Library

HMS Library Bookshelves

The Hanover Middle School Library was opened in 1971 when the building was constructed. It was named the Philip J. O'Neil Library in honor of the first principal when he retired in 1994, after serving in that role for 26 years.

The library is fully integrated and networked with approximately 24 computers and 260 Chromebooks for teacher and student use. It houses a collection of over 11,000 books, audiotapes, videos, and DVD movies. The library also houses the Channel 1 video system.

Mission Statement

The Hanover Middle School Library Media Center is committed to ensuring that students and faculty are effective users of ideas and information. The center provides an instructional program and a diverse collection of resources that enhance critical, creative, and independent thinking.

Objectives to accomplish this mission

  • Provide physical and intellectual access to materials in varying formats, in an environment that is conducive to learning.
  • Offer concerned and informed guidance in the use of library resources.
  • Support the Hanover Middle School curriculum with materials and services.
  • Encourage students toward effective, independent use of Library Media Center resources to foster lifelong learning.
  • Collaborate and cooperate with the Library Media Centers of the Hanover elementary schools and the Hanover High School, as well as the John Curtis Free Library.

Parent/Guardian Opt-Out Procedure for Library Materials, K-12

Library Materials Opt-Out

While the Hanover Public Schools Library Media Centers strive to provide developmentally appropriate, educational, and enriching resources for all students, parent(s)/guardian(s) may exercise their rights to restrict library materials checked out by their children in grades K-12. To restrict certain titles from circulation to their children, parent(s)/guardian(s) must complete the School Library Materials Opt-Out Process. This allows parent(s)/guardian(s) to select specific library titles they do not want their child to check out, or to bar their student from checking out any materials. Each school’s administration will maintain a file of “opt-outs.” It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to complete, modify, and/or update the opt-out form for their child.

Reconsideration of Library Materials

Hanover Public Schools has a policy regarding the reconsideration of library materials. Please review the Request for Reconsideration of Library Materials and submit it to your building principal. View the School Committee Policy IJL-R, Procedures for Reconsideration of Library Materials for policy information.