TINKER: to repair, adjust, or experiment with
CREATE: to bring something into existence
TINKER: to repair, adjust, or experiment with
CREATE: to bring something into existence
The Library and Makerspace are full of technology to make your ideas come to life!
** Indicates items that are able to be checked out and used outside of the library for one night or over a weekend.
Please be aware that some items should be requested at least a day ahead of time to ensure the equipment will be ready and available.
Email the librarians at ahslibrary@sdak12.net to place a hold and reserve an item.
Prusa 3D Printers
Prusas are used to print a variety of 3D prints. Prints can be static and unmoving or articulated with individual joints. PLA filmant makes up the majority of the prints, but we also have recycled plastic and biodegradable plant based filament as well. Students can utilize already existing files or create their own from scratch. Use free programs like Blender and Tinkercad to make your own 3D files.
Glowforge Laser Printer
This laser has the ability to cut and engrave up to 1/4" thick wood, acrylic, fabric, leather and paper. Students use the Glowforge to create mementos, earrings, bookmarks, keychains, puzzles and more!
The Bagamad Recording Studio came to fruition in the Fall of 2022 with the help of students who were convinced they could rap well and needed a space to exercise their talents. The recording studio is now home to boom microphones, over the ear headphones, Behringer sound boards and a Mac desktop computer. Students create recordings for their classwork and personal entertainment.
The name Bagamad means "A Storm Is Coming" and was chosen by student Marcell Corbine.
iPads & iPencils**
The AHS Library iPads have graphic design, animation and video editing apps Procreate, Procreate Dreams, Green Screen. Students use the iPads to design logos, stickers, comics, short films, and other multimedia works. This animation was made by AHS student, Natalie Bybee!
Canon DSLR & GoPro Cameras**
Whether you're looking to take action shots or stills, we've got several camera and accessory options for you to choose from. Stop by Sheva's office to see what they can set you up with.
DJI Mini 3 Pro**
This drone hooks up to your phone and shoots in 4K while whizzing through the air. Check out this Beginners Guide for more information!
Darwin M2 Digital Microscope**
These easy to use digital microscopes can record video and take photos of your microscopic findings!
If you're intrigued and want to try, take a look at this video and check one out!
Bose Speakers**
These bluetooth Bose Speakers pack a punch! Partner with a teacher to checkout a speaker during school hours.
Chauvet DJ Gig Bar
Lighting System**
This lighting system is available for checkout! Use the pair for school dances, fundraisers, productions, etc. Watch this tutorial for an introduction to this flashy tech!
NOCS Binoculars**
Birdwatching, hunting, going on a science field trip?
Check out a pair of binoculars to take on your next outdoor adventure.
Cricut Cutter
Cricuts are fine cutting tools and there is almost always a Cricut slicing away in the Makerspace. Design your own custom vinyl stickers, cards, shirt and window decals in Cricut Design Space.
Singer Heavy Duty
Sewing Machine
From book bags to keychains to jingle dresses, you can use the sewing machine to dip your toes in sewing. Let Sheva or Mrs. Tomlinson know if you'd like to give it a try.
Beading Supplies**
Our beading supplies were purchased in consultation with our AHS student beading experts. The Makerspace has a wide variety of seed beads, cabs, leather backing, earring backs, string, beading trays, super glue, etc.
Everything you need!
Thank you to the Ashland Education Fund, Oredocker Foundation and WiLS Ideas To Action Fund for their financial backing of these supplies.
TASCAM DR-05XP Portable Handheld Recorder**
This handheld recorder is perfect for recording a 1-on-1 interview.
Click here to watch a Tascam overview of this product.
Evotech Deluxe Heart Model**
This heart model is 1.5x the size of an actual human heart and comes apart in 10 pieces to showcase the anatomy.
Evotech Half Head Model**
"This anatomical model of the head shows the local morphology of the inner and outer sides of the mid-sagittal section of the head and neck and its blood vessels and nerves: including the superficial muscles of the exposed face, superficial blood vessels and nerves of the face and scalp and the medial structure of the head and brain and upper airway and the sagittal cross-sectional structure of the cervical spine."
Find these design and editing programs on the library desktop computers:
Visit our AHS Library YouTube Channel to find beginner tutorials for all the technology!