Library
The RISS Library is a center for learning, reading and research located in the ORC at the Senior Campus. Our growing collection of books, periodicals, and online resources supports students throughout their education at RISS, as well as providing leisure reading for students and their families.
Mission Statement
The mission of the RISS Library is to empower global-minded inquiry.
The RISS library provides support, resources, and space for community inquiry and learning, both for education and enjoyment. We aim to support curiosity and global-mindedness as we partner with students, staff and community members to ethically and responsibly seek, evaluate, use and create information. The library is a growing organism that is constantly evolving to meet the information needs of our dynamic international school community.
Collections and Resources
You can search our collection of physical books in the Aura Online Library Catalog.
Ebooks and Audiobooks are available in Sora, the student reading app! Use your school email address via Google single sign-on to instantly borrow and read ebooks, audiobooks, and more on any device, at any time. Download the Sora app on your device or take a look at soraapp.com/library/riss.
For research, RISS has access to Jstor and Britannica Schools
Login details for these platforms have been shared via tutors and the school bulletin. If you are unaware of the login details for either of these platforms, please contact the librarian. If you are unaware of the login details for either of these platforms, please contact the librarian.
Jstor - Aims to support research based projects with a wide range of academic materials available for students and staff.
Britannica Schools - A digital library which is available to both staff and students. It can be used within the classroom but also for casual reading. This resource ranges from foundation years through to Senior years.
Subscriptions
RISS has a school subscription to the New York Times, generously sponsored by the PTA, allowing everyone with a school email address to create a personal NYT account free of charge. To activate your school account, follow the directions in this document.
Librarians
The librarian provides an expert resource for students at every stage of the research process. Teachers are welcome to book lessons with the librarian to familiarize their classes with the school’s resources as well as research skills, evaluating sources, and citations.Students may consult the librarian regarding their own research projects, help with citing and referencing, and extra-curricular reading. Parents and families are also welcome to use the school library resources and consult with the librarians.
Contact our Librarians, Ms. Bier and Ms. Banfi, at risslibrary@wolfert.nl.