GYANODAY : AN ONLINE SCHOOL LIBRARY
PM SHRI KENDRIYA VIDYALAYA SITAPUR (SECOND SHIFT)
1. No. of Books as per Accession Register - 2180
2. No. of Books Written Off - NIL
3. No. of Books Physically Available - 1774
4. No. of Books Received as Gifts - 98
5. Total Books Available - 1872
6. Books in English - 735
7. Books in Hindi - 832
8. Books in Sanskrit - 012
9. Reference Books - 98
10. TextBooks - 156
11. Books for Junior Library - 586
The Vidyalaya is under administrative control of Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan, New Delhi, Which is under the Ministry of Human Resources. And primarily caters to the educational need of the children of Central Govt. Employee, including Defense Personnel liable to frequent transfers throughout the country. The aim of Kendriya Vidyalaya is to provide education according to the Principles of the New Education Policy, to bring out the best and noblest qualities in children, to infuse in its students a feeling of patriotism, brotherhood and national integration so as to make them good and loyal citizens.
Session of opening of KV Sitapur Second Shift: 2013
Type of School :- Civil sector
District :- Sitapur
State :- Uttar Pradesh
The Common syllabus, books, and uniform throughout country is the unique characteristics of KVs where syllabus is constructed by NCERT and affiliation is granted by Central Board of Education, New Delhi.
Implementation of a Self-Circulation System Using Barcode Technology
To streamline the book circulation process and enhance the user experience, a Self-Circulation System has been developed for the library. The system was designed and developed by the librarian in-house. This innovative system leverages barcode technology to enable seamless, efficient book checkouts for library members, fostering independence in borrowing books and reducing the dependency on librarian assistance for routine transactions..
Easy Book Issuance
Members can now check out books by simply scanning their student ID card, library ID card, or a designated library notebook. After scanning their identification, members only need to scan the barcode of the book they wish to borrow. This quick and straightforward process eliminates the need for manual recording, allowing members to complete the borrowing process independently.
Enhanced Librarian-Student Interaction
By automating the circulation process, the system frees up the librarian’s time, allowing them to focus on more meaningful interactions with students. Librarians are now able to engage with students more actively, answering questions, assisting with book selection, and supporting them in finding resources aligned with their interests and reading levels.
Benefits of the Self-Circulation System
Efficiency and Time Savings: Members can check out books quickly, reducing waiting times and queues, especially during peak library hours.
User Empowerment: The system encourages members to handle circulation tasks independently, fostering responsibility and enhancing their confidence in using library resources. Improved Library Service: Librarians are able to dedicate more time to advising students, organizing activities, and managing other critical library functions.
Reduced Errors: Barcode technology minimizes human error in book checkouts and returns, ensuring accurate record-keeping.
Library Automation
Effective management and utilisation of the library resources in an School Library requires incorporation of modern technologies as the Librarian alone has to do all the tasks in the library. This always causes delays in assisting the students to get the information they require as well as circulation of books to maximum number students in library periods allotted to the classes.
To facilitate the effective use of books the School Library has started computerisation with the Library Management Software developed in house by the Librarian. The software provides facilities for catalogue search, circulation of books and magazines, reservation of books, reports, class library management, fine collection, library statistics etc. Reports on the books issued, reservation status, search book by member and accession number, book suggestion and selection, budget expenditure and more for KV Libraries are available.
All the library resources are barcoded. Access to OPAC is provided through library websites (Intranet and Internet).
Library Circulation
Every student from Class VI onwards can borrow books from the main library. In the beginning of the academic session students issued with their student ID Cards and library cards. The library follows a self circulation system using barcode technology develoepd in-house. The students can use their ID card, library card or their library notebooks to issue books from the library
• Students can issue/returns during
o Their library periods
o During Lunch Break (Other than Wednesdays)
o After the school hours till 3 pm
o In other periods, if the library is free, students can issue books with permission from their teacher
• Every student is entitled to issue a maximum of two books, but will be permitted to issue one book per day
• A book is issued for a period of 14 days
• The student will not be able to take another book if he/she has a book that is overdue
Library Committee
The Library Committee is formed in the Vidyalaya with following members for the session 2025-26
Mr. Satish Kumar, Principal Chairman
Mr. Satyam Kumar Nigam, VP Vice – Chairman
Mrs. Vandana Rai, PGT Hindi Member
Mrs. Anamika Verma, PGT Maths Member
Mr. Amit Awasthi, TGT Maths Member
Mrs. Deepti Srivastava, Sr. PRT Member
Km. Suhawani Shukla, XII B Student Representative
Ma. Sachin Kumar, XII A Student Representative
Mr. Rakesh Kumar Gupta, Librarian Secretary
Committee meets regularly to discuss and decide the matters pertaining to providing better and effective library services to the staff and students of the vidyalaya.
Role of Library Committee
• Selection of books for the school library
• Recommend suitable budgetary provision for the library
• Develop a general programme of library service to suit the interest and requirement of different sections of users
• Review library rules and formulate new rules for the library
• Recommend for proper functioning of the library
Library Computer Center: A Hub for Learning and Innovation
Our library computer center is a state-of-the-art facility equipped to meet the diverse technological needs of our students and staff. With five high-performance computers, recently upgraded to the latest configurations under the prestigious PM SHRI project, students have access to powerful tools for their academic and research work.
Key Features:
• Printers: Both laser and color printers to meet all printing requirements.
• Scanners: Barcode scanners and a flatbed scanner with an automatic feeder for seamless document management.
• Peripherals: Microphones and a DSLR camera for multimedia projects.
• Technology Kits: Arduino sets to foster hands-on learning in electronics and coding.
Our library has uninterrupted internet access and full-time Wi-Fi connectivity, ensuring that students can engage in research, complete assignments, and work on projects at any time. Whether it’s scanning research material, or utilizing advanced coding resources, the library computer center is an essential resource for the school community.
Coding Club: Nurturing Future Tech Leaders
In collaboration with the Computer Department, our Coding Club is an exciting platform where students receive training in:
• Coding: Learn essential programming languages and skills.
• Cyber Security: Stay safe in the digital world by learning modern security practices.
• Arduino Training: Hands-on experience with microcontroller programming and robotics.
Library Circulation
Every student from Class VI onwards can borrow books from the main library. In the beginning of the academic session students issued with their student ID Cards and library cards. The library follows a self circulation system using barcode technology develoepd in-house. The students can use their ID card, library card or their library notebooks to issue books from the library
• Students can issue/returns during
o Their library periods
o During Lunch Break (Other than Wednesdays)
o After the school hours till 3 pm
o In other periods, if the library is free, students can issue books with permission from their teacher
• Every student is entitled to issue a maximum of two books, but will be permitted to issue one book per day
• A book is issued for a period of 14 days
• The student will not be able to take another book if he/she has a book that is overdue
12.35PM to 6.05 PM
Library Rules
Opening Hours
The library is open every school day from 12:35 p.m. to 06:05 p.m.
Library Periods
Every class from VI-VIII is allotted two library periods per week and Every class from IX-VIII is allotted one library periods per week. The students can use the library, read newspapers and magazines, consult reference books and issue the books during their library periods. The books can be returned to the library at any time. Besides the students may utilise the library during their free time provided no other class is having a library period at that time.
Issue of Books
Normally one book will be issued to a student for a period of 14 days. For convenience and to ensure that the all students get equal chance of getting books, only one book will be issued on a day to a student.
Library will be open during the lunch hours and any student can issue books during the time.
Staff members can have a maximum of 5 books for a period of 30 days.
Reference Books
Reference books like encyclopedias and dictionaries will not be issued. These can be consulted in the library during the library periods. However, for the purpose project work and special assignments the students may get these books issued on request from the teacher concerned.
Magazines/Periodicals
Latest issues of the magazines will not be issued. The old issues of magazines and periodicals can be issued.
Library Overdue Fine
No overdue fine will be charged from students.
Class Libraries
For the Primary section, a separate Junior Library is developed. The primary classes will be provided with books from Junior Library to maintain Class Libraries.
• No overdue fine will be collected from the students
