Databases

toc The Waltham High School Library subscribes to several databases that provide access to full-text articles from magazines, newspapers, journals and reference sources. WHS students and staff can access the databases from school and from home; however, from home you will need a username and password to log-on the databases. Visit the Your Library 24/7 page for information on usernames and passwords.

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Waltham Public Library Card

 * Don't have a WPL Library Card number? No problem!** To sign-up for a WPL Card, go to the circulation desk, near the Main Street entrance of the Waltham Public Library. WPL cards are free; however, in order to obtain a card you must present a photo ID and proof of address (i.e. utility bill, pay check, school record etc). For hours of operation and directions to the Waltham Public Library click here.

WHS students and staff can also access the Boston Public Library databases through the WHS Library website; however, before you can use the BPL databases you must sign-up for a BPL eCard (follow the instructions below).

Boston Public Library eCard

 * BPL eCard Sign-up Instructions**
 * Go to the //Boston Public Library// homepage www.bpl.org
 * Click on the drop down menu that says 'Quick Links'
 * Select 'eCards' and then click 'Go.'
 * Click on the 'Sign-up' link.
 * Next, click on the "Get a BPL eCard" button - located below the login boxes.
 * Fill in the registration form and click "I Accept." After you click "I Accept" you will receive a barcode number and your selected PIN#. Once you have your BPL eCard #, you can immediately begin searching the BPL databases.


 * Start your research now!** Browse the databases (by Subject) by clicking through the navigation menu above.