Expanded School Library System services are offered at an additional cost to component districts. They are listed below.

This service offers access to a Web-based, open source library automation program with a central server maintained at BOCES. In the initial year of implementation, Phase I includes database development in machine-readable (MARC) format and Phase II includes training and installation of hardware and software.  Second year costs do not include start-up expenses.

Prerequisites: Participation in the basic state-funded School Library System service and in the Expanded Database Development service.

Additional Costs: Barcodes, equipment and special requests.

Additional Modules:

 

Equipment Module: This service builds upon the core OPALS system to offer equipment management, a comprehensive module for tracking, inventorying and circulating assets.

Database Authentication: This service streamlines access to all district databases via a single webpage interface; students can enter a single password to access all database subscriptions.

 

Book Room Module: This service allows for the creation of a separate OPALS site to manage book room collections.  

 

This service provides teachers with instructional resources(e.g. digital streaming media, DVDs, videos, multimedia kits, sound recordings, audiobooks, multiple-copy books, and document collections), specialized media-related equipment and associated professional development.

Phone: (607) 766-3734

Email: [email protected] 

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Contact: Elaine Stankosky

Phone: (607) 766-3912
Email: [email protected]

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