Welcome to the Ponder ISD Library & Media Services page! Our libraries play a central role in supporting students' academic and personal growth, helping them succeed both inside and outside the classroom. Whether you are a student, teacher, or parent, we offer resources, programs, and services designed to enrich the educational experience and foster a lifelong love of learning.

Library Catalog

Ponder ISD offers an online library catalog, which allows students and staff to search for books, eBooks, and other resources available across all campuses. The catalog is available 24/7 from any internet-connected device, so you can check out resources whenever needed. 

• High School

• Junior High School

• Upper Elementary School

• Lower Elementary School

In addition to traditional library services, Ponder ISD also offers a wide range of media services designed to enhance the learning experience in every classroom.

Ponder ISD subscribes to a variety of online databases for student research, including:

• Britannica School

• Gale Databases

• Learn 360

• TeachingBooks

• and more...

These databases are available to all students and staff from within their Classlink Launchpad, and they provide credible, age-appropriate content for academic research.

Library materials will be selected based on several key criteria to ensure they meet the needs of students and staff. These criteria include relevance, ensuring materials support the curriculum and educational goals; accuracy, meaning the information must be factual, up-to-date, and reliable; and diversity, which emphasizes the importance of representing a wide range of perspectives, cultures, and viewpoints to promote inclusivity and a broad understanding of various topics. Additionally, materials should be age-appropriate, aligned with the developmental levels and interests of students, and have literary merit, contributing positively to students' reading experiences. The selection process for library materials, including donations, will adhere to Board Policy and Guidelines. Materials will be considered based on favorable reviews from reputable professional journals. For materials lacking professional reviews, librarians will use their discretion, taking into account the publisher and author’s reputation, curricular needs, and endorsements. Furthermore, additional sources such as award lists, reading lists, and vendor-generated recommendations will be consulted, with priority given to professional reviews.

Materials gifted to the library will be evaluated using the same criteria as purchased materials, ensuring they align with the library's collection goals. The library reserves the right to accept or decline gifts based on their relevance to the curriculum and the needs of the collection. Once accepted, gift materials will be processed and cataloged in the same manner as purchased materials, ensuring consistency and organization within the library's holdings.

Each Ponder ISD campus has a dedicated librarian who is available to assist students, staff, and parents with library resources and media services. Reach out to your campus librarian for help with book recommendations, research, or any library-related questions.

We are here to help our students and staff succeed, and we look forward to working together to make learning an exciting and enriching experience for all!

Ponder ISD Library & Media Services Team
Empowering students with the tools they need to become lifelong learners.