work areas
* audio and video recording equipment
* assorted software and equipment for graphics production
* color copier
* editing / viewing equipment
* scanner
* video camera
* digital camera
* work tables
* S video capacity
* storage capacity

tile floored, secure area housing centralized electronic equipment, heavy duty capacity wiring on an independent circuit; located in a climate controlled space

* network access
* electrical outlets
* server(s)
* CD-ROM tower(s)
* media retrieval units
* video distribution equipment
* cable drops
* wiring closet
* emerging technologies
* smart uninterrupted power supply for network / server shutdown

technical services area for minor repairs, materials processing, sorting, cataloging; may also include area for equipment storage and distribution and/or media production

* network access
* electrical outlet(s)
* paper cutter(s)
* repair equipment and supplies
* typewriter
* shelving
* Locking cupboards and/or cabinets
* countertops with electrical plug mold and floor covering built to withstand heavy use.
* sink with hot and cold water
* tacking irons(s)
* lamination equipment
* computer station
* telephone jack

separate room for administration tasks, storage of administrative records and files, meetings and conferences which allows an open view of the media center

* network access
* cordless telephone
* fax machine
* electrical outlets
* intercom access
* desk(s)
* chair(s)
* computer / printer
* filing cabinet
* shelving

a secure room accessible to hallway, preferably adjacent to the workroom for storage, distribution, maintenance, and repair of hardware and software

* network access
* electrical outlets
* work bench with electrical plug mold
* cable TV outlet
* telephone jack
* storage racks / bins
* storage for spare parts, accessories and general supplies
* equipment service and repair tools
* file cabinet(s)
* pegboard(s)
* shelves
* computer station

RECOMMENDED ADDITIONS

secure and sound proof area for production and distribution of video programs; accessible without disrupting activities in other areas of the library; may also serve as ATM site for interactive distance learning and video conferencing (equipment - see ATM specifications; specialists lists in appendix); consider benefits of digital versus analog equipment.

* network access
* electrical outlets
* built-in cabinets with locks
* television cameras
* tripods, dollies
* video decks
* mixers
* microphones
* lighting, track and movable
* audio recording equipment
* editing equipment
* head end equipment
* amplifiers
* table
* chairs
* counter work surfaces

area for photographic production serving all instructional needs, yearbook staff, school newspaper and other activities

* electrical plug mold
* stainless steel sink
* counter space (wet and dry sides)
* water temperature control
* adequate ventilation
* storage shelves and drawers under the counter
* provisions for light lock
* safe lights with appropriate controls
* general darkroom equipment for photographic developing and printing