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Books, Movies & So Much More!
 JEL Catalog. Did you
know that your library has more than 88,000 items? And did
you know that you can request items from other libraries?
Through our Catalog, you have access to over 6 million books,
DVDs, CDs, magazines and downloadable books and videos! All you need is
a valid library card and your imagination.
Check it out –
then check them out!
 Looking for
something good to read? We have selected some great
suggestions of new items.
Check them out!
 Have you read all the books by your favorite author? Are you
looking for more SciFi or mysteries to read? This is the
place for you!
Novelist will give you some great ideas
for books that are similar to your favorite books. All
you need is a valid library card.
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Homework Help
 Need a little help with
homework? Check out this! These electronic databases are from reliable sources: encyclopedias,
dictionaries, journals, magazines, and newspapers. This is a
great place to start if you’re working on a project for school or
if you just need some answers for that really tough class.
You just need a valid library card to get started.
 Check out
these sites on the World Wide Web. If you don’t see what
you’re looking for, let us know. Maybe we can direct you to
another source. Also, let us know if you have a website that
you really like.
 Still not finding what you’re looking
for? Why not ask a librarian!
A dedicated staff of library professionals
is available to help you find the answers you need. The
Reference Desk is located on the Main Level. Questions may be
asked in person during normal
Hours of Operation, on the phone by calling 764-5426, Ext.105 or by
e-mail. If the Library is closed, you can chat with a
librarian at MassAnswers, which provides live connections to
librarians 24 hours per day, 7 days a week.
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 School
Connection
Southbridge High School - Southbridge
Mary E. Wells Middle School – Southbridge
Bay
Path Regional Vocational Technical High School – Charlton
Trinity Catholic Academy
Tantasqua Regional High School - Fiskdale
Shepherd Hill High School - Dudley
Quaboag Regional High School - Warren
Woodstock Academy – Woodstock, Connecticut
Marianapolis Prepatory School - Thompson, Connecticut
Local
Scholarships
These scholarships are available to
local students. Please contact each organization for
scholarship information. Contact information is available
through the
Community
Information Database.
Academic Finance Corporation (AFC) of Worcester County $500
Scholarship Sweepstakes
Big Y - Gerald & Paul D’Amour Founders’ Fellowship for
Academic Excellence. Big Y®
Scholarships are available to High School Seniors,
Undergraduates, Graduates, Community College and
Non-Traditional Students. All Big Y customers and their
dependents in the Big Y Market Area and Big Y employees and
their dependents, regardless of residence, are eligible.
Harrington Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship
–Awarded since 1959 to students planning a career in health
care.
Rotary Club of Southbridge RYLA Scholarship – Supports a
three-day leadership-training seminar at Nichols College,
Dudley.
Southbridge
Credit Union - Tri-Community Scholarship has been awarded
annually since 1994. For information, call 508-765-5454.
Southbridge Optimist Club – Awards two
scholarships to Southbridge High School students annually.
Southbridge Woman’s Club – Awards a
scholarship to a graduate resident of Southbridge, Sturbridge
or Charlton.
Town of Southbridge Scholarship – Apply
through Town Clerk’s office. Call 508-764-5408.
Exchange Club of Tri-Community – A.C.E.
Award
Dr. Dewey Tiberii – Awards two $500
scholarships to local high school graduates pursuing a career
in the health services sector. For details, call
508-765-0687.
College & Career
 Cramming for those upcoming
college entrance exams? Take a
practice test here. You just
need a valid library card to get started. NOTE: You will
need to register to use this program. Select "new user";
Your "user name" begins with 01605, then the first 9
digits of your valid Jacob Edwards Library card (without
spaces or letters); Create a password; Choose the "Worcester
Public Library" option; click update. This will allow
you to save your test results and to log in later for more
practice tests sessions.
Take a try at
the
MCAS test.
 National Association for College Admission Counseling
-
The NACAC makes it their mission to help you get into
college. In their "For Students" section you'll find great
tips and resources. Be sure to check out their
College Fairs schedule. Artsy teens will want to pay
particular attention to the Performing and Visual Arts College
Fair. Provided by the National Association for College
Counseling.
 Peterson's
- A commercial
site by a firm that’s been in the college and career biz since
about day one; it's worth checking out.
 FAFSA - Applying for student aid? Take a
look at FAFSA on the Web. Provided by the Department of
Education.
 FinAid
- This highly rated site is the
first place to look for financial aid information. By
National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators.
 Guaranteed Scholarships.com
- You'll find a list of scholarships guaranteed by individual
colleges to ALL admitted students meeting the criteria
listed. By American Educational Guidance Center.
 College Board
- Online Information from the people who
bring you the SATS.
 The Princeton Review -
The Princeton Review is the big dog of the test preparation
(SAT, etc) world, so take a look.
Peterson’s College and Career Center
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The college experts bring you information about
schools, applications you can download, and more.
U.S. News Online - The
annual college rankings.
Web U.S. Universities, by State - A list of
university websites by state. Provided by the University of
Texas at Austin.
 My College Guide -
Search for schools by location, size and cost. Ask questions
of the Admissions Guru.
 O*Net Online -
Designed to replace the Dictionary of Occupational Titles,
this site includes information on skills, abilities,
knowledges, work activities, and interests associated with
occupations. Provided by the U.S. Department of Labor.
 PsychTests.com
- When you first start thinking about a career, start thinking
about what you are interested in, what you like to do, and
other personality topics. This site will test you to help you
find a suitable career path.
 R U Ready? Life after High School
- R U Ready has four major sections: choosing a career,
educational paths, paying for your education, and the job
search. Designed for middle and high school students, it’s a
good starting point for career exploration. Provided by
Virginia Business Magazine.
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Summer Reading 2008
Summer Reading @ Your
Library! Join the summer reading program
and register to win some un-X-pected prizes!
Keep a record of your reading on our new on-line
E-Vance reading log. It's fun and easy.
June 16 through August
7, 2008
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Tunes, Stars & Zines
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Tell Us What You Think
Got an idea for a great movie or book? Any great sites that
you’d like to suggest? Have a great idea for a teen program?
Drop us a line and tell us what you think.
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