Moncrief Library
Built with an open concept design, The William A. and Elizabeth B. Moncrief Library contains 12,450 square feet of flexible space. Floor to ceiling windows line the south wall of the library encouraging students to enjoy natural lighting during study and collaboration. Mac and desktop computers, printers, and a copier are available for use by all members of the FWCD community. In addition, the Moncrief Library houses three US classrooms, as well as a library classroom and two dedicated study rooms. An outdoor reading patio offers students space to enjoy reading and reflection.
Library Hours
Lower School Library
7:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily for morning checkout and during regularly scheduled library classes.
Moncrief Library
Monday-Thursday: 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday: 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Friday: 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
During early release days, the Moncrief Library will close one hour after the last division is dismissed.
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Introducing Sora: Ebooks and Audiobooks
Getting started with Sora
Step 1Step 2In Sora, find Fort Worth Country Day, then log in with Google Single Sign-in.Note: You may also add Fort Worth Public Library by going to the menu in the top right corner. Click Add Library and search Fort Worth Public Library.Step 3Browse the Explore tab and borrow a book. Your book will open so you can start reading right away.Step 4Close the book and go to Shelf to see all your books (including assignments). From there, you can:- Select Open book or Open audiobook to read or listen to the book.
- Select Options to renew or return the book, see your notes and highlights, and more.
Summer Reading
A summer reading assignment is part of the educational program for all students at FWCD. Faculty who serve on the summer reading committees have attempted to choose books that create pleasurable reading experiences and build enthusiasm for reading. We hope many parents will take the opportunity to read and discuss the books with their children over the summer. For more information about FWCD’s summer reading program, visit https://fwcd.libguides.com/2022summerreading.
Research Assistance
The libraries offer a wide range of research databases to meet the academic needs of FWCD students and faculty. Most databases can be accessed at School without logging in. To access databases off campus, students and faculty will need the login information available on the portal Resources Board.
Bibliographies
Middle and Upper School students use NoodleTools to generate a works cited list of books, periodicals, database articles and websites. NoodleTools can also be used for online note-taking and outlining.
Research Projects
The librarians collaborate with teachers on research projects that support the curriculum and build comprehensive research skills.
Volunteers
Volunteers are an important part of the Moncrief Library staff. Volunteers assist with book processing, shelving and other library projects. Contact Melissa Hickman, library assistant, for more information.
Center for International Studies
In January 2019, the Center for International Studies opened a dedicated space within the Moncrief Library for students, parents, and faculty interested in international study and service. A comfortable seating area facilitates small group presentations and student discussions. A Geochron Digital 4K inputted into a 4K TV displays constantly evolving mapsets, layers, and live data as students and parents view photos of past trips and learn about upcoming travel opportunities.
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Fort Worth Country Day (FWCD) is a JK-12 private, independent, coeducational, nondenominational college-preparatory school located on approximately 100 acres in Fort Worth, Texas. The mission of Fort Worth Country Day School is to foster the intellectual, physical, emotional, and ethical development of capable students through an academically rigorous college preparatory program that integrates the arts and athletics.