About the Library

The mission of the Midlothian Independent School District Library Media Services Department is to empower all for a lifetime of learning.

Our vision is to:

IMPACT academic achievement by supporting curriculum;
CREATE an environment of engaging learning experiences;
FOSTER collaborative opportunities for all stakeholders;
SERVE the unique needs of the learning community;
STRIVE to be at the forefront of educational technology;
TEACH responsible digital citizenship;
PROVIDE and promote a learning commons where inquiry, knowledge, innovation, and creativity coexist.

Checkout Policy

Students may check out up to five items at a time for a three-week time limit. Items are renewable at the end of this regular check-out period. Additional items may be checked out for an extended period upon request. 

Items Available for Check-out 

The library has books, ebooks, DVDs, and digital audiobooks available for checkout.  Board games and Makerspace equipment can be checked out for in-library use.

Library Assistants

Library Assistants gain valuable work experience while helping to keep the library running smoothly. They are also the first to check out new books and Makerspace tools. Student Assistants work at the circulation desk and complete odd jobs around the library. If you are interested, please contact your librarian.

Library Hours

Our library is open Monday - Friday from 8:00 am to 4:15 pm. 

Clubs & Organizations can reserve library space by request before and after school.. Please email Mrs. Rhodes to confirm a time.

Makerspace

The Heritage Library Makerspace is available for all students to work on independent projects. Students may check out Makerspace materials for in-library use.  Students may utilize the 3D printer for a small supply fee.  For more information on our Makerspace, please contact your librarian. 

Overdue Item Policy

Please return items by the due date posted in Destiny or request a renewal. Students are expected to pay for lost or damaged items. Any student who owes an obligation at the end of the year will be placed on a hold list for graduation or schedule pickup the following year.

Request Items

Can't find what you are looking for? Please contact your librarian to request books or other materials.

MHHS Library Staff:

Robyn Rhodes - Library Media Specialist
Robyn.Rhodes@midlothianisd.org

Risa Ashley - Library Aide
Risa.Ashley@midlothianisd.org

• Visitors must be purposeful and not disruptive to others.
• Visitors must be respectful of the facility and resources and return furniture, activities, etc., to the original state before leaving.
• Visitors may use devices, with staff permission, for school purposes such as communication, product creation, or reading/research. 
• Visitors should not bring food to the lounge area of the library. Water in a bottle with a closing lid is allowed. Lunch is allowed at tables.

Before School:  Starting at 8 AM the library is open for students who need a place to work, read, or collaborate.  Morning visitors must be purposeful and not disruptive to others.  

During the School Day:  Students may visit the library as a class or individually with their ID and a teacher pass.   All students must be purposeful and not disruptive to others. 

During Lunch:  Students may visit the library during their lunch period on a first come, first served bases, dependent upon other scheduled activities in the library. Students are not permitted to move seating without permission and should not be disruptive. Students are responsible for cleaning their areas before leaving. If students do not clean up, they will lose the privilege of eating lunch in the library.

Anytime students visit the library during school hours they must have their school ID.  If a student does not have their ID, their book will be held while they return to class to retrieve it, or they will be issued a temporary ID at a cost of $1.00

To Ask for Assistance:  Students and staff are welcome to visit the library for limited technical support, online resources, reading suggestions, research help, etc.

To Read/Study/Collaborate:  Students are welcome to visit the library to independently read and study, or to work collaboratively with a group.  Collaborative work should not be disruptive to others.

To Explore the Makerspace:  Students can utilize the makerspace activities when the makerspace is open or with permission from the library staff. 

To Check Out E-books:  Students and staff can visit the library to learn how to check out e-books/audiobooks from laptops or from other personal devices.

To Check Out Physical Books:  Students and staff are welcome to check out materials from the MHHS Library.