Academic Support for High School

Explore resources from the Library and our partners to help students achieve academic success.

Seattle Public Library Online Resources for Student Research - Get access to encyclopedias, articles, newspapers and databases to help you with your student research projects, including:

AtoZ the World: Want to learn about another country? Get in-depth information about 175 countries, including history, culture, customs, food, religion, travel information, maps and much more.
Access Video - Stream documentaries, independent films and content from channels including PBS, BBC, History Channel and A&E, as well as educational videos, how-to and DIY. More movie and streaming options here.
Biography in Context - Get in-depth biographical information about the world’s most influential people from all time periods.
LGBTQ History & Culture - Explore LGBTQ history, culture, health, and political, social and legal issues in the United States and around the world. The searchable database includes approximately 1.5 million pages of information.
LinkedIn Learning - Learn a new skill at your own pace.
Opposing Viewpoints in Context - Perfect for debate prep or anyone interested in seeing both sides of social issues, this database offers insight and research into today’s hottest topics in science, social studies, current events and language arts.
Special Collections Online - Explore the library’s online special collections to learn about Seattle culture & local history.

Coding

Girls Who Code - Code at Home - Free computer science activities released weekly on Mondays. Each activity features a woman in tech who pioneered innovative technology.
Hour of Code - Themed coding tutorials for beginners and coders. Available in over 45 languages.

TEAM United - Students from top US universities will help advise you throughout the college admission process. Also access to college Entrance Exams support, such as SAT, ACT, AP and IB testing.
Washington Student Achievement Council’s Otterbot - A free texting service designed to help Washington high school seniors navigate financial aid for college and career education. Students can access Otterbot via text message 24/7 by texting "Hi Otter" to 360-928-7281.

Virtual Tutoring - K – 12 students in Seattle can get free virtual tutoring from Tutor.com with a Library card or Library Link number.

It Gets Better EduGuides - The It Gets Better Project uplifts, empowers, and connects lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer youth around the globe. Check out EduGuides that include videos, films, books, essays written by LGBTQ youth and more.

Khan Academy - A nonprofit with the mission to provide a free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere.
Scholastic Learn at Home - Day by day projects to keep students reading, thinking and growing.
Wide Open School - Free virtual learning resources by grade and subject.

2020-21 Seattle Public School Resources - Resources for students and families including Student and Staff Health and Safety information.
Seattle Public Schools At Home Learning - Learning at Home examples, resources and activities by grade. Includes links to Technology Support, Social-Emotional Learning and Learning Suggestions for 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students.

PBS Learning Media - Free standards-aligned videos, interactives, and lesson plans for Pre-K-12.
More movie and streaming options here.