This September, the Palm Beach County Library System is joining the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries nationwide for Library Card Sign-Up Month, a time to remind parents, caregivers, students, employees of the school district and licensed K-12 educational institutions that a library card is the first step towards academic achievement and lifelong learning.
A library card opens a world of unlimited possibilities through resources and services that give students the tools to succeed in school and beyond. From STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) activities, family story times, to makerspaces and in-person or virtual homework help, libraries transform lives through education.
“Our Library serves students of all ages,” says Library Director Douglas Crane. “For younger children, we offer many resources, such as book and online tools, to help them learn to read and encourage school readiness, and for teens and older students, we provide access to technology and digital tools such as computers and the CreationStation digital media lab, as well as GED resources.”
Libraries offer free and fun educational resources and activities that bring families and communities together. From events that help with career transitions and résumé workshops, to online resources for students, we’re committed to providing our Library members with the tools for success.
Libraries play an important role in the education and development of children. Studies show that children who are read to in the home and who use the library perform better in school and are more likely to continue to use the library as a source of lifetime learning.
This year, Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 4” characters Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Bo Peep and friends are going on an adventure as Honorary Chairs of Library Card Sign-Up Month. In their role, they will promote the value of a library card and bring attention to the many ways libraries transform lives and communities. During September, the Library System will host activities, including a Library Card Sign-Up Bingo activity at the Hagen Ranch Road Branch.
Since 1987, Library Card Sign-Up Month has been held each September to mark the beginning of the school year. During the month, the ALA and libraries unite in a national effort to ensure every child signs up for their own library card. For more information about how to sign up for a library card, please visit your nearest branch in person or online www.pbclibrary.org/using-the-library/you-and-the-library/get-your-library-card.
For more information Phone: 561-233-2668 Email: hughesn@pbclibrary.org
Public Information Specialist| Palm Beach County Library System
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