If you don’t already have a library card, sign up now for one now to get hundreds of dollars’ worth of test prep (both online and in person) and other resources to beef up a high school application–for free!
- PSAT test prep
- Check the JCFPL website for free in-person and virtual PSAT 8/9 test prep programs Programs vary. Students will strengthen their skills in PSAT 8/9 Math and English.
- Interact with live tutors for PSAT/SAT, ACT, AP and state standardized tests through BrainFuse JobNow’s SkillSurfer (requires a Jersey City Public Library Card).
- Online test prep and downloadable study guide from Gale/Peterson’s Test & Career Prep (requires a Jersey City Public Library Card and creation of login/password for Gale/Peterson’s Test Prep).
- HSPT test prep (requires a Jersey City Public Library Card and creation of login/password for Gale/Peterson’s Test Prep).
- Essay-writing help with BrainFuse JobNow’s SkillSurfer (requires a Jersey City Public Library Card).
- Portfolio-building Resources for High Tech and County Prep admissions
- Impressive project ideas in the art and science magazines available through PressReader.
- Audio production studio at the Communipaw Branch.
- Learn coding in Scratch, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, and SQL with Fiero Code.
- Language learning through Rosetta Stone.
- Google Career Certificates in Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, Digital Marketing & E-commerce, IT Support, Project Management, UX Design, and IT Automation with Python. Multiple languages available.
- Software skills-building through Udemy–learn the software that CTE programs use!
- Contests: write a poem, create artwork, and more. Check the library homepage for up-to-date contest listings.
- Equipment: the Communipaw Branch’s Makerspace has not only equipment to create a portfolio-building project including a sewing machine, button & magnet makers, a Cricut Explore 3 Cutting Machine + Heat Press, an Elite Pro Mug and Tumbler Heat Press but also a podcast production studio and an audio production studio.
- Equipment checkout
- Technology kits including: Laptop Bag, Chromebook with Built in LTE, Charger, and Quick Start Guide.
- Mobile Internet Hotspots–call your branch to check availability and reserve.
- Library branches offer print/fax solutions–call your branch to ask about availability.
- Join the Teen Advisory Board (grades 6 – 12). Gain leadership experience while helping to plan and run events, and suggest improvements. Contact your local branch to find out how to join!