School Year Essentials
Explore free programs, tools, and support at the library to help students, families, and teachers start the year strong.
Student Help
Reading Programs
Math Programs
STEAM Programs
Test Preparation
Online Learning
Chat with a Librarian
Reading Recommendations
Reading Lists
Reserve a Computer
Reserve a Study Room
Access the Internet
Events
Enjoy a variety of free library events designed to welcome you back and help you succeed this school year.
Back to School at the Library
Academic Support and Homework Help
Student Library Card
Students at participating school districts have access to a special library card that can be used to checkout tech devices, get homework help online, stream books and media, and has no late fines on all overdue items.
Suggested Reads
Staff Picks
SJPL Picks: Books for the very beginning reader
A list of books for our very earliest readers. Small sentences and pictures will keep your newest reader engaged!
SJPL Picks: Back to School with YA Fiction
Follow teens and young adults as they experience adventures, challenges, drama, romance, and new beginnings at school.
Educator Card
SJPL is proud to support our amazing educators. Teachers can apply for a free Educator Card to access classroom resources and borrow materials with an extended checkout period, all with no overdue fines.
Online Resources
Tutor.com
Get ready for the SAT, ACT, and AP Tests with practice tests, tutoring, and videos from the Princeton Review.
Tutor.com
Find your dream school, get help with the admissions process, and learn about financial aid options.
HomeworkCA
Get homework help from a live tutor, drop off assignments for review, or use study guides and tutorials for K-12th grade and college prep.
Gale in Context: Middle School
Explore the most-studied topics including cultures, government, people, history, literature, and more.
Gale in Context: High School
Explore thousands of topics across subjects including literature, science, history, and social issues using different sources.
Peterson's Test Prep
Tool for standardized test prep, researching and selecting college and grad-schools, finding tuition assistance, and exploring careers.