FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF)- The Fort Worth Public Library is offering new Educator Cards to teachers and homeschool instructors. This special card is offered to educators who teach for an independent school district, private or charter schools, or in homeschools settings. This is a way to give all educators, even if they don’t live inside city limits, access to the library if they teach Fort Worth children.
This card empowers teachers to supplement their classrooms with an abundant, ever-changing supply of books and materials on a range of subjects and reading levels.
“We are eager to provide teachers with even more resources to help them provide the best experiences for their students,” said Manya Shorr, Fort Worth Public Library Director. “Many teachers personally invest in classroom libraries and we hope this new service helps alleviate financial burden and reduces barriers to accessing diverse materials.”
With this card, educators may check out up to 100 items at a time for up to 42 days. That includes books, DVDs, Blu-Rays, CDs and magazines. They may reserve up to 25 items and there are no fines on overdue materials. Individual cardholders are responsible for paying to replace lost or damaged items.
To obtain an Educator Card, the Library is offering in-person and online registration options. Educators may visit any of the Fort Worth Public Library locations across the City of Fort Worth or may email [email protected] for assistance. Either option requires items for verification.
Registration requirements for school/ISD teachers include:
Valid photo ID
Proof of current educator status
School ID
School district pay stub
Letter from school administrator
Card expires June 30 annually and can be renewed
Registration requirements for homeschool educators include:
Valid photo ID
Verification of home school child:
Homeschool association documents
Birth certificate
Texas ID card
Medical insurance card
Card expires June 30 of the child’s high school graduation year
If an independent school district has a school inside the Fort Worth city border, the entire staff of that district is eligible for Educator Cards. Library staff will be able to assist in determining eligibility and explaining expiration dates.
