1) Get Support and Guidance from Library Staff
You are not alone at the library. Library staff are trained to help students find legitimate information sources online including historical newspapers, speeches, reference databases, trusted websites and more.
2) Use Library Branches to Read and Study
We’ve got cozy reading nooks for reading in our branches, tables and chairs, quiet study rooms and small group study rooms.
3) Take Advantage of Free Online Tutoring Sessions with a Virginia-certified Teacher.
Free Homework help is available 24/7 through the library.
- Students can also sign up for GIVE tutoring in multiple branches throughout the academic year.
- The library also has a variety of Online Resources separately tailored for Grades K-8, and for Grades 9-12.
- Writing a Paper? No problem. Check out “Crediting Online Resources,” where you can find the correct way to properly cite your sources.
- And then there’s “Homework Related Websites” categorized by subject so you can find help specific to your subject, whether economics, history, science, math and more.
4) Find Books, Magazines and Newspapers
Whether you’re studying classics, history or current events, the library has over 2.2 million items in our collection including digital material and print material.
5) Use Library Resources to prep for Fall SATs and ACTs
Several different online sources offer test preparation for SAT, AP, ACT and SOL exams. Visit Learning Express to get started.
6) Access Free Wi-Fi and Computers.
That enables you to plug in and do just about any online research needed for school assignments.