Teen Advisory Board
Advise library staff about what materials, programs & services YOU want!
Help plan and implement teen programs, socialize, and earn volunteer hours. More info to come!
Our Mission
The Teen Advisory Board’s mission is to provide teens in the community with support through educational and entertaining events, opportunities, and resources, while closing the achievement gap and preparing teens for a successful and fulfilling life.
The vision for TAB membership is for every member to be an effective leader. The goal for every TAB member is to lead or facilitate a library program or initiative.
How to Join TAB
Fill out the application online and email it to us, or stop by the library in person to fill out a physical copy.
If you have any questions, please contact us.
Expectations of TAB Members
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Attend monthly meetings, training and programs
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Behave in a respectful and inclusive manner
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Work collaboratively with peers and staff
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Communicate effectively through email and online tools
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Suggest books, magazines, music and other materials for purchase
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Promote the library to your peers
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Set goals and work well with other team members to achieve them
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Act as model patron, complying with the Library Policies available on the library website
Failure to meet expectations may result in removal from TAB. You can read the Teen Advisory Board bylaws in their entirety here.
Requirements
TAB members will help plan, implement, promote, and attend teen library programs and events. Members are expected to attend monthly meetings to organize these programs and to offer input on other library services and materials. Members may also act as ambassadors for the library by getting their friends involved, sharing information about upcoming events with friends and teachers, and bringing back input and suggestions from the community.
Our TAB group meets on the 4th Monday of each month from 6:00-7:00PM, beginning September 28. We want this group to not only be a fun social event, but to actively shape and inform the upcoming teen programs and activities that the library will provide.
Qualifications
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Must be a student in grades 7-12, or be between the ages of 13 to 18
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Must submit a volunteer application to be approved by the TAB lead
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Must be willing to commit to monthly meetings
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Must be interested in the library and improving library services for teens