Student Research Databases - High School

What is a database and how do I use it?
Powersearch- Search across multiple Gale databases.
Publication search - find publication titles in the Gale databases.

Try one of the selected databases below or see a full list of available databases here.

Britannica Encyclopedia Online
A comprehensive encyclopedia organized by topic and grade level. The Library version contains content not available in the free online version and offers an ad-free research experience.  Use this Database

Gale Database Collection High School Edition Use this Database

Gale World History Collection Use this Database

Gale US History Collection Use this Database

Gale Science Collection Use this Database

Popular Magazines Collection
Find articles in magazines such as National Geographic, Smithsonian, and more. Use this Database

Opposing Viewpoints
Covers timely issues, from capital punishment to immigration to marijuana. A cross-curricular resource supporting science, social studies, current events, and language arts. Informed, differing views help learners develop critical-thinking skills and draw their own conclusions. Use this Database

New York Times Digital Edition Create a free account and read the New York Times through the Library's access code link. Code is good for 72 hours and then you can get a new code! Learn more here.

Family History & Local/Massachusetts History
Learn more about local history and family genealogy through the resources listed on this page.