Notes from the Library 3-31-20

Chugiak Library

I sure miss seeing you all in the Library!

Please remember I continue to be a resource for all things information! I’m trying to post the available links for ebooks and audiobooks as they become available.

Can’t Get into a Database?

If you get a page with “SLED Databases” at the top and it asks for username and password, read on!

If you’re an Alaska resident with an Alaskan area code, call 1-800-440-2919 for a password. Otherwise, Alaska residents can fill out our form (AK State Libraries) to receive a password.

Fill out the form completely so we can verify your Alaska residency. We must do this for our vendors.

TumbleBooks has resources available for teens.

http://www.TeenBookCloud.com – gr 7-12 ebook database

Direct Link: https://www.teenbookcloud.com/autologin.aspx?U=aktumbles&P=trial

Username: aktumbles  Password: trial

http://www.AudioBookCloud.com – all ages audio book database Direct Link: https://www.audiobookcloud.com/autologin.aspx?U=aktumbles&P=trial

Username: aktumbles Password: trial

Scroll down for SORA/LIBBY, Hoopla and other links to reading using your ASD or APL credentials.

Notes from the Library

Chugiak Library

Please don’t worry about overdue books.  There are no fees or fines. Right now the plan is that you will turn them in after school starts up again.  We will post additional information as it becomes available.

Need books and reading?  Ebooks and audiobooks are available from the Anchorage School District and the Anchorage Public Library (broader selection).  

Anchorage School District: 

  • Go to https://soraapp.com/welcome
  • Click Find My School.
  • Choose Chugiak High
  • Use your normal student username lastname.firstname@asdk12.org and password. 

Anchorage Public Library:

  • Go to anchoragelibrary.org
  • Pull down the Books + Movies + Music Menu
  • Click on Alaska Digital Library and create a new account using your ASD login username.  You will need your 14 digit ASD library number which you can only get by emailing Mrs. LaRue at larue_debra@asdk12.org (if your parents opted you in for this at registration)  or use if you have a public library card use those credentials.
  • You also can access several (not all) of the other programs with your ASD credentials.

Some additional free reading resources: (starting small here)

Read Alouds at https://www.romper.com/ (Celebs and Famous Authors Reading Children’s Books)

Scholastic Learn At Home https://classroommagazines.scholastic.com/support/learnathome.html Day by day projects to keep kids reading, thinking, and growing. (Pre-K to 6+)

Email Mrs. LaRue with any questions at larue_debra@asdk12.org

March 5 Announcements

Chugiak Library

Normal Bell Schedule

  • If you want to go out for a sport/activity you must get a golden ticket. There is a collection of them on Mrs. Huffer’s door. Go see Mrs. Huffer to be eligible.
  • Seniors: Pick up your Jostens orders on Thursday, March 5th 9am-12 in the cafeteria!
  • Do you want your photos or artwork to be featured in the yearbook? Submit your artwork or photography to Mrs. Logan’s room, Rm 4, or submit to chsyearbooksubmit@gmail.com by March 16th.
  • Don’t forget to stop by the library and get extra reading material for Spring Break!
  • Improv is holding open auditions for the upcoming district wide competition! All are welcome to try out on Wednesday, March 18 at 2:30pm in the house three commons area. For more information please see Mrs. Templeton in room 508.
  • 10th, 11th & 12th Graders: Sign up for a free practice SAT & ACT, brought to you by the Chugiak High School counseling team. After taking a full-length practice SAT/ACT released by the test maker, you will get a detailed score report with a roadmap to score improvement, plus guidance on whether to focus on the SAT or ACT. This semester, Chugiak High School is hosting the following events:
    • Practice ACT on Friday, March 6 from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Check-in will begin at 8:30 AM. Please arrive by 8:55 AM. Room TBA.
    • Practice SAT on Saturday, March 21 from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Check-in will begin at 8:30 AM. Please arrive by 8:55 AM. Room TBA.

Space is limited. View all practice SAT/ACT dates and reserve your seat for free at www.frontiertutoring.com/practicetest.

March 4 Announcements

Chugiak Library

Normal Bell Schedule

  • If you want to go out for a sport/activity you must get a golden ticket. There is a collection of them on Mrs. Huffer’s door. Go see Mrs. Huffer to be eligible.
  • Seniors: Pick up your Jostens orders on Thursday, March 5th 9am-12 in the cafeteria!
  • Do you want your photos or artwork to be featured in the yearbook? Submit your artwork or photography to Mrs. Logan’s room, Rm 4, or submit to chsyearbooksubmit@gmail.com by this Friday.
  • Don’t forget to stop by the library and get extra reading material for Spring Break!
  • 10th, 11th & 12th Graders: Sign up for a free practice SAT & ACT, brought to you by the Chugiak High School counseling team. After taking a full-length practice SAT/ACT released by the test maker, you will get a detailed score report with a roadmap to score improvement, plus guidance on whether to focus on the SAT or ACT. This semester, Chugiak High School is hosting the following events:
    • Practice ACT on Friday, March 6 from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Check-in will begin at 8:30 AM. Please arrive by 8:55 AM. Room TBA.
    • Practice SAT on Saturday, March 21 from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Check-in will begin at 8:30 AM. Please arrive by 8:55 AM. Room TBA.

Space is limited. View all practice SAT/ACT dates and reserve your seat for free at www.frontiertutoring.com/practicetest.

March 3 Announcements

Chugiak Library

Normal Bell Schedule

  • If you want to go out for a sport/activity you must get a golden ticket. There is a collection of them on Mrs. Huffer’s door. Go see Mrs. Huffer to be eligible.
  • March 3rd at the beginning of lunch  there will be  a boys soccer meeting just outside the Activity office.
  • A big shout-out to all the students who attended Model United Nations at UAA this past weekend! Congratulations Tayton Shipley, Kirstina Manwaring, Emmy Numann, and Abigail Spencer on the passage of their committee resolutions, and a big congrats to Madeline Haker and Autumn Thomas for winning their cases in front of the International Criminal Court!
  • Seniors: Pick up your Jostens orders on Thursday, March 5th 9am-12 in the cafeteria!
  • ASD is hosting the Battles of School Spirit on Friday, March 6.  Similar to WACKO, it is an OUTDOOR competition among ASD high schools.  If you would like to represent CHS, please see Mrs. Portie in Room 178.  Please see flyers around the school for a list of games and more information.
  • 10th, 11th & 12th Graders: Sign up for a free practice SAT & ACT, brought to you by the Chugiak High School counseling team. After taking a full-length practice SAT/ACT released by the test maker, you will get a detailed score report with a roadmap to score improvement, plus guidance on whether to focus on the SAT or ACT. This semester, Chugiak High School is hosting the following events:
    • Practice ACT on Friday, March 6 from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Check-in will begin at 8:30 AM. Please arrive by 8:55 AM. Room TBA.
    • Practice SAT on Saturday, March 21 from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Check-in will begin at 8:30 AM. Please arrive by 8:55 AM. Room TBA.

Space is limited. View all practice SAT/ACT dates and reserve your seat for free at www.frontiertutoring.com/practicetest.

March 2 Announcements

Chugiak Library

PLC Bell Schedule

  • If you want to go out for a sport/activity you must get a golden ticket. There is a collection of them on Mrs. Huffer’s door. Go see Mrs. Huffer to be eligible.
  • This Friday Feb. 28th  and March 3rd at the beginning of lunch  there will be  a boys soccer meeting just outside the Activity office.
  • ASD is hosting the Battles of School Spirit on Friday, March 6.  Similar to WACKO, it is an OUTDOOR competition among ASD high schools.  If you would like to represent CHS, please see Mrs. Portie in Room 178.  Please see flyers around the school for a list of games and more information.
  • Jostens will be here Monday from 9am-1pm handing out cap/gowns in the cafeteria.
  • 10th, 11th & 12th Graders: Sign up for a free practice SAT & ACT, brought to you by the Chugiak High School counseling team. After taking a full-length practice SAT/ACT released by the test maker, you will get a detailed score report with a roadmap to score improvement, plus guidance on whether to focus on the SAT or ACT. This semester, Chugiak High School is hosting the following events:
    • Practice ACT on Friday, March 6 from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Check-in will begin at 8:30 AM. Please arrive by 8:55 AM. Room TBA.
    • Practice SAT on Saturday, March 21 from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Check-in will begin at 8:30 AM. Please arrive by 8:55 AM. Room TBA.

Space is limited. View all practice SAT/ACT dates and reserve your seat for free at www.frontiertutoring.com/practicetest.