Application for ACPL Teen Advisory Board

Application for ACPL Teen Advisory Board

Do you want to have a voice in making the library a better place for teens? Join the ACPL Teen Advisory Board to help plan programs, meet other teens, and earn volunteer/community service hours that will look good on college and job applications. TAB members must be in grades 9-12.
What does TAB do?

All TAB members work as a team to create, plan, and implement teen programs; recommend books, movies, and games; volunteer for community projects; and assist in creating an inviting teen area in the library.

TAB Member Expectations
- Be an active and positive participant in the group
- Be willing to serve for at least a year
- Time Commitment: 1-hour meeting every second Thursday of the month from 7-8 PM
- Monthly Program/Review Commitment: Attend a teen program at the library (other than the TAB meeting) OR write a review for a book, comic, graphic novel, or video game to be used at the library
- Volunteer: TAB will participate in several service projects a year. You must attend at least one. You will receive volunteer hours for attending TAB meetings and volunteer events.
Name*

First NameLast Name
Pronouns*

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School*
Grade*
Address*

Street Address

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CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Email*
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Preferred method of contact*

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Emergency Contact Name*

First NameLast Name
Emergency Contact Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Why are you interested in joining TAB?*
What are some ideas you would like to suggest to the library?*
What is a program or event you would like to see happen at the library?*
What is your current favorite book (or comic, graphic novel, movie, video game) and why is it your favorite?*
I understand that by signing below and submitting my application for TAB membership that I am agreeing to take my position seriously if selected and I am able to commit to all of the following:
- Attend monthly TAB meetings (with no more than two unexcused absences) during my 12-month term
- Arrive on time for all meetings and events
- Bring ideas to meetings and help facilitate events
- Attend at least one teen program (virtual or in-person) or write a review each month
- Follow through with all commitments I make to TAB
- Follow all procedures, policies, and rules as outlined in the TAB Member Expectations as well as all library policies
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