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Dear Teachers and Students,
The job aid below is the new way for students to access the digital library through Schoology.
PLS_Job_Aid_Student_Success_Card.docx
See you in the library!
Mrs. Werner
If a teacher wants a Teacher Card, but they do not have a regular library card they should visit a local branch so they can get both at the same time. If a teacher has a regular library card, but not a Teacher Card, then they can fill out the Teacher Card Form (linked here) and they will be issued a Teacher Card. They do need to show proof they are a teacher though. Yes, the retrieval form is only for students to get their Student Success Card information.
Student Success Cards
All LAUSD students already have a Student Success Card, which is a library card through the Los Angeles Public Library. To access the free digital resources offered by LAPL, you don't need a physical card - all you need is your card number! To find out what your card number is, complete a verification form and you will receive your information via the e-mail you provide.
You can also ask Mrs. Werner in the library.
Use your Student Success Card to access a wealth of digital resources including e-books, homework help, music, and more!
Updated 10/06/25
Dear Students and Staff
1. Banned Books Week is here! This week you get the list of the Ten Most Challenged Books of 2024. www.lapl.org With book challenges continuing to increase around the nation, this year, we are highlighting that the Library offers Books Without Barriers and that "We Welcome Everyone to Read Freely." Social media graphics for download in this album.
2. Canoga Branch library has a new Student Zone Helper! Edgar will be available to help K-12th graders with homework and provide many of the materials needed to complete school projects. He will be available Monday-Thursday, 3:00-6:00
3. There will be a college rep from UCLA at the Granada Hills Library this Saturday to answer any questions students/families might have. www.lapl.org
4. Neighborhood Voices 2025 has begun!
What if you could turn your life experiences—or even the latest neighborhood news—into a piece of original theater? Tell your story, learn new skills, and make something unforgettable with your community
WORKSHOP DATES: Wed 5:30PM-7:30PM + Sat 9AM-11AM (Sept 27 - Dec 17)
SEASON SHOWCASE: Fri, Dec 12 at 7PM + Sat, Dec 13 at 2PM
LOCATION: Pasadena (Wed at Villa Parke, Sat at Washington Park)
No experience needed. All ages welcome. Free to join. Still accepting last minute signups.
5. Emory University will be tuition-free for students whose families earn $200,000 or less.
https://news.emory.edu/features/2025/09/er_emory_advantage_plus_17-09-2025/
See you in the library!
Mrs. Werner
Updated 9/30/25
Dear Students and Staff
1. The LA Department of Cultural Affairs is making the Latino American Heritage Month Calendar and Guide available online! Yes, it is huge. That is just because our city is pulsing with creativity!
https://online.flipbuilder.com/culturela/izdh/
2. Sign up for the October 4 Girls Empowerment Conference hosted by LA Park and Rec!
This exciting full day of crafts and workshops is designed to inspire confidence and empower young girls! www.lapl.org
Activities Include: Essential Oil Blending, Live Murals, Crown and Bracelet Making, Prizes and Giveaways, Mindfulness and Self-Care, Sports and Fitness, free Lunch, and Live Music with a DJ! FREE event! Space is limited!
3. Tree People is conducting a tree planting and tree giveaway on October 4th. Check it out at www.laplorg
See you in the library!
Mrs. Werner
Updated 9/22/25
Dear Students and Staff
1. Time to start building a college resume. Here is how:
2. There will be a college rep from USC at the Granada Hills Library this Saturday, September 27, to answer any questions students/families might have. www.lapl.org
See you in the library!
Mrs. Werner
Updated 9/15/25
Dear Students and Staff
Just a reminder that September is Library Card Sign-up month. Attached is a paper application that can be walked into a branch.
https://lapl.org/about-lapl/borrower-services
See you in the library!
Mrs. Werner
Updated 9/10/25
Dear Students and Staff
1. College Admissions FAQs for Parents: What You Should Know This Fall
2. Also, just so you know, on September 15th, the Canoga Park Branch Library will be closed for three weeks for recabling. They will reopen on Oct 8th.
See you in the library!
Mrs. Werner
Updated 8/25/25
Dear Students and Staff
1. High Schoolers interested in theater? www.lapl.org
https://theunusualsuspects.org/
2. They are still looking for Student Zone Helpers. If you or someone you know has any questions, review the www.lapl.org
See you in the library!
Mrs. Werner
Updated 8/18/25
Dear Students and Staff
1. If you haven't had a chance to view LAPL's updated Teen Webpage, check it out. It includes some great resources to ensure Health & Wellness for Teens, Tutor.com, book reviews & blogs written by/for teens, and information about teen volunteering.
2. Plan for the 7th annual Los Angeles Libros Festival's full day of entertainment featuring fSpanish-language and bilingual storytelling, musical performances, authors, workshops, books, and community. Free for the general public.
See you in the library!
Mrs. Werner
Sora: LAUSD's Virtual Library
Sora: LAUSD's Virtual Library
LAUSD students can enjoy free access to digital books through Sora, the student reading app. Sora is the fastest and simplest way to read eBooks and listen to audiobooks! By logging in through Schoology, LAUSD students can instantly explore a vast collection of digital books on almost any device at no cost.
To get started, access Sora via the waffle menu in Schoology or visit https://soraapp.com/library/lausd.
For a step-by-step guide on finding eBooks and audiobooks, check out the Sora Tutorial at https://youtu.be/3L_9N424r9I.
See you in the library!
Mrs. Werner
Updated 8/13/2025
Dear Teachers and Staff,
Please share this years Library Orientation video with your students.
Thank you,
Mrs. Werner
LIBRARY RESOURCES
LIBRARY RESOURCES
Updated 8/13/25
Dear Students and Staff
1. Choosing the Best School for You
Looking for expert guidance on how to identify colleges that fit your needs and preferences? encourage them to register for this webinar on Tuesday, August 19 at 1:00 P.M. L.A. time
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 1:00 P.M. PT
Applying for college is an exciting time! But it can also be daunting! As of 2020, there were nearly 4,000 higher ed institutions in the US alone. That's a lot of options to wade through! How do you possibly narrow it down to the best choice(s) for you to apply to? In this webinar, you'll learn:
• How to research current higher ed institutions
• What to consider when you're looking for a school
• How to narrow your application choices
Come see how you can choose just the right school so you can target your time spent filling out applications! This session is led by Tutor.com's Training and Development Team. We'll be holding a Q&A session after the presentation, so stick around at the end! Can't attend live? Register and you'll receive the final recorded webinar via email.
2. What Not to Write: Common college essay mistakes:
3. The California Student Aid Commission has released their annual statewide list of free Financial Aid workshops:
Keep Reading,
Mrs. Werner
How to Use the Gale Literature Resource Center
How to Use the Gale Literature Resource Center
Mrs. Werner
Mrs. Werner
A little bit about myself I graduated from Cal State University Northridge with a Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal Studies and a Master’s Degree in Administration. I went back to college to get my Librarian Credential from Cal State Long Beach and have been a librarian for over 11 years. Before that I had been a teacher for over 20 years. I have worked at the Elementary, Middle, and now High School level for the past 6 years.
I have been married now for 25 years and have two grown kids, Vienna, 23 and Tristan, 21. They are now both in university completing their degrees. On my free time I love to surf, garden, play ukulele and read books. When I’m not reading or hanging out with my friends and family you could usually find me at the beach surfing or reading a good book.
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