Online databases are resources designed to help users find reliable & up-to-date information on a wide assortment of topics. These will include primary documents, peer-reviewed articles, interviews, archived news clippings, videos, and other helpful findings. This will save time from looking through mountains of Google search resutls to best determine an answer for a research query. Over the past couple of years, Colton High School has been unable to purchase databases due to budgetary constraints. Newly acquired Title I funds may open the door to make these available for student use. A free online trial from the Gale publishers opens up access to these invaluable materials. However, this will only last through September 24, 2013. Take a look at the following resources:
Biography in Context Literature Resource Center Opposing Viewpoints Student Resource Center The links are also included on the Colton High School Library Catalog Page. The Gale links are just a few examples. I am also examining World Book Encyclopedia, College & Career guides, and Health sites to name a few. Your responses will determine if these can be purchased for the entire year.
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Deadlines for ACT/SAT registration & college admissions are fast approaching. Are you ready? Many of you viewed a College Voice Thread with this information & other important steps for post high school educational pursuits at the library through your Senior English classes. The link for the Voice Thread is https://voicethread.com/share/3289106/ Image located at http://www.mlkingseniors.com/resources/college-bound-21oicab.jpg
Now that registration & textbook distribution is finished, the CHS library is back in business for the 2013-14 school year. Check out new worthwhile books for recreational use. Pay attention to upcoming announcements about library programs.
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AuthorI am Ms. April Geltch, Colton High School Librarian. Library Information
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