Library Matters
Pakenham Secondary College
The past month has been exceptionally busy in the library, with a multitude of activities occurring. We all enjoyed the Staff Literary Character Dress Up Parade, with Ms Ward winning the students votes for her terrific costume of the Grinch.
The Premiers' Reading Challenge ended on the 6th September, with many of our students receiving certificates, as well as books as a reward for their efforts, along with a pizza lunch.
During Literacy and Numeracy Week, Mr Anderson held a dramatic reading of their first chapter of one of James Phelan's novels, Thirteen. Mr Phelan is a renowned author of 31 novels, one work of non-fiction and several short stories, who has sold over 5 million copies around the world. We are thrilled that he will be visiting the College early next term to speak to our Year 7 and 8 students.
Useful Library Links
Public Libraries support and have plenty of books including ebooks and audio books to support the Victorian Premiers Reading Challenge.
Connected Libraries:
BUNJIL/CRANBOURNE/ENDEAVOUR HILLS/HAMPTON PARK/CRANBOURNE WEST
Myli - My Library Community
PAKENHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY
Cnr John Street & Henry Street, Pakenham
Opening hours:
Monday – Thursday 9:00-8:00
Friday 9:00-9:00
Saturday 10:00-4:00
Sunday 1:00-4:00
LIBRARY CATALOGUE
FREE FOOD FRIDAY AT PAKENHAM LIBRARY
ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUP
COMMUNITY EVENTS AT PAKENHAM LIBRARY
Useful Library Links
SORA Reading App Instructions
Here are some instructions on how to install the SORA Reading App.
“You can find magic wherever you look. Sit back and relax, all you need is a book.” Dr Seuss
Enjoy some sensational spring reading by logging into SORA, our library’s fantastic eBook and audio book Reading App. We are sure you will find a book that grabs you amongst the hundreds of books included in the extensive range.
Install the SORA app on your phone or computer using your Compass Username (For example: GARA001). The password is simply: password. Please read below for the instructions.
The default setting will only allow books to download when you are connected to Wi-Fi so it will not gobble up your data. See how you go.
Sora Install Instructions
- Install the Sora app from the Apple App Store of Google Play store, go to soraapp.com
2. Click 'Find my school'
3. Click 'No, I’ll search for my school’
4. Type in ‘Pakenham Secondary College’ and click ‘This is my school’
5. From the drop-down menu, scroll until you find ‘Pakenham Secondary College’
6. Sign in with you Student Code (ie. ABC0123), and your password is ‘password’
