Borrow A Laptop
July 2025
A library card with the Parkland Community Library can aid you in getting back into the workforce. Job seekers can borrow a laptop for free with their library card and access online career tools. In addition, we offer several databases to help you write your resume, search for a job, and learn new skills! PA CareerLink® offers Pennsylvania job seekers a new online learning platform called SkillUp™ PA. Read more below!
Through a grant from the COVID-19 ARPA Pennsylvania Digital Connectivity Technology Program, adults with LCLC library cards can borrow and use an HP Laptop.
20 New HP Laptops Available for In-Library Use Starting July 2025!
HP EliteBook x360 830 G10
- Touchscreen, 360-degree screen to turn into a tablet.
- Windows 11
- i5 Processor
- 16GB RAM
- 256BG Hard Drive.
These new HPs will be available for borrowing inside the library every day. The program aims to the close the digital divide by offering access to technology for career development, healthcare, and education. The Tech Center assistant will check the laptop out to you and return it upon your check-in. See the following press release for more details on the grant.
This Project was financed [in part*] by an American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 Coronavirus Capital Projects Fund grant from the U.S. Department of the Treasury, under the administration of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority.”
PSD residents & paying nonresidents can borrow a Dell Laptop for home use
Parkland School District residents and paying nonresidents with current adult library cards can check out a laptop to take home. Job seekers can borrow a laptop for free with their library card and access online career tools. In addition, we offer several databases to help you write your resume, search for a job, and learn new skills! PA CareerLink® offers Pennsylvania job seekers a new online learning platform called SkillUp™ PA. Read more below!
This project is made possible by Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, Office of Commonwealth Libraries. The views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this website do not necessarily represent those of the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services or the Department of Education.
FAQs
Laptop type:
Dell Latitude 5520.
The equipment included the laptop: charger, Hotspot with its charger, instruction folder and contents, laptop bag with strap, and luggage tag.
Software, What’s on it?
Chrome, Zoom
Rollback Rx software will ensure the computers are completely wiped between uses.
What Can I Borrow It For?
Job hunting
How to Borrow
You can find records for the laptops on the online catalog by typing in the keyword: “laptop” and limiting the item format to “Equipment, Games, toys.”
Go directly to the Tech Center to check out a laptop and request one. See the Lending Rules below.
The tech assistant will read the rules and regulations to the patron and give a short tutorial on logging in, opening the browser, and using the Hotspot. The patrons cannot install their programs, but the tech assistant may install any they need before leaving the library.
Lending Rules:
Certain materials are limited to one item per household, such as laptops, hotspots, etc. Please view the library’s catalog for the current list of rules and fees that may apply.
- Laptops are exclusively available to residents of the Parkland School District, ages 16 years and older. Patrons with a paid nonresident card may also check out a laptop.
- One laptop per household.
*Do not return any Library of Things item to the book drop. The computer must be returned to the Tech Center during regular library hours.
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Career Resources at Parkland Community Library
Whether actively looking for a job or currently employed, it is important to keep your resume current. Resume writing may seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be! Parkland Community Library offers resources to help you write your resume, search for a job, and learn a new skill! Let’s quickly peek into some of the resources available with your library card.
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Whether you are a recent graduate, are reentering the workforce, or are looking for a career change, Pennsylvania Job Resources will help you take the next step. Pennsylvania Job Resources is a one-stop resource for career exploration and planning in Pennsylvania created by POWER library. Job seekers can access job postings, career information, and resume-building tools.
Universal Class offers over 500 online courses! All courses can be completed at your own pace and allow you to earn certificates and continuing education credits for select classes. Patrons have access to expert instructors who offer continual feedback throughout the courses.
BrainFuse LearnNow is an extensive database that allows you to take practice tests for GED and nursing exams, offers lessons for ESL students, and includes career prep and job resources for over 140 different careers!
JobNow
Receive live job coaching, real-time interview practice, a full-service resume lab, 24/7 access to local job resources, and more!
- Resume Assistance Prepare your resume with help from JobNow resources, including resume templates; receive expert feedback via live interaction or the resume lab.
- Prepare for Your Interview Review interview tips and resources; connect with a job coach to practice interviewing.
- Adult Learning Center Access a library of rich adult learning content (GED) and live professional assistance in resume/cover letter writing, U.S. citizenship prep, MS Office Essential Skills Series, and more!
- Foreign Language Lab /Spanish-Speaking Support
SkillUp™ PA
Pennsylvania’s new online learning platform By PA CareerLink®
Did you know that ALL residents of Pennsylvania can access online skills training from beginner to advanced levels with access provided by the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry to SkillUp™ PA?
- SkillUp™ PA provides access to NO COST online job skills training to Pennsylvanians.
- Courses are available by simply registering for a free account on the PA CareerLink® website.
- Self-paced.
- Available 24/7.
- More than 6K training courses.
About SkillUp™ PA
SkillUp™ PA was launched to provide access to free, online job skills training to Pennsylvania residents. Courses are available on the Metrix Learning Portal and can be accessed by registering for a free account on the PA CareerLink® website.
6,000+ TRAINING MODULES
130+ INDUSTRY RECOGNIZED CREDENTIALS
Access a variety of no-cost course and certification programs to help your employees build their skill sets and
meet your business needs.
Tools and training for everyone, anywhere at any time.
Certifications
CompTIA
Cybersecurity
Project Management
Human Resources
much more!
Courses Available
Microsoft Office
QuickBooks
IT & more!
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