• WELCOME FAMILIES!

    This page is designed to help SLHS families to access online library tools and learning resources. Here, families can learn about and get involved in the school library program. Our staff welcomes drop-ins and we're excited to meet families in person! 

     

     

  • HOMEWORK HELP

     

     

    Professional tutors are available through the Pierce County Library System's "Help Now" database. For more information, visit the teen tools site:

    Pierce County library tools

     

    Khan Academy offers free online tutorials in math, science, history, and a variety of other subjects. Families and students can sign up for a free account by visiting the Khan Academy website:

    Khan Academy

     

  • INTERNET SAFETY FOR TEENS: 

    Internet Brain

  • Netsmartz has downloadable resources, videos, and tip sheets for families and teens. 

    Netsmartz

  • Childnet has more resources for starting conversations around family internet safety. 

    Childnet

  • WHY SUPPORT SCHOOL LIBRARIES?

     

    Nationwide studies have shown that students learn better and achieve bigger when they have access to well-equipped school libraries with full-time, trained staff. For more information, listen to this online radio special:

    Students Learn Better When Schools Keep Libraries

     

    The SLHS Library exists to support the learning and growth of students. The American Association of School Libraries created this parent toolkit with ideas for supporting school libraries:

    AASL Toolkit

     

    More information about the impact of school libraries is shown in this infographic:  

    Infographic Libraries & Achievement