Library Services Department
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Amy Marquez, Library Services Director, MLS
Email: amy.marquez@psjaisd.us
Phone: (956) 354-2041
Fax: (956) 354-3038
Address: 704 W. Ridge Rd San Juan, 78589
About PSJA Library Services
VISION
The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD Library Services Department promotes global literacy by fostering a learning environment that encourages collaboration, inquiry, and excellence.
MISSION
The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Library Services Department fosters a culture of literacy and inquiry within the school community, led by our professional certified librarians and trained staff. As essential members of instructional teams, our librarians serve as educators, working collaboratively with teachers to support curriculum design and delivery. They curate a well-rounded collection of both printed and digital materials, professionally developed for the diverse needs of our learners. Our librarians play a crucial role in guiding students to discover resources that prepare for college and career success.
GOALS
- Promote literacy and the development of lifelong readers among our students and staff by providing access to a wide range of high-quality print and digital materials.
- Support and facilitate dual language learning within our diverse student population by teaching students to think critically and independently to construct new understandings and insights from varied information sources.
- Integrate the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into our educational initiatives by promoting global awareness and responsible citizenship.
- Prepare students for success in higher education and future careers while optimizing the utilization of library resources, promoting research skills and critical thinking.
- Collaborate with school staff to enhance student achievement by aligning library resources and materials with the district's curriculum, ensuring their relevance and effectiveness in promoting a culture of inquiry.
- Teach students to engage with digital intellectual property responsibly, make informed online decisions, appreciate the significance of a digital identity, and practice positive digital citizenship.
Meet Our Library Services Department Team
Campus Libraries
Library Materials for Public Review
In accordance with Section 33.026(a)(2) of SB 13, the titles listed below are proposed for acquisition by the school library and are open for public review for a period of at least 30 days prior to board action.
- View the proposed library materials on (September 5, 2025)
- Submit public comments regarding these titles (Sep 5th - Oct 4th)
View proposed titles:
Dollar General Grant- Palacios Elementary
Building Blocks Academy- Early Childhood List
Laura Bush Grant- Dr. Long Elementary
Laura Bush Grant- Garza Pena Elementary
Laura Bush Grant- Doedyns Elementary
Laura Bush Grant- Ramirez Elementary
Parent Library Access
In compliance with Texas Senate Bill 13, you may request access to your child’s library activity using Follett Destiny.
As an authorized user, you’ll be able to:
- View your child’s current and past checkouts
- Browse the full school library catalog
- Submit restrictions on specific titles
Library Materials Review Committee
PSJA Summer Reading Program
Join our summer reading program! Log your minutes in Beanstack from 6/7/25-8/15/25. Need help? Email: amy.marquez@psjaisd.us
PSJA Power Readers Program- Coming 2025-2026
Need help logging into the Beanstack app? We’ve got you covered. PSJA Summer Reading Program starts 6/7-8/15. You can use the Beanstack app or on desktop use clever.com and login then select Beanstack…. Not sure of your child’s ID? Look for it in Home Access Center. The PSJA Library Services Department is here to offer support if you need help. Happy Reading!
Great job, PSJA ISD! Our readers are making every minute count!
With 25,807,822 reading minutes logged in Beanstack, we are building strong readers, critical thinkers, and lifelong learners. Because when we read, we grow. Keep reading, PSJA!
Congratulations to our Top Winners!
1st Place: Guerra Elementary – Librarian Minerva Lazo
2nd Place: Santos Livas Elementary – Librarian Nora Rios
3rd Place: Graciela Garcia Elementary – Librarian Sheila Sinapuelas
1ST PLACE
