Public Libraries & Resources

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SSJCPL.org Library Card & eCard

Because 90+% of Rams live in and use Stockton-San Joaquin county branch libraries (SSJCPL), this is the DEFAULT library system.

ALL Saint Mary's students (regardless of where they live) should get a library card through Stockton-San Joaquin County Library (SSJCPL.org).

LODI is not part of the SSJCPL, so in order to access the same databases that Mrs. Crow will have you using, you will need to get a library card from the SSJCPL.

Why get a card?

Databases cost (on average) $2,000-$3,000 annually. St. Mary's cannot afford to get as many databases as we would like, so Mrs. Crow has you access databases that are available to you through the local public library. Because 90% (plus) of our students live in the SSJCPL system, that is our default access point. You will want to be able to follow along with the rest of your class.
FREE TUTORING!!! Tutor.com, Mango, and Universal Classes are all free ways to get the jump on those problematic classes--or to learn on your own!
Computer Cards / e-Cards allow you to get eBooks, audioBooks, Music Streaming, and Movie Streaming. You can access their databases and ebooks--and there is no need to actually go to the library to get the card (although it is faster if you do).
Physical Cards give you access to everything you get with a Computer Card / eCard. You also get access to physical books, CDs, and DVDs. You must go to the library to obtain one of these.

What if I'm from Lodi or from outside of San Joaquin county?

Please get an eCard / Computer Card from the SSJCPL; a regular card is optional.

You are also encouraged to have a library card with your home system; Mrs. Crow will be glad to assist you in using your local services.

Where is the nearest branch?

The closest library to SMHS is Troke (TROH-key), about 1 mile from the school.
Click here to find the SJ branch closest to your home--and the best way to get there from SMHS. Stop by and ask Mrs. Crow for directions! She worked regularly at almost every branch and can help you.

How do I get a Physical card?

You will need to go physically to a branch near you.
Any student under the age of 18 will need to bring their parent with them.
Parents (or Students aged 18+) must bring:
1. Photo ID
2. Proof of current address (a sent piece of mail, a utilities bill, a bank statement, etc.)
Students under the age of 18 must bring:
1. Their parent/legal guardian
2. Student ID
The staff will have you sign your card and welcome you to the library on the spot!

How do I get an e-Card/Computer card?

Have your parents call this number:
209-937-8221 ext 2
(Toll-Free outside of the county, call
866-805-7323 ext 2)
Dial the extension for the Circulation Desk / Customer Accounts.
Tell them you want to get an e-Card or a Computer Card.
Your parents will need to give them the following information:
1. Your first and last name (legal name)
2. Your birthdate
3. Your phone number
4. Your email address
5. Your physical address
The library will mail you the card in question to the physical address you provided.

Stockton-San Joaquin Main Page

Stockton-SJ Co PL (SSJCPL.org)

Lodi Public Library Main Page

lodi.gov/214/Lodi-Public-Library

STOCKTON-SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES : eLibrary & Databases

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eLibrary

Libby (ebooks)
Hoopla (ebooks, music, movies)
Kanopy (emovies)
Flipster (eNews & eMagazines)
NY Times (electronic)
Newsbank (local eNews)

Databases

Universal Classes
Learn whatever you want on your own time! (Teachers, you can earn CEUs.)
Homework Help for Teens
- Tutor.com--a FREE tutor service! 24/7 Video Tutorials. Live 1-on-1 help from 10AM to 11PM
- Learning Express--Practice Tests, Courses, Resume Writing & Other Job Skills,
- Hoopla
- Libby
- Databases--of all sorts!
Jobs & Careers Database
Searches Vocational & Career Collection

STOCKTON-SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES : Branch Locations & Hours

STOCKTON (CITY) BRANCHES

& MICROLIBRARIES*

COUNTY

BRANCHES

MICROLIBRARIES

LARGE BRANCHES

SMALL BRANCHES

LODI PUBLIC LIBRARY (NOT part of Stockton-San Joaquin PL)

CONTACT A LIBRARIAN:
Mr. Atienza's Library History Project

CONTACT A LIBRARIAN (Mr. Atienza's Project)

Most libraries are run by a variety of people. Librarians are the managers, with a Masters degree in Library and Information Studies (MLIS or MLS for short). Support Staff consists Circulation & Customer Accounts, Librarian Assistants, Circulation Assistants, Sorters, Shelvers (Pages), other miscellaneous positions, and tons of volunteers! For this project you will need to contact your local library and ask for a librarian who has an MLIS/MLS.

As of October 2024, here is a list of the librarians at the various branches in the SSJCPL and in Lodi. If you come from a different county, please contact Mrs. Crow for assistance in locating your local librarian.

There are two good ways to contact your local librarian: Call them or drop by the library to schedule.

For Stockton & SJ County, call 209-937-8221 and dial extension 3. Tell them you are a student who has been assigned to interview a librarian with a degree, and ask to be connected to the branch in question.

Maps: Stockton & SJ Branches

Library Cards: Anyone under the age of 18 MUST bring a parent or a legal guardian with them. The adult must bring Photo ID and a piece of mail or a bill to establish their address. Students, please bring your SMHS ID card.

STOCKTON BRANCHES	SJ COUNTY BRANCHES	LODI BRANCH
CHAVEZ Christina Cornejo Adeline Marshal (Literacy) Brianna Anderson (Supervisor) Amanda Luna (Supervisor) Xia (pronounced Zia) Thao TROKE (one mile from SMHS). Closest branch to School Closest SSJCPL for Lodi Students Miriam Gonzalez ANGELOU--go to Chavez n/a FAIR OAKS--go to Chavez n/a WESTON RANCH Jacki Rea (pronounced Ray)	ESCALON (close to Stanlislaus county) Kari Leos MANTECA Jasmina Isordia LATHROP Rebecca Rodriguez King RIPON (close to Stanislaus County) Dana Serfozo Amanda Clifford MOUNTAIN HOUSE Close branch for Livermore students Heather Beelee (uncertain of spelling) THORNTON Close branch for Lodi students Mark Rodriguez TRACY Kathleen Buffleben (pronounced Boo-FLEH-ben)	Andriana Martin a[email protected] 209-269-4693 201 N Locust Street, near Downtown area.

Libraries Outside of San Joaquin County

Students in the following library systems are STRONGLY RECOMMENDED--but not required--to get a card from their local library system in addition to the library card from SSJCPL. Mrs. Crow will be happy to help you research using your home databases and help you access books from your local library system, but YOU will need to have a library card in order to do so. (Please bring it to the SMHS library so Mrs. Crow can help you.)

ALAMEDA & AMADOR COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES

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Locations

Irvington (Fremont)
Newark
Niles (Fremont)
San Lorenzo
Union City

LIVERMORE

(is not a member of the Alameda County Libraries)

Jackson

CALAVERAS & CONTRA COSTA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES

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NAPA & OAKLAND COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES

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Napa

Main &

Main Teen Zone

SACRAMENTO & SOLANO COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES

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STANISLAUS & YOLO COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES

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The branches below all lead to the Locations site. Simply click on your local branch to get to the correct page.

With the exception of the Davis branch, the branches below all lead to the Locations site. Simply click on your local branch to get to the correct page.