Library Media Center
Mrs. Rachel Burroughs, Media Specialist
Mrs. Debbie Bowles, Media Assistant
The library media center is open 8:45 AM to 3:30 PM daily
The Library Collection
Anyone can search Forest Knolls's library collection through our Destiny Catalog site. Students can suggest a book for our collection in person or through this form (must be logged in to your school Google MCPS account).
Summer Resources
Access MCPS and school-purchased databases, ebooks, and more. Usernames and password information can be found here (must be logged in to your school Google MCPS account): FKES Online Resources 24-25
Montgomery County Public Library Summer Reading Program
Instruction
Students in grades preK through grade 5 visit the library media center for information literacy instruction, literature appreciation, and book exchange. MCPS uses the Digital Citizenship curriculum developed by CommonSense Education to encourage thoughtful engagement with online technology. The library media specialist collaborates with staff to develop and implement lessons integrating information literacy skills into all areas of instruction.
Black-Eyed Susan Book Award
The Black-Eyed Susan Book Award is Maryland's student choice award that has been awarded each year since 1992. Read more about the award on the Maryland Association of School Librarians's website here. Check out this site created by MCPS Media Specialist Jeanette Marin more information on the current nominees.
Volunteers
Volunteers are always welcome! Please contact Mrs. Rachel Burroughs if you are interested!
Resources
Check out our Symbaloo for fun and educational resources. Some sites require a school log in. Find all usernames and passwords here (must be logged into your school MCPS account to access): FKES Online Resources 24-25
