WHS Library Blog

What's New in the WHS Library: Digital Tools, Tech Updates & Native American Heritage Month

Hello from the library! With the second quarter comes a few updates to digital resources and a brand new computer cart!

Digital Resources: Expanded Access to Gale Databases

We're excited to announce that WHS now has more tailored access to digital resources. Based on last year’s usage data, we’ve recently subscribed to four of our most widely-used Gale databases: Opposing Viewpoints, Global Issues, World History, and Biography. These resources offer a wealth of information across topics essential for independent research and class assignments. 

• Accessing from home: Use the password wildcats.
• Accessing at school: Head over to our databases page on the WHS Library website. Students and staff can access these databases, and many more, without needing to log in.

Please note, there are resources on this page that may require signing in with a public library card as some databases are provided by the Massachusetts Library System (MLS) or through the Weston Public Library. 

New Chromebooks Are Here!

 The library is home to a brand-new Chromebook cart! Our latest addition, named Maui (as part of our district’s new tradition of naming all carts after islands), is ready to serve whole-class needs for testing.

 Signing Up: Faculty can book the cart via the "HS Library: Teacher Sign Up" Google Calendar. 

• This cart is specifically for classroom use; we will not be using it as a loaner cart. Keeping the devices together ensures everyone gets the full benefit of these resources when needed.
• If you have any questions or if you need technical support with LinkIt, please send an email to: helpdesk@weston.org.

Native American Heritage Month

November is Native American Heritage Month—a time to celebrate the traditions, languages, and stories of Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and affiliated Island communities. By highlighting Indigenous reads in our library, we aim to bring greater awareness to these communities' rich histories, unique values, and cultural contributions. 

To honor the month:

• Visit our display in the library, or explore the collection in our online catalog.
• Everyone who checks out an Indigenous read this month is eligible to enter our raffle.
• Winners will be announced at the end of November, just before Thanksgiving!

Stay tuned for more updates, and as always, feel free to reach out to the library team with any questions. Thanks for reading! 

Mrs. Barry & Ms. Lockwell