Resources
for 24/7 access to numerous high-quality, general and specialized databases for research and personal learning.
Passwords for all databases can be found in Schoology.
Follow this link for instructions to join a Schoology class.
Copy & paste this code to join: MBZD-P8PH-6CJ8Q
If you have any questions, please ask a library staff member for assistance.
Audiobooks
SBHS now has easier access to even more audiobooks than ever before!
We have access to the Vermont Schools Shared Digital Collection & through your local public library, you can also access the Green Mountain Library Consortium collection (aka Listen Up VT).
It’s easy to access both collections through the Sora app.
Download the Sora app onto your smartphone or access it through your laptop at: https://soraapp.com/
Log in to Sora using your school Google account and you’ll have instant access to thousands of audiobooks & ebooks.
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The library has a large collection of self-contained MP3 players for you to borrow. If you're looking for a specific book, ask a librarian and we can help!
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Open Culture free audiobooks- access to free audiobooks in the public domain. These books tend to be older "classics."
E-books
SBHS now has easier access to even more ebooks than ever before!
We have access to the Vermont Schools Shared Digital Collection & the Green Mountain Library Consortium collection (aka Listen Up VT).
It’s easy to access both collections through the Sora app.
Download the Sora app onto your smartphone or access it through your laptop at: https://soraapp.com/
Log in to Sora using your school Google account and you’ll have instant access to thousands of audiobooks & ebooks.
Check out the eBooks folder on the Library Resources Schoology page.
Project Gutenberg- free downloadable eBooks. Many classic titles. Why not start with their top 100 list?
Magazines & journals
Did you know that the Gale OneFile Database has access to over 8,000 magazines?
Newspaper access
Gale Onefile News Articles from over 3,000 local, national, and international news organizations.
New York Times Searchable index of articles from 1985-present day.
Washington Post Searchable index of articles from 2014 to present (usually 1 day wait before articles appear).
Additional resources can be found in the Library's Schoology class.
This an amazing resource filled with tutorials, eBooks, & test prep for many standardized tests including: SAT, ACT, PSAT/NMSQT, and even AP subject tests!
This resource is FREE!!! Just create an account using your school email address.
