2. Student OneCards

Student OneCards

Student One Card

Barrier-Free Access to Library Learning Tools

Through the Student OneCard partnership, Sonoma County students can use their school ID number to access Sonoma County Library resources that support learning and academic success.

Students in participating school districts are automatically issued a Student OneCard account. Parents or guardians may opt out at any time by submitting an opt-out form through their school district.

With Student OneCard, students can access library learning resources anytime, anywhere.

Why Use a Student OneCard?

Easy Access

Students use an ID number they already know and use at school, making it simple to access library learning tools in the classroom and at home.

Enhanced Benefits

Student OneCard accounts include forgiveness of up to two lost or damaged items per school year. Charges may apply for additional lost or damaged items beyond this limit.

How to Use a Student OneCard

  • Visit https://sonomalibrary.org.
  • When prompted for a library card number, enter your district's assigned prefix followed by your student ID number (for example: srcs123456).
  • If a PIN is required, use either:
    • The four digits of your birth year, or
    • Your birth month and day, depending on your school district. Refer to your district's instructional bookmark for specific directions.
  • If you do not know your student ID number, ask your teacher.

Online Learning Resources

Student OneCard holders have 24/7 access to dozens of Sonoma County Library online learning resources.

Exceptions

For step-by-step login instructions, view the Student Success Tutorials.

Frequently Asked Questions

My school or district is not currently enrolled in the Student OneCard partnership. How can I learn more about getting on board?

The Student OneCard partnership requires a Memorandum of Understanding between Sonoma County Library and the school district or independent charter school. Email Education Initiatives Librarian Rachel Icaza (ricaza@sonomalibrary.org)to learn more.

If the Student OneCard isn’t the right fit for your school, we would be happy to help you host a library card drive instead.

What student information does the school district share with the library?

School districts share only the basic information needed to create a library account, which may include a student's mailing address. Sonoma County Library does not share student information.

What items cannot be checked out with a Student OneCard?

Student OneCard accounts cannot check out:

  • Video games
  • ChromeKits
  • Hotspots

What if I want my child to have full access to Sonoma County Library services and materials?

A regular Sonoma County Library card, available at any library branch, provides full access to all library services, materials, and borrowing privileges.

What if my child already has a Sonoma County Library card?

Great! Students may have both a regular library card and a Student OneCard account. The Student OneCard provides additional access to library resources that support school success, while a regular library card offers full borrowing privileges.

What if I do not want my child to participate in the Student OneCard program?

Parents and guardians may opt out at any time. To opt out, download, print, and sign the appropriate opt-out form and return it to your school district office.

Opt-out forms are available in:

Participating Districts