Available Resources

4tests.com:

4Tests.com is a world-wide provider of free, online practice exams. We exist to serve the education and testing markets and we're proud to help you pass your upcoming exams.

A2ZHomeschooling.com

A2ZHomeschooling.com, established in 1997, is an inclusive, non-faith-based homeschooling site. Proudly offering help and resources for all homeschoolers, this is the site for those interested in local homeschool requirements, homeschool activities, and homeschool educational resources. Whatever your homeschool needs, we’ve got you covered from A2Z!

America's News - NewsBank - 2021 Edition

The world's largest stock of reliable information from newspaper titles, as well as newswires, web editions, blogs, videos, broadcast transcripts, business journals, periodicals, government documents and other publications.  Explore and stay informed on local and national topics, people and events in areas such as business, health, education, jobs and careers, political and social issues and more.  Features a wide variety of credible, vetted news sources spanning the U.S.

Driving-Tests.org:

We now have a free driver education program! The Driver Education program contains the following state-specific information:

  • 11 car practice tests
  • 8 motorcycle practice tests
  • 3 CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) practice tests
  • 3 online driver’s manuals (car, motorcycle, CDL)
  • An FAQ section with detailed answers to 100+ DMV-related questions

GCFLearnFree.org:

For more than a decade, the GCFLearnFree.org program has helped millions around the world learn the essential skills they need to live and work in the 21st century. From Microsoft Office and email to reading, math, and more, GCFLearnFree.org offers more than 180 topics, including more than 2,000 lessons, 800+ videos, and 55+ interactives and games, completely free.

Genealogy Database Directory:

We now have available online, databases that include the death index for the Falmouth Outlook and earlier papers.  These papers date back to 1877 with issues prior to 1907 being few and far between.  For newspapers prior to 1907, we also have a marriage and a birth index available.  While the indexes for the early papers are complete, the Falmouth Outlook is a work in process and will be updated.  Additionally, we also have available the Enslaved Persons in Pendleton County database.  This, too, is a work in process and will be updated as we have more to share.  In the future we hope to have more genealogy information on our website. 

Heritage Hub:

Formerly known as America's Genealogy Bank, Heritage Hub provides access to hundreds of years of obituaries and death notices from thousands of newspapers across the United States. This one-of-a-kind collection helps patrons and family historians uncover new family members and understand family relationships on a deeper level than ever before. HeritageHub features:

Carefully indexed, name-rich obituaries

  • Quick, accurate search results
  • Details on multiple family members within each available obituary
  • Easily identifiable relatives, relationships, and potentially unknown family connections

Results that are easy to view and refine

  • Sort results by Best Match, Newest or Oldest Record
  • Filter search results by Date, Location and Source
  • Important dates and names prominently featured

Unique, data-rich sources

  • Comprehensive coverage from all 50 U.S. states and territories
  • Original obituary images from historical newspapers
  • Hard-to-find digitized content from mid-to-late 1900s
  • New records added daily

Available: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, on any device.

HeritageQuest Online:

HeritageQuest has billions of records ready to reveal your family's history. They offer research aids and have multiple ways to search, including:

  • Census: Find ancestors in the complete set of U.S. Federal Census images from 1790-1940, including name indexes for many years.
  • Books: Find information on people and places described in over 28,000 family and local histories.
  • Revolutionary War: Search selected records from the Revolutionary War Era Pension & Bounty-land Warrant Application Files.
  • Freedman's Bank: Search for individuals in the Freedman's Bank (1865-1874), which was founded to serve African Americans.
  • Newly added content includes: City Directories, 1850 & 1860 Slave Schedules, U.S. Indian Census Rolls, Mortality Schedules, Agricultural and Industrial Schedules, 1890 Veterans Schedule

Homeschool Co-Ops/Associations in KY

Bluegrass Education
Find a Kentucky homeschool co-op in your area!  Co-ops are listed alphabetically by county and are categorized according to type and required parental involvement.

Homeschool World
The official website of Practical Homeshooling Magazine.

Homeschool Legal Defense Association

We believe every child is unique. That children should learn in ways that meet their needs. And that you want the best for your child. Homeschooling gives you the freedom to personalize their education so they can realize their potential. HSLDA passionately advocates for the freedom to homeschool and offers support for every stage of your homeschool journey.

hoopla

hoopla is a groundbreaking digital media service offered by your local public library that allows you to borrow movies, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics and TV shows to enjoy on your computer, tablet, or phone – and even your TV! With no waiting, titles can be streamed immediately, or downloaded to phones or tablets for offline enjoyment later. They have 750,000 titles to choose from, with more being added daily. hoopla is like having your public library at your fingertips. Anytime. Anywhere.

Kentucky Adult Education

GED Skills Improvement Classes will no longer be offered at PCPL. The services offered at PCPL by Kentucky Adult Education will now be a GED Access Point. Students can call the same number, 859-412-7635, and schedule an appointment to meet with Joanna Surgener.  She will explain the program via orientation, and start assessment testing. Students who are ready will then begin the GED testing process. After the assessment, students who have instructional needs will be counseled and be given an individual learning plan which may include access to online studies and the option to come to the Grant County center for face to face instruction.

Kentucky Court of Justice:

These forms are provided as a convenience to individuals with legal business in the Commonwealth of Kentucky to assist them in their official capacities or their pursuit of justice. Some forms require assistance from the local county attorney or commonwealth's attorney. Many will have no legal effect unless signed by the appropriate judge. The proper use and handling of these legal forms is important. Improper use of a form, or alteration of a form (beyond mere completion) without removal of the seal of the Commonwealth and the AOC form number, is prohibited and may result in civil or criminal liability.

Kentucky Libraries Unbound:

Powered by Overdrive, Ky Libraries Unbound offers hundreds of popular fiction and non-fiction titles.  You an browse the collection, borrow with your library card, and enjoy on your computer, tablet, smartphone or eReader device.

Kentucky Virtual Library:

KYVL is dedicated to supplying all Kentuckians with a comprehensive and dynamic collection of information resources.  They are open seven days a week, 24 hours a day.  A few of the resources they offer are:

EBSCOhost - Provides access to full-text articles in periodicals and academic journals, vooks, encyclopedias, etc.

 

NoveList - Find you next book, even is you can't remember the title.  Search by author, genre, story line, etc.  You can get book discussion guides, recommended read lists, series information, and author readalikes.

    LearningExpress - Learn more with activities for all ages.

For adults:
   Adult Core Skills - This database can help adults achieve their personal, education, and career goals by offering resources to help them improve their basic skills in reading, writing, and math, and prepare for the U.S. citizenship exam.

   Career Preparation - Prepare for a career exam, explore occupations, and improve workplace skills here.

   Computer Skills Center - Use the materials in this center to learn the basics of computers, from searching the internet to using popular programs.

   GED Test Prep Center - If you are preparing for the GED test, these practice tests, interactive tutorials, and eBooks will help you reach your goal.

   Job & Career Accelerator - This database provides tools and resources for resume and cover letter writing, as well as easy job search and application steps.

For Kids and Teens:
   College Admissions Test Preparation - Practice tests, interactive tutorials, and eBooks to help prepare for AP, SAT, ACT, and TOEFL exams, as well as collect essay writing practice.

   Computer Skills Center - Use the materials in this center to learn the basics of computers, from searching the internet to using popular programs.

   School Center (for classroom and homework success) - Designed to help students in elementary, middle, and high school prepare for important tests, get extra help with assignments, and boost their skills in important subjects.

   Teen Book Cloud - A collection of videos and chapter books in categories which include: Ebooks (Shakespeare, poetry, non-fiction, science, history, geography, etc.), Read-Alongs, Graphic Novels, Videos (from National Geographic!), and Audio Books.

   Tumble Book Library - Grades K-6 children's ebook database.

   Opposing Viewpoints In Context - The premier online resource covering today's hottest social issues, from capital punishment to immigration to marijuana. This cross-curricular research database supports science, social studies, current events, and language arts classes. Informed, differing views help learners develop critical-thinking skills and draw their own conclusions.  Opposing Viewpoints In Context is a rich resource for debaters and includes pro/con viewpoints, reference articles, interactive maps, infographics, and more. A category on the National Debate Topic provides quick and easy access to content on frequently studied and discussed issues. Periodical content covers current events, news and commentary, economics, environmental issues, political science, and more.

KET Adult Education:

For more than 50 years, KET has worked to make education equitable and accessible for all. A leader in adult education programming and products, they continue to offer innovative curriculum methods for learners.

Legal Aid Network of Kentucky:

Kentucky's legal services programs use this website to offer information about their programs, offices, services, and legal topics.  Our Legal Information section has legal education and self-help materials to help you with legal problems. Popular topics include:

Lexington Herald Leader Collections:

A direct link to the Lexington Herald Leader.  You know what paper you want to read and now we offer you a direct link to it.

Medicare Plans Patient Resource Center

The Medicare Plans Patient Resource Center supports the families and loved ones of older adults and people with disabilities. We’re dedicated to providing access to affordable health care through educational programs, interactive resources, and functional tools. Our team of experts helps current and future Medicare patients build their understanding of Medicare while navigating the complex system. With an active community of patients, experts, and health care providers, we support the elderly and disabled communities with community-based education and actionable solutions for Medicare to address your health care needs.

Pendleton County Public Library Catalog

You can view our Library Catalog by clicking the blue button. Using this database, users can:

  • Browse: Instantly loads most recent holdings added to the library collection. Once you reach this section, you can use multiple drop down menus to help search for more specific items.
  • DVDs: Same as Browse, but instead of books, you can see what movies are in our collection. (You will have to choose the drop down menu for Date Acquired to see the newest titles first.)
  • My Account: This area lets you update your password, view items you have on loan, renew your books, and cancel reserves.
  • Email Library: From here you can submit general inquiries, book requests, etc.
  • Ability to reserve items that are currently available and those that are checked out.  Once your items have been reserved, we can pull them and have them waiting for you at the desk or through the drive thru.

RetireGuide.com

RetireGuide.com is a health and wealth website dedicated to providing accurate information and research on a variety of retirement topics. We do this through a stringent editorial process that involves fact-checking, attribution to reputable sources, insight from financial experts and original reporting from a team of experienced journalists.  The mission of RetireGuide.com is to provide seniors with resources that will help them reach important financial decisions that affect their retirement. Our goal is to arm our readers with knowledge that will lead to a healthy and financially sound retirement.

Seniorhousingnet.com

The southeastern state of Kentucky has a population of over 4.4 million residents, about 16% of whom are aged 65 and over. Over the next decade, the state’s senior community is projected to exceed 20% of the total population. To accommodate these seniors, Kentucky licenses over 130 senior living facilities. On average, seniors pay $3,497 per month for assisted living, which is 15% lower than the national monthly average of $4,051. This, combined with the state’s relatively low cost of living, may appeal to seniors who are seeking affordable care.

This guide provides an overview of the cost of senior living throughout the state and details about how assisted living compares in cost to other types of senior care. It also outlines the state and local agencies that can connect seniors with information and financial resources to help them cover the cost of their care.

TechBoomers.com:

Techboomers.com is a free educational website that teaches older adults and other inexperienced Internet users with basic computer skills about websites that can help improve their quality of life.

Techboomers provides three main services:

  1. Techboomers introduces users to trusted new websites and Internet-based applications through an easy-to-navigate directory and targeted emails based on their interests.
  2. Techboomers provides free video and article tutorials in a language suited to those who may not be the most tech-savvy. These tutorials teach the easiest and most efficient ways to use the websites, as well as how these websites can improve one's quality of life.
  3. Techboomers keeps its users informed of important news and information about their favourite products via on-site alerts and periodic email newsletters

From technical courses on computer software to digital photography to babysitting 101, a huge range of topics is available. More than 500 courses are available, and all are designed and led by professional instructors to build deeper understanding and mastery of subject matter. Universal Class includes videos, assignments, quizzes, tests, and options for social media interaction with other learners. Patrons may take multiple classes and learn at their own pace and have access to lifelong learning courses in over 30 subject areas, many of which offer continuing education units (CEUs).

Varsity Tutors:

Our completely free GED practice tests are the perfect way to brush up your skills. Take one of our many GED practice tests for a run-through of commonly asked questions. You will receive incredibly detailed scoring results at the end of your GED practice test to help you identify your strengths and weaknesses.