Marshall Library Newsletter 25-26
December 9, 2025
Sweet Reads
Black History
Library Palooza 2026
Peterson's Test and Career Prep
The library now offers Peterson’s Test and Career Prep, a new online resource to help you plan for your future! Practice for the SAT, ACT, AP exams, ASVAB, or vocational tests, explore colleges and scholarships, and get tips for careers, résumés, and cover letters. Brush up on skills and prepare for your next steps—all in one easy-to-use platform.
Start now: Peterson's Test and Career Prep
Create an account, then click the Browse Menu to dive in.
LearningExpress Library
The library now offers LearningExpress Library, an online resource to help you prep for tests, improve your skills, and plan for your future! Practice for the SAT, ACT, AP exams, ASVAB, or college placement tests, brush up on reading, writing, math, and science, or explore career certifications and U.S. citizenship prep.
Access Learning Express Library through your NISD Portal. Then sign into LearningExpress Library with your school Google account to save your progress and start learning anytime!
Career Guidance Center
Need a Brain Break?
Head to the library during lunch and unwind with:
Puzzles
Bracelet making
Chess and other games
Coloring and Scratch Art
Reading! Check out our winter reads by the circ desk, plus a festive selection of red and green books displayed on top of the non-fiction shelves.
SAPL Teen Online Clubs & Activities
For teens ages 13–18 looking for fun, creative, and social online experiences. Join us for clubs, activities, and more!
🌐 mysapl.org/210teenlibrary
📞 210.207.2678
💬 Discord & social: @210teenlibrary
Teen Time @ Maverick Public Library
Tuesdays | 6–7:45 PM | 8700 Mystic Park
Movies • Games • Crafts • Chill
Every week is something new—come hang out!
Teen Programs @ Leon Valley Public Library
Bexar BiblioTech
Get Your BiblioTech Card—Your Library, Anywhere!
Bexar County’s BiblioTech is the nation’s first all-digital public library, and membership is free for all Bexar County residents. With a BiblioTech card, students get 24/7 access to eBooks, audiobooks, online learning tools, and digital resources that support schoolwork, reading for fun, and technology skills. Apply today and unlock powerful tools to help you learn, explore, and succeed in the digital age—anytime, anywhere. 📚💻
90 Second Newbery Film Festival
Sponsored by Bexar BiblioTech Public Library
Design the 2026 SAPL Teen Summer T-Shirt!
Calling all teens (ages 13–18)! Show off your creativity by designing the official Teen Summer T-Shirt—there’s no set theme, so anything goes. Make sure your artwork is original, digitally created, and follows our submission guidelines (up to 4 colors, max 11" x 15", no AI-generated art).
Deadline: Friday, February 13, 2026
Additional details and submission information can be found by visiting the website: https://guides.mysapl.org/teensummer
Need help or have questions? Reach out to your local teen librarian, Mary Lou Bleichwehl @ Maverick Public Library.
Teen Digital Content Creators Wanted @ SAPL!
Are you 14–18 years old and love social media, music, or online communities? Join the San Antonio Public Library Teen Services team as a Digital Content Creator!
As a volunteer, you can:
Create fun and engaging content for Instagram
Host Discord clubs for teens
Curate awesome Spotify playlists
And so much more!
Note: This is a virtual volunteer opportunity—no in-person attendance required.
Requirements:
Ages 14–18
Complete a volunteer application
Get started today!
More info: guides.mysapl.org/teenvolunteers
Call: 210.207.2678
Help us bring the library to life online—your creativity can make a difference!
Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with the Texas America250 Reading Challenge!
From January 1–December 31, 2026, Texans of all ages are invited to log 2,500 minutes (41.6 hours) of reading, service, and exploration in honor of our nation’s 250th birthday. Read books or audiobooks, attend library programs, volunteer in your community, or visit a Texas State Park—every minute counts! This self-reported challenge is part of the national America Gives initiative, encouraging a renewed culture of service and learning. Complete the challenge and let your librarian know to receive a certificate celebrating your achievement.
BiblioTech Student Advisory Council Application
Applications due Jan 30, 2026!
Leon Valley Public Library Teen Volunteers
Youth Run Business Fair
Small business fair presented by BiblioTech
Spring Into Business Teen Vendor Info
Event for teen entrepreneurs
Vendor Registration
Fill out the form to participate as a vendor
NISD Libraries Shout Out & Feedback Form
Express your appreciation or share ideas to improve our library services.
Librarian, Mrs. Baker
Mrs. Lynette Baker is our new librarian here at JMHS! She's very excited to be part of the Marshall Ram family, and looks forward to working with the students and faculty and staff!
Library Assistant, Miss Ashley
Miss Ashley Guevara is our Library Assistant here at JMHS. She loves the library, loves reading, and loves being here at JMHS for the past 4 years. She is very well read, so if you're looking for something to check out and don't know what - she's probably got a recommendation for you!