Welcome to the Kranz Junior High School library webpage! The library is located in the center of KJHS and therefore, is the central "hub," or heartbeat, of the school. 

Students typically visit the library through their RLA/ELA classes on a three-week rotation and may have 2-3 books checked out from the library at any given time. 

The KJHS Library offers many programs throughout the school year such as book fairs, themed months or events, contests, and more. 

Hello Kranz Gators!

My name is Lacey Rodgers, and I am honored to serve as your full-time Librarian Substitute this year. I am currently pursuing my Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and am deeply passionate about helping students grow in confidence, creativity, and literacy.

Before stepping into education, I worked in creative media and storytelling, including storyboarding and visual development. That experience taught me how powerful stories can be — not just on a screen, but in shaping how we think, imagine, and understand the world. I love finding new and engaging ways to help students connect with stories, whether through books, graphic novels, creative projects, or interactive experiences.

I believe literacy is about more than reading words on a page. It is about building imagination, critical thinking, and the confidence to express your ideas. My goal is to create a library environment where every student feels welcome, supported, and inspired — whether they already love reading or are still discovering what they enjoy.

I am excited to work alongside our students and staff and help make the library a place of creativity, curiosity, and growth.

Let’s make it a great year, Gators!