Library

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

New for the 2024-25 school year: Student usernames are now the student’s unique 7-digit Student ID number. Passwords were not reset over the summer. If you need 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 and select ICS under "choice schools."

KCLS Catalog

CHECK OUT BOOKS FROM KCLS! Your student ID gives you access to even more amazing resources from the King County Library System! Use Classlink for easiest access and you won't need to do the steps below. 

• 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)

For more information visit the LWSD Resources page.

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!  Need more information? Click here. Email Ms. Peterson if you need help.

Download a PDF for more info about LWSD ebooks

Links to all databases are pre-loaded in Classlink. No need for usernames and passwords to access LWSD databases! Students can also use the KCLS link in Classlink to access all KCLS research resources. Contact Mrs. Peterson for more information.

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.

Evergreen Teen Book Awards List

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

And don't forget to follow the library on Instagram at mrs.peterson_librarian or X @Mrs.PetersonLib

click here to go to the ics battle page!

Announcing the 2024-25 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 2023-24 we had groups meeting to read books about relevant social issues, a romance group, and a very popular mystery book club. Students receive a copy of the book to keep thanks to a grant from the Lake Washington Education Association. Students, check the Library Teams Channel for information about 2024-25 book groups

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

Other great 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.

Want some reading suggestions for your student? Use the "Need to Read" tab above for reading suggestions and best books lists. I have almost 10 years of book recommendations on my Instagram and Twitter accounts. Instagram: mrs.peterson_librarian or Twitter @MrsPetersonLib

Please contact me if you have questions or need further resources.

Amber Peterson 

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

• KCLS Summer Reading Program 2024: kcls.org/summer (select the Teens & Adults tab)
• Online Resources PDF

Launch KCLS from Classlink to access all resources without needing to use any log-in credentials.