Library Catalog Searching for Sources

 While using the Ashley Library Catalog, you can browse for books, check your account, place holds and more.

You can view your account using the HIP and see what you have checked out with due dates.

1. On the main HIP page, click the tab “My Account.”
2. When prompted, enter your ID number (lunch number).
3. You will see an account overview. Click “Checked Out” to see your items and their due dates.
4. Click “Holds” to see what books you have on hold and where you are in line.

1. Learch for book you want to check out.
2. Click “Request Item.”  Do NOT click “Add to My List” - it won’t work.
3. When prompted, enter your ID number "(lunch number).
4. Click "Request" until the "Request Confirmation" screen appears.  You do not need to enter comments.
5. If you check your account, the book will now appear on the “Holds” screen.  When the book is available the library will email your teacher.
   

 A database is a collection of fact-checked information organized for effective searching. 

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