WOOHOO- MAKERSQUARE COMING TO WHSLIB

As of this afternoon, we have been able to score a partnership with MakerSquareand the Hatch Academy for #warriorcode! We are so excited to be able to bring this opportunity to the students of Westwood who want to learn more about computer programming/coding. 

It is not too late to still sign up! Use the button to the right to get to the entry form. 

See you Monday!

BINGO RESOURCES

LIBRARY APPS The library currently has three apps that can be downloaded to your phone or tablet:      *Gale's ASL My School app for           access to Gale e-books and           databases. See login sheet  or       App Cheatsheet for       password.     * Follettshelf's Enlight app for               access to over 1600 e-books.        See login sheet or        App Cheatsheet for password.         You may also see a librarian to       create a personal account       (recommended).     * Catalist app for access to audio       books. See login sheet or       App Cheatsheet for password.           No personal accounts        available at this time, but they       can be downloaded to your       phone for 3 weeks at a time.

DIY CONTESTS DIY contests can be fun. They allow your creative side to come out to play. Here are just a few DIY contests you can enter. By no means are you restricted to these. And please, if you find a cool one, let us know. *Make it WearableIntel supports this revolution in wearable tech and the creators fueling it. As part of their Make It Wearable challenge, starting February 24th Intel will be collecting submissions to help promote and explore the next big ideas in the field. Watch the video for more info.  *Google Science Fair Google Science Fair is a global online competition open to students from 13 to 18 years old. What do you want to change? *The Fountainhead Essay Contest Eligibility: 11th and 12th Graders Entry Deadline: April 26, 2014 *Science_Without_Borders_Art Contest Submissions are due by April 28, 2014. Ages 14-19 *Sony World Photography Contest Entry Close:11/01/2014, Ages 19 and under *#ItsBetterToBeATuesdayVideo Contest  Open to all ages, due May 1st *Student Competitions  Search for tons of student contests  here

NEARLY THERE

Bingo? Check. #warriorcode? Check. Prizes? Check!! We are almost ready, so spread the word. Brush up on some of your tech skills and open your mind to the possibilities.