The Central High Library is one of the greatest resources available to students. Here’s how to make the most of what the library has to offer this school year.   

1 – Playing chess and checkers: Are you an avid chess or checkers player? Go to the library during your free time to sit down and play a game, or even better, join the chess club with Stephan Bouma every Monday after school.

2 – Lunch/study hall period: Moving into the library for lunch and study halls can be extremely helpful for students, providing a relaxing space with a wide array of seating options where you can do homework, watch a show or just relax for that period.  

3 – Check out books: One of the main things that libraries are known for is being able to check out books. Central has 11,000 books in its library and, in less than two weeks, has checked out 742 of them to students. 

4 – After school tutoring: If at any point you are struggling to understand any of your classes, the library offers after-school tutoring. You can sit down with teachers in the department that you are struggling with and work through your questions to ensure you have a better understanding of your subjects at no cost. 

5 – Desktop computers for research/academics: Many students prefer to type on a computer rather than on an iPad. If that’s the case for you, go to the library before or after school or during your study hall or lunch to use the desktop computers for any school project, assignment or research, with the ability to print from them when you are finished.  

6 – Take naps: Didn’t get a good night’s sleep? Go to the library during your study hall and take a nap in the comfortable variety of seating they have to offer.  

7 – Watch the sunrise: The Central Library is known for its amazing views of the Omaha skyline—what better way to spend your morning than going to the library and watching the sunrise through the wall of windows independently or with friends? 

8 – Student aide: If you have a study hall or free period, you can become a library aide where you can help check books in and out, put them back on the shelves and help any staff when needed.  

9 – Talk to the librarians: The Central librarians are always able to talk. Whether you need help on a research paper or citing a website, they are ready to help. If you need a friendly face to talk about your day, the entire library staff is there for you.  

10 – Socialize with your friends: If you are a person who does not have many classes with your friends, you can go to the library before and after school to talk and gossip together.