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Welcome! The Stephenson Library is committed to partnering with families to provide the resources and information needed to help you support your student(s) through the learning process. This page is for you! We welcome your input and are glad you're here!
How The Library Supports Students
"When schools have high-quality library programs and librarians who share their expertise with the entire school community, student achievement gets a boost." Learn how school librarians positively impact student success.
High-quality school library programs like ours are central to student achievement. Find out more!
High-quality school library programs like ours are central to student achievement. Find out more!
All PPS students now have a Multnomah County Library card! Learn about Library Connect
Click the image to enlarge. To locate your student’s ID: log into Synergy ParentVue and click the “Student Info” link for your child.
Get help with homework or research
Tutor.com offers 1-on-1 help from 2-10 pm daily in English, Spanish and Vietnamese, including real-time tutoring in Spanish as a 2nd language. Use your Library Connect (see above) or existing MCL account to login.
Check out this video from Multnomah County Library to learn more about the free, live homework help service from Tutor.com.
This site walks students through a four-part research process: Plan, Find, Create, and Present. Includes video tutorials.
Online encyclopedias, maps, games, quizzes, timelines, and lesson plans. Sign in with Google using a student account and password @pps.net
Tech Corner & Internet Safety
A thoughtfully planned, produced, and curated set of resources bound to get kids hooked on learning to code. Free.
This site offers resources for families to teach kids about computer security, cell phones, texting, video games, online privacy, and more.
This Google program includes a guide for families to encourage digital safety and citizenship for elementary students. Available in English and Spanish.
Databases
When a login is required, sign in with Google using a PPS student account ending with @pps.net.
Science/Social Studies Articles
Science, nature, culture, and space
Animals, plants, music, science, sports
Excellent resource for annual PDX (3rd) and OR (4th) history projects
View all databases here
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