• Before and after school, no passes needed
• From class or study hall, get a pass from the teacher
• From lunch, get a pass from the teacher in the cafeteria
• Upon arriving, sign in and drop pass in box
• Study hall and lunch students must remain the entire period

• Diverse collection of fiction and nonfiction books and eBooks 
• DVDs and videos
• 65 computers attached to printers
• Online Subscription Databases

• Student ID card is their library card
• 3 books maximum checkout
• Fiction and Nonfiction books -
• 3-week checkout; 1-time renewal; 5 cent per school day overdue fine
• Reference books -
• Overnight checkout; 1-time renewal; 25 cent per school day overdue fine
• Students will be charged for lost books at their replacement cost; damaged books will be charged on an individual basis
• Overdue and fine notices are given to homeroom teacher weekly

• 65 computers providing access to the internet, card catalogs, and online subscription databases
• District policy states "Computer usage is for school-related educational purposes only.  The use of the network is a privilege, not a right, and may be revoked if abused.  Failure to comply with the guidelines for acceptable use will result in disciplinary action, which may include suspension of computer privileges."  See Toms River Regional Schools Student Acceptable Use Policy for complete information
• No food or drinks at computers
• No excessive printing please - Copy and Paste needed information 

• Online Card Catalog available to search for books at High School East or any school in the district
• Link to The Ocean County Library online card catalog

• NJ Department of Labor & Workforce Development - Provides information on worker protections, labor market information, and career services, including job search, resume, and interviewing assistance
• Occupational Outlook Handbook - Information on most jobs in the US, including what workers do, the work environment, qualifications, pay, and occupational outlook
• O'Net Online - Occupational database that includes information on skills, abilities, and interests for many jobs to help with career exploration and vocational counseling

CITATION

• Citation Machine - Creates citations and checks for grammar, punctuation, and accidental plagiarism
• EasyBib - Citation generator along with grammar, writing, and topic guides
• OWL (Online Writing Lab - Purdue University) - Contains resources for citations, research, and the writing process

REFERENCE

• Awesome Library - Contains thousands of carefully reviewed resources for students
• Bibliomania - Free online literature featuring classic texts, study guides, author biographies, and book summaries
• Dictionary - Meanings and definitions of words
• Library Spot - A library resource center bringing library and reference sites together in one user-friendly spot
• RefDesk - "Fact Checker for the Internet", this website arranges and reviews credible web-based resources
• Thesaurus - Synonyms and antonyms of words

RESEARCH

• Google Scholar - Search engine that provides an easy way to search for scholarly literature from one convenient place
• ScienceDirect - Peer-reviewed research information that includes journals, articles, ebooks, and digital archives
• Sweet Search - Search engine created specifically for students

TEST PREP

• College Board - Organization that helps students transition to college and includes the SAT, Accuplacer, and AP testing
• Peterson's - Provides test prep for the ACT, AP, and SAT
• Princeton Review - Provides test prep for the ACT, AP, and SAT

Toms River Regional Schools is not responsible for content on external sites or servers.

• Britannica School - Presents encyclopedia articles, multimedia, and primary sources.  Browse by subject, media type, or weekly rotating content.
• Central Student by Proquest & Coronavirus Research Database - ProQuest Central Student provides access to 13 databases in science, technology, education, social sciences, humanities, and news.  Also provides access to Coronavirus Research database and Publicly Available Content database.  Includes videos. 
• EBSCOhost - Provides reference resources from over 20 databases.  Includes citation assistance and the ability to save searches and results.
• Infobase Databases - Facts On File, Bloom's Literature & Ferguson's Career - Users have access to 11 databases including 6 Facts On File History databases, Curriculum Resource Center, Health Reference Center, Issues & Controversies, Science Online, and World Geography & Culture; Bloom's Literature Online; Ferguson's Career Guidance Center.
• Follett eBooks - Search the collection of Follett fiction and nonfiction eBooks through Destiny Discover.

User Names and Passwords may be obtained from your teacher or the Media Specialist

How to Search the HSE Card Catalog & Place a Book on Hold

How to Access Online Resources from HSE Media Center

27 Things Your Teacher Librarian Does

Acceptable Use of Computer Network/Computers and Resources - District Policy 2361

The Media Center hosts National Honor Society peer tutoring Tuesday and Thursday from 1:40 until 2:25.  Students can get help in English, Math, Science, and Social Studies.  No appointment is necessary!

Please see the Media Specialist for any Chromebook issues or repairs.

As stated in the Student Device Handbook, Chromebooks will be distributed during selected dates in coordination with the individual school buildings. Each student will receive an AC charger with their Chromebook. Before a Chromebook will be issued to the student, parents and students must read, understand, and accept the following online forms:

• Review of Toms River Regional Schools Board Policies
• Acceptable Use of Computer Network/Computers and Resources 
• Use of Technology Policy
• Student Use of School District Provided Technology Devices Policy
• Anti-Big Brother Act Compliance Notice
• Pay or waive the optional Insurance Plan fee of $30.00 (see section on “Repairing or Replacing Your Device” for details)
• Repairing or Replacing Your Device - Warranty/Protection Plan -  All district Chromebooks come with a one-year factory warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship as part of the purchase price of the equipment. This limited warranty covers normal use, mechanical breakdown or faulty construction. This warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, abuse or accidents.  
• Pay all other fees and monies owed (Activities, Food Service, etc.)
• District-loaned devices are intended for home use and for educational purposes only. Usage is monitored, and all activity is logged. The use of a Chromebook is a privilege that can be revoked due to failure to adhere to the Toms River Regional Schools rules and regulations for Chromebook use.