Homeschooling

Homeschool FAQs

• How long does it take to get a Homeschool account?

  As soon as TRL staff member creates the account and issues the library card, it is fully functional.

  For more information visit your local branch or email asklib@trl.org with any questions.

• What are the qualifications for a Homeschool account?

  TRL provides homeschool library card accounts to homeschoolers within the TRL service area, excluding non-annexed, non-contracting cities, unless the homeschooler is a paying non-resident card holder

  An applicant must have a personal Timberland Regional Library card with a verified address, and a fee balance below 10 dollars. Homeschool accounts are used in tandem with your regular library card.

• Are Homeschool accounts different from regular individual library card accounts?

  Yes. A homeschool card offers an additional account to access more materials for a longer checkout period.

  See "What library card options are available?"

• What restrictions are there on Homeschool accounts?

  The following items are not eligible for checkout on the homeschool account:

  • Materials for personal use.
  • Streaming video services and databases. (TRL licenses databases for individual use by patrons.)

  Homeschool accounts cannot log into our Internet computers. An individual card is required.

  Homeschool accounts may print from the catalog or via Wi-Fi.

  The homeschool card is a special service and may be revoked if misused.

• How does the Homeschool account work?

  • Homeschool accounts require annual renewal.
  • Homeschool accounts can check out up to 50 items at a time and have up to 25 items on hold.
  • Most items have an initial checkout period of 5 weeks, with one additional 5-week renewal allowed if there are no holds.
  • Feature films check out for the standard 7-day period and may be renewed if there are no holds.
  • Email notification of holds and overdue items is sent to email addresses provided. The account can be linked to your personal account for ease of online access.
  • Account holders have the same responsibilities as regular cardholders. Items must be renewed or returned by their due dates. Homeschool accounts will be billed for items considered lost or damaged. As long as fees stay below $10, materials can still be checked out