Sheldon High School Library

California Learns is Here!

sheldonhlib — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:12:27 +0000

Need help in a particular class? Check out the California Learns Portal designed especially for students in Sacramento!

Click HERE to get to California Learns.

Username: sheldonhigh Password: high

Go to the Ebsco Host Database to find articles for research. These are from magazines and newspapers and are great resources for any research.

Join the SHELDON READS Wiki!

sheldonhlib — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:07:07 +0000

Looking for great book recommendations? Want to see what others are reading? And you like to read? Think about joining the SHELDON READS WIKI! Become a member of the wiki and you can add your own content to it. Add book recommendations, start a book discussion, etc. Or just browse around and see what others have added. You’ll find it at http://sheldonreads.wikispaces.com/. Join today!!

New Library Hours Starting on December 5th!

sheldonhlib — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 19:24:18 +0000

Due to budget cuts, the library hours will be reduced starting Monday December 5th. Here’s what the new hours will be

Mondays 7:30-4:30

Tuesdays 7:30-3:15

Wednesdays 7:30-4:30

Thursdays 7:30-3:15

Fridays 7:30-3:15

In addition, we will no longer be having Computer Lab Days. Starting on December 5th, the library will be open every day during lunch times unless a class is scheduled. There will still be 5 computers in the main library for students to use.

It’s Google Time!

sheldonhlib — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 20:05:52 +0000

Most people don’t know how to search on Google the right way. Google has so many search features that will make searching for relevant and credible websites that much easier. Click on the links below to find out how to maximize your Google experience!

Check this out: http://www.google.com/help/features.html

And this one, too: http://www.google.com/support/websearch/bin/answer.py?hl=en&answer=134479

Here’s a handy reference guide that you can print up and use:

Using Google for Research

Need help with homework? Need help with test-taking skills?

sheldonhlib — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 15:39:10 +0000

The school year is now in full swing and for many of you, it’s time to find resources that can offer you that extra help to get through your classes. So here’s some things to keep in mind:

1. Science and math tutoring is held in the library on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:15- 4:15.

2. Check out http://memorize.com and learn how to make online flashcards– for free!

3. Check this out to get tips on how to study. http://www.coedu.usf.edu/zalaquett/Help_Screens/study_skillsMHS.htm

4. Here’s a website devoted to helping you learn how to study for each subject. http://www.how-to-study.com/

5. Here’s a website to help you prepare for taking a specific type of test. Some good tips here! http://www.testtakingtips.com/

6. Plan on going to college? Check out the advice from the College Board on effective ways to study and take tests. http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/

7. Here’s another good list of test taking tips. http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/

8. And one last website that contains great test taking tips, especially for the SAT and the ACT.http://www.fastweb.com/back-to-school-2011/articles/1707-top-standardized-test-taking-tips

9. This site is super cool!!! http://www.multcolib.org/homework/

10. And another cool site for homework help. http://homeworkspot.com/

Welcome back, Huskies!

sheldonhlib — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 18:16:44 +0000

Welcome back to the 2011-2012 school year. I am thrilled that the library is still open for all students and staff once again. The library has many activities planned this school year and we are eager to get started! Here’s a couple of items to know before we get the library ball rolling!

1. If you still have textbooks from last year, they need to be turned in ASAP! You can come before or after school or during your lunch to drop them off. Overdue notices will be mailed home the 2nd week of school.

2. Join the Library Advisory Committee! This is a great way to get involved and to make sure our library has an active voice in our school and district community. The focus of this group is fundraising and, of course, BOOKS! We also plan various parties and movie nights throughout the school year.

3. Have you become a fan of the Sheldon Library on Facebook, yet? What are you waiting for? Do it today! This is a great way to stay informed about what’s going on in your school library.

4. Need a good book recommendation but Ms. Ledford is always busy and you don’t get a chance to ask her? Check out her recommendations at Library Thing. Click HERE to view the books or simply click the tab on the right side of this website. All of these books are here in the Sheldon Library.

5. Need extra help with homework? How about a quiet place to get work done before going home? The Library is open until 4:30 on Mondays and Wednesdays. Come and take advantage of a quiet, comfortable place to get your homework done. This will start on August 22nd.

OK, that’s it for now. Subscribe to this website so you can stay informed and notified when changes are made. See you all on August 15th!

ATTENTION SENIORS!

sheldonhlib — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 21:32:01 +0000

It’s hard to believe its already time to start gathering up books belonging to seniors. So if you are getting ready to graduate, please make sure you return ALL LIBRARY BOOKS AND TEXTBOOKS to the library by May 13th. Failure to do so will mean you cannot participate in mandatory graduation activities. Please come and see me if you are unsure about what is on your library record. If you’ve lost a textbook, there is still time for you to purchase a replacement copy at http://amazon.com. Otherwise, you will be responsible for the entire cost of the lost book. Please stop by the library for details.

Take the Library Survey! The librarian is curious to know what you think about our library.

sheldonhlib — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 17:57:00 +0000

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JOIN THE LIBRARY ADVISORY COMMITTEE!

sheldonhlib — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 23:07:12 +0000

Want to talk about the latest books with other book lovers?

Looking for a way to find more friends?

Do you like to spend time at the Sheldon Library?

Do you want more good books to read?

If you answered YES to any of the questions above, then come out and join the SHELDON HIGH SCHOOL LIBRARY ADVISORY COMMITTEE! We meet every Wednesday right after school in the library. All new members are welcome. We look forward to seeing you!

Library Updates for the Spring Terms!

sheldonhlib — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 18:19:31 +0000

Hello Huskies! First of all, thank you for getting in all of your textbooks before you went on break. I really appreciate your help in getting them in and ready for the new spring terms. Secondly, the library will now be back to our regular operations starting Wednesday January 12th. And our most exciting news of all, our hours are changing once again! On Mondays and Wednesdays the library will stay open until 4:30. So here is a breakdown of our library hours:

Mondays and Wednesdays 7:15-4:30 Tuesdays and Thursdays and Fridays 7:15-3:15