Dubuque County Library District

What it is

• Middle and High School students in the Dubuque Community School District are able to use their student ID as a library card to access print and electronic materials at the Dubuque County Library District or the Carnegie-Stout Public Library. Learn more on the DCSD Webpage.

Logging In for the First Time

• On the library catalog page, click “sign in” then “Reset My PIN”.
• Enter your card number which can be found printed on your student ID badge or in Infinite Campus, as shown below.
• Enter P, a space, then the 6 digit number, ex. P 123456
• Enter your school email address in the “Email” Field.
• An email will be sent to your school email address. Click the link to create your new password.
• Choose a 4-digit PIN that you will remember and do not share it with anyone.

Bridges is a shared collection of downloadable books, audiobooks, magazines & streaming video. Use your Card Number to login, e.g. P 123456.  

Check out Brainfuse’s Tools for Learners page which features: Learn Now, a library of high school level lessons and practice tests; LEAP diagnostic tests for targeted academic support including ACT and SAT prep; Flashbulb, an extensive library of flashcards and easy tools for students to create their own flashcards and games; MEET, a virtual classroom, & Brainwave, which allows users to record their activity on the Brainfuse whiteboard for later playback.

Mango Languages features 70 languages, from Arabic to Yiddish. Mango is also loaded with cultural information for different parts of the world. Set up an account using your card number (P 123456) to track your progress.

Looking for a good book? NoveList has expert reads-like recommendations and more.

Specifically for middle- and high-school students, Explora offers articles covering a wide range of topics. Log in using your card number with no space (P123456). 

Learning Express has over 770 practice tests and exercises including GED and ACT test preparation, job search assistance, workplace skills, and more. Get immediate scoring, answer explanations, and an analysis of your results. Create an account to get started.