Library

Need tech help? Contact the Family Technology Access Support Team (425) 936-1322 or ftaccess@lwsd.org   

Student usernames are the student’s unique 7-digit Student ID number. Passwords will not be reset over the summer. If your student forgets their password and needs a password reset, call Tech support using the number above or stop by the library and we can reset it for you. 

We encourage students to register your password in the event you have difficulty logging in to your student account. Process is simple and quick!  Here's the link to access Password Recovery.

For more information and tech FAQ's please visit the LWSD Technology Help Page  and more detailed information is in the Laptop Handbook. 

Student/Parent Laptop Agreement Form is now available on ParentSquare.

Traveling? Please note that student laptops are not configured to connect to the internet outside of the U.S. Students can still access resources from a personal device. You can use the web-based versions of Teams and Outlook and other applications to do classwork.

ICS Library Catalog

To access the ICS Catalog, use the Destiny Link in Classlink  or CLICK HERE!

KCLS Catalog

CHECK OUT BOOKS FROM KCLS! Your student ID gives you access to even more amazing resources from the King County Library System! 

• Make sure you are in the KCLS Student Portal (kcls.org/students).
• DO NOT log in using the black "Log In/MY KCLS" button!
• When are ready to access materials (books or databases) you will be prompted to enter a Log In/Password.
• Your library account or card number is 414 + your LWSD student ID number for example: 4141234567
• Your PIN or password is the last 4 digits of your LWSD student ID number
• TEACHERS process is the same, but use 414t + the ID number on your badge (without the NS)

Use Classlink to find LWSD ebooks via Sora from Overdrive! Use this link for directions on how to access the very latest and best books available to LWSD secondary students.

So many great books here and no long holds lists like at KCLS. With permission from parents, students can even download the Sora app to a mobile device! 

Links to all databases are pre-loaded in Classlink. No need for usernames and passwords to access LWSD databases!

Students can also access all KCLS research resources from the King County Library System! Go to the KCLS STUDENT PORTAL.

• Select “Online Library” from the menu at the top of the page. Note: DO NOT log in using the black "Log In/MY KCLS" button at this point. You will be prompted to enter this information later!
• When are ready to access materials (books or databases) you will be prompted to enter a Log In/Password.
  • Your library account or card number is 414 + your LWSD student ID number for example: 4141234567
  • Your PIN or password is the last 4 digits of your LWSD student ID number

Need help finding just the right book? Here are some links to get you started. Please note that since we are a middle and high school library, not all books on these lists are right for every student. Check the age level recommendations to make sure a book is right for you.

KCLS New & Interesting Books List

YALSA's Best Fiction for Young Adults List

YALSA's Outstanding Books for the College-Bound Reading List

Library of Congress (Read.gov)

We Need Diverse Books

click here to go to the ics battle page!

Announcing the 2025-26 Battle of the Books titles! Use the link above for more information about this annual LWSD Challenge!

BOOK GROUPS!

We have various book discussion groups during the year for high school and middle school students. In previous years we have had groups meeting to read books about relevant social issues, a romance group, a very popular mystery book club, and the "Horror-able Holiday Book Club" in December/January. Students receive a copy of the book to keep thanks to a grant from the Lake Washington Education Association. Stay tuned for information about book groups for the upcoming school year!

Do you use Common Sense Media? CSM is a resource to provide age-based media reviews for families for books, movies, apps & technology and more. Parent Resource Page.

Information for helping your student grow as a reader can be found on the American Library Association's Resources for Parents and Educator's Page.

The College Board has an extensive list of suggested books they recommend, divided into categories of Literature and Nonfiction/Informational Text: College Board Independent Reading Lists

Other suggestions for good books are listed in the "Need to Read" tab above for reading suggestions and best books lists.

KCLS has many resources for students! Follow these links to learn more!

• KCLS SUMMER READING PROGRAM
• Online Resources PDF