The Beverly Hills public Library has designed some new scholastic programs to help students attending kindergarten through twelfth grade succeed in school. One of the programs, known as the homework center, will provide K-8th students with all the resources they need to get ahead in school. Students will be provided computers that feature specialized software as well as internet access. These computers will help students write papers, research information, and prepare for California’s standardized (STAR) testing. The computers will be available to students who possess a library card for an hour at a time.

In addition to its homework center, the library will also offer students one-to-one help from the convenience of their own home. Students will be able to obtain help in a variety of subjects including English, math, and science. There is no cost for utilizing this one-to-one help program - all students will need is a library card issued by the Beverly Hills public Library.

Finally, the Library will offer a program specifically crafted for teens in the sixth through 12th grades. The teens will be provided access to video game consoles, DVD players, and televisions. Library officials hope to make an atmosphere where they teens will be able to relax. This “teen zone” program will be offered free to any student who has a library card. This program will be open to students starting in late September.