Media Center

We make every effort to find lost books before payment is requested. Be sure to look anywhere and everywhere — on your bookshelf, in your classroom, under the seats of your car. Books sometimes land in mysterious places.

If you have lost or damaged a book, you will be charged the replacement cost of the book. This allows us to purchase the book again for our collection. A refund will be issued if a lost book is found and returned in good condition.

We would always rather have the book than the money. Payment for lost books should not be sent until a bill is presented.

"Reading Off" a Fine
If paying for a lost or damaged book is a hardship, please consider "Reading Off" your fine. Read 15 minutes for every $1.00 you owe. We will credit your account for your extra reading! See Mrs. Kodet or Mrs. Romportl for the "Read Off" form.

Your vote counts! Join readers in Grades 3 through 8 across Minnesota and vote for your favorite. Just read at least 3 titles from this year's list of nominees to be eligible for voting. Division I features 12 books that target readers in Grades 3 through 5. Division II includes 12 books geared toward those students in Grades 6 through 8.

Gatewood voting will take place at the end of March. Finish reading at least 3 books by then to vote for your favorite. Winners in each division are announced on April 25, Maud Hart Lovelace's birthday.

Happy reading!

Maud Hart Lovelace Website

The Gatewood Media Center and 5th Grade Helpers will host a Used Book Exchange this winter (during the the school day and at the Winter WonderFest) on February 21.

Please help us by sending in gently used children's books. We are looking for books that are in good condition (not torn, worn, or yellowed) and are appropriate for children in preschool through Grade 6.

Bring donations to school February 11-18.

Each classroom will work together to collect books. Students will receive a coupon for a free book for every 50 books donated by their class. Students can earn up to 4 free books!

We are also looking for volunteers to help with the Book Bazaar. If you are able to help for any amount of time, call Amy Kodet at 952-988-5258 or email Amy.Kodet@HopkinsSchools.org.