Learning Express - This resource supports those looking to improve core academic skills, pass standardized tests, prepare for college, join the military, obtain occupational certification, find a job, change careers, become a U.S. citizen and much more. Includes practice tests and other study materials for the GED/HSE/TASC, HiSET, TASC, SAT, elementary school and middle school standardized tests, civil service, technical, and other professional exams. This resource is free through the Brooklyn Public Library.
Peterson's Career and Test Prep - Search thousands of college and graduate schools, identify scholarships, take practice tests, create resumes, and explore careers.
Career Info
Occupational Outlook Handbook - An online resource with an overview of careers, their education/training needs, and salary projections.
Peterson's Career and Test Prep - Search thousands of college and graduate schools, identify scholarships, take practice tests, create resumes, and explore careers.
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Student's Desk - Many resources about different careers
Gale OneFile: Vocations & Careers - Research a vocation, find an appropriate institution of learning, and get assistance on job searches and maintaining a career.
My Next Move- helps you answer the question, "What do you want to do for a living?"
Career Finder uses your College Board account.
Career Help - Unsure about your job search? You can get help from the library.
College & Career Pathways - Whether you're working on college applications or trying to figure out what career is best for you, The New York Public Library is here for you, with resources, individual counseling, college and career prep workshops, and programs to help you take the next big step
College Info
College & Financial Aid Resources: Home - Subject guides and links for finding college and financial aid.
College Board-Register for the SATs, check test scores, research colleges and scholarships and MORE.
The Princeton Review-Test Prep, college info, scholarship info, study abroad and summer programs.
College Campus Visit Checklist: How to make the most of your trip
Financial Aid
The ACT-find test dates, register, check scores.
Complete your FAFSA Form
FinAid-Guide for students and parents about financial aid; also includes links to important forms.
Register to Vote Online - Have valid NYS Driver License, Permit or Non-Driver ID and your Social Security Number? Then register online now at the NYC Department of Motor Vehicles Web site.
To download the form and register by mail click here.
A collection of links about drawing and architecture. Click here.
The Struggle for Civil Rights - Student centered activities to learn about the struggle for civil rights.
Social Change - Resources for students and teachers from the NYC SLS Cooperative Collection.
Facing History and Ourselves - Provides resources and support for educators and students to explore racism, antisemitism, and prejudice, helping them develop a deeper understanding of history and the importance of social justice.
The Trevor Project provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ+ youth, along with educational resources on LGBTQ+ issues and social justice.
DoSomething.org A platform that empowers young people to take action on social issues. Students can participate in various campaigns and projects to make a difference in their communities.