CONNECT with the CityStudent EXCEL Card
- Borrow up to 3 books or audiobooks from any San Diego Public Library location.
- Borrow up to 5 eBooks from our eLibrary
- Receive free online, one-on-one homework tutoring in English or Spanish in all major subjects.
- Receive access to databases and resources through our Distance Learning Center, using the Student Excel Library Card number or Student ID number.
- Use public library computers at any of the library locations.
And there are no fines or fees!
Frequently Asked Questions
When will my child get their Student EXCEL Library Card?
The Library is working with your child’s school to make sure that all students will receive a card. This may happen through a welcome packet, at a back-to-school night, or through one of your child’s teachers. If you are not sure when your child will receive their card, please reach out to your child's school. If your child enters the district after their school distributes the card, please reach out to your local library to receive a card.
How does my child access their Student EXCEL Library Card?
He/she will need to bring their EXCEL card along with their Student ID number into any of our 36 public library locations to activate.
- They will need to know their pin to access online resources. Their 4-digit pin is automatically designated as their birth month and birthday (Example: May 1 is 0501)
Can my child use their Student ID number to access online resources?
Yes, they can use their 6 digit Student ID number to access our e-Library without having to activate their Student EXCEL Card account.
- Student’s Name
- School
- Student ID Number
- Student’s Date of birth
The San Diego Public Library has signed an agreement not to share student information with other entities.
What if I want my child to have full access to San Diego Public Library services and materials?
The EXCEL Card will provide full access on online resources and borrowing limits are set at 3 books and 5 eBooks. A full access SDPL card gives your child access to up to 100 items. If you would like to receive a traditional, full access card, you may do so by visiting any SDPL location.
What if my child already has a San Diego Public Library Card?
If your child already has a card with SDPL, then your child will have two accounts and can use both as needed.
What if I don’t want my child to participate in the Student EXCEL Library Card Program?
What if my child loses his/her EXCEL card?
Your child can visit any SDPL library location with their Student ID number and will be issued a new card at no cost.
Where do I return books that I check out from the San Diego Public Library?
They need to be returned to any of the 36 library locations. The lending period for books is 30 days and they can be renewed if they have not been requested from another library user. The lending period for eBooks is 21 days and they are automatically returned on their due date.
How long can my child use the card?
Students can use their card until they turn 21 years of age.
If you represent a district or school that would like to participate in EXCEL, please email the EXCEL team at SDLBExcel@sandiego.gov.
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