Databases:

GALILEO - http://www.galileo.usg.edu/welcome/
GALILEO is a collection of databases for all subject areas hosted by the University System of Georgia. Various types of resources are included such as encyclopedias, journals, images, etc. See your media specialists for the password.

JSTOR - http://www.jstor.org/
This is one database that contains only scholarly journal articles for every subject area. See the media specialists for the user name and password.

Librarian's Internet Index - http://lii.org
LII is a free database that provides access to librarian-selected websites that are trustworthy and reliable. You can search by topic or type in your search term.

General Information:

Sarah Hightower Library - http://www.romelibrary.org/
Rome's Sarah Hightower Library site can help you look for resources from the PINES catalog. You can also use the site for library and community events and other resources. Use the "REFERENCE" tab at the top of the page for FREE databses if you have a library card!!

Google Scholar - http://scholar.google.com/
Provides a search of scholarly literature across many disciplines and sources, including theses, books, abstracts and articles.

International Debate Education Association  - http://www.idebate.org/debatabase/topic_index.php
Doing a persuasive essay or preparing for a debate? This is a great site for pro/con arguments. A topic is listed along with brief arguments for and against an issue
Internet Public Library - http://www.ipl.org/
The IPL offers links to reference collections, information on various subject areas, books, magazines, etc.  

Alexa - http://www.alexa.com/
Alexa gives information about other websites! Under "Other Info." type the website name and see statistical information such as its traffic rank and a site overview. Click on the links under "Explore this site" on the left to find out other specifics about your requested site.

Infomine - http://infomine.ucr.edu
INFOMINE provides access to "important university level research and educational tools on the Internet" and is "notable for its collection of annotated and indexed links". (Infomine)

Library Spot - http://www.libraryspot.com/
Library Spot is a "free virtual library resource center." Sites are selected by the editors of LibrarySpot. 

Project Gutenberg - http://gutenberg.org
Project Gutenberg provides more than 100,000 free books. Primary and classic texts are available as well as periodicals and textbooks that cover astronomy, mathematics, visual arts, and music. 

The Smithsonian - http://www.smithsonianmag.com/?ref=home
This well-respected museum and magazine site offers a wealth of information on history, science, and the arts. There are online articles, educational videos, games, and many other resources.

Time Magazine - http://www.time.com/time/
Current and archived articles on entertainment, politics, health, technology, and other newsworthy items are offered on this online magazine's site.

U.S. News and World Report - http://www.usnews.com/ 
Current and archived articles on entertainment, politics, health, technology, and other newsworthy items are offered on this online magazine's site.

Rome News Tribune - http://www.romenews-tribune.com/
Search Rome, Georgia's online newspaper for local and national news.

School Tube - http://www.schooltube.com/
This is the education version of Youtube. Search for video content in every subject area or post your own educational videos. This is a great site to get videos for presenations! Be advised that this site is monitored and ifor school-related purposes only! 

 Citation (MLA/APA):

Reading / Writing:

Google Books - http://books.google.com/
This is a great site to locate digital copies of print materials. You can search by genre, subject, author, etc.

Library of Congress - http://www.loc.gov/index.html
The Library of Congress is the nation's oldest federal cultural institution and serves as the research arm of Congress. It is also the largest library in the world, with millions of books, recordings, photographs, maps and manuscripts in its collections.

ReadWriteThink -  http://www.readwritethink.org/
A partnership between the International Reading Association (IRA), the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), and the Verizon Foundation. Provides educators and students with access to the highest quality practices and resources in reading and language arts instruction through free, Internet-based content.

American Library Association - http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/yalsa/booklistsawards/booklistsbook.cfm
Want to list a list of the best books for young adult readers? Check out these lists of award winners and start reading!

The Write Source - http://thewritesource.com/
This website comes from the publishers of Writers' Inc. textbook. It includes current APA and MLA citation, writing models, helpful links to other websites, and other information for teachers and students.

LoudLit - http://www.loudlit.org/ 
LoudLit.org is a free site for reading and listening to various poems, short stories, and novels. Most of the literature is in MP3 format and can be downloaded, as well.

Bartleby - http://www.bartleby.com/
Bartleby is a comprehensive publisher of literature, reference, and verse on the Web, meeting the needs of students and educators.

History:

Sciences:

Career:

Occupational Outlook Handbook - http://www.bls.gov/oco/
For hundreds of different types of jobs, OOH tells you the training and education needed, earnings, expected job prospects, what workers do, and working conditions. In addition, OOH gives you job search tips, links to state job market information, and more.

Georgia Career Information Center - http://www.gcic.peachnet.edu/
This is a wonderful site for finding information about all types of careers. See your media specialists for the password once you "Click to Enter Here".

Academic Help for Various Subjects:

Awesome Library -  http://www.awesomelibrary.org/
A general academic help site for teachers, students, and parents. Contains information on all subject areas for various grade levels!

IPL TeenSpace - http://www.ipl.org/div/teen/
From the Internet Public Library, this TeenSpace site offers academic help and other beneficial links for teen users.

Ed Heads - http://edheads.org/
This site is an educational game site. Want to do a virtual hip replacement or learn how to predict the weather? Try these games and test your skills!

HippoCampus - http://www.hippocampus.org
From the Monterey Institute for Technology and Education, HippoCampus is an online repository of distance education courses for secondary teachers and students. Included are standard courses and courses designed for AP students in subjects such as math, science, and social studies.

Weekly Reader Games - http://weeklyreader.com/teens/games/
This Weekly Reader site offers free educational games: Sudoku, Puzzle Game, Wordsearch, and Current Crossword. Try them all!

The Problem Site - http://www.theproblemsite.com/default.asp
At The Problem Site, you can play educational games and daily puzzles, find interesting reference pages, and engage in fun problem solving activities. There are word games, math games, math problems, mystery quests, and many other free educational resources.