Textbook Information and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Textbook Distribution
I missed textbook distribution
Textbooks are in the Student Success Center. Pickup is between 8:00 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday to Friday.
I came to get books but I don't have any to pick up
Seniors did not receive new books for Quarter 2 because these books were included in the August distribution. For juniors and sophomores, if the student does not have any books it is possible that there were no books for their classes in Quarter 2. If this is not the case then the student should email "Davis Senior High School Library" <dshslibrary@djusd.net> and the Library will follow up with them.
I had a schedule change and need the new book
Here are the steps a student needs to take:
- Please contact your counselor and inform them you do not have the correct book and confirm that the class was changed in your schedule.
- The counselor will notify V.P. Nero and our library staff of the change.
- The library staff will prepare the requested textbook and send you an email confirmation when you can pick up your book at the current textbook distribution location.
We are working as quickly as possible. Providing your book the same day is not a realistic expectation. Please allow up to 2 days to receive your confirmation email to pick up
from the day you notify your counselor. Please return books from any classes you have dropped. We appreciate your patience.
I got the wrong book or did not get a book at all
This student should email the library right away at "Davis Senior High School Library" <dshslibrary@djusd.net> and Library will follow up with them.
Except for students who missed the scheduled pickup date, all other students will be contacted by library staff first to be told when a book is ready.
Students under no circumstance should walk up to the library to inform of changes and expect a book immediately. If you have any questions or concerns please contact V.P. Nina Nero nero@djusd.net.
Book Return
You may return textbooks and library books at the DSHS library entryway on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This is an "unattended drop off" as staff will not be checking in materials until a later time. Please place books in a paper or plastic shopping bag with the student’s name and student ID number clearly marked on the bag. Then place the bag on the table inside the entryway to the DSHS library.
You may also return books to the Student Success Center between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday.
If you have questions or concerns regarding textbooks, or fines for missing or damaged items, please send an email message to
dshslibrary@djusd.net or call the library at (530) 757-5400 extension 181. Thank you.
How do I pay for fines?
We do not assess fines for items merely overdue. Fines are assessed for missing or damaged items only.
Fines may be paid online at the Blue Devil Online Store. Select "Library" under "Product Categories", click on the lost & damaged books image and enter the amount of the fine(s), the student's name and the student's ID number. The fine amount field is labeled "Donation Amount." Yes, we know it's not a "donation," but we can't change the name of the field.
Due to COVID protocols, we are currently unable to accept cash payments.
Fines may also be paid by check. Please include the student ID number in the memo line, and make the check payable to Davis Senior High School. Mail the check to:
Davis Senior High School
attn: Textbook Room
315 W 14th Street
Davis, CA 95616
We will not collect payment for fines during textbook distribution events.
How do I challenge a fine?
Send an email message to dshslibrary@djsud.net with the details and circumstances of the fine. Please include the student's name and ID number. The fine may remain, be reduced, or be waived, depending upon our investigation.
I lost a book--how much does it cost/can I buy a replacement?
If you know the book in question is indeed lost, or damaged beyond repair, please contact dshslibrary@djusd.net for payment or replacement options. Be sure to include details from the "Fine and Overdue Message" in your inquiry.
What if I have other questions?
Please contact the library staff at dshslibrary@djusd.net. Or you may leave a phone message at the library desk, (530) 757-5400 extension 181.