Alger Public Library

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD

WHO ARE WE?
The Teen AdvisoryBoard is a group of teens, grades 6-12, from the Upper Scioto Valley School District and surrounding communities served by the USV District who are interested in having a say in what the library does for them.

WHAT DO WE DO?

The Teen Advisory Board's goal is to promote library services to teens at the Alger Public Library and the community by:

  • Advising, planning and implementing teen programs.
  • Writing articles, reviews and creative works for the Teen blog and newsletter.
  • Promoting ideas, reading, programming and expression by and for teens by creating bulletin boards and displays in the young adult area.
  • Recommending books, movies, and magazines for the YA collection.
  • Creating an inviting teen area in the library.

WHAT WILL I GET OUT OF IT?

  • Having a say in materials & programs for teens at the Alger Public Library.
  • Opportunity to be creative and expressive through art and imaginative activities.
  • Personal satisfaction in serving your community and peers.
  • Something creative and fun to do!
  • Community service looks good on college applications and job applications.

HOW MUCH TIME COMMITMENT IS REQUIRED?

  • TAB meets on the ______of every month starting ______at the Alger Public Library Community Room.
  • TAB maintains a blog site to post reviews and discuss ideas and projects on an ongoing basis.
  • Additional hours as requested for newsletter or special programs and projects.

HOW DO I GET STARTED?

  • Fill out the Alger Public Library'sTeen Advisory Board applicationand return it to the Circulation Desk at the Alger Public Library
  • Janie, the Librarian Assistant will contact you.

If you have any questions about the program or application, feel free to call or email Janie, the Librarian Assistant at 419-757-7755 or

Personal Information (Please Print Clearly)

Name:______
Address:______

City______Zip______
Phone:______E-mail:______

Birthdate______

School:______Grade:______

The Teen Advisory Board meets each month. Can you commit to meeting once a month and during the summer?_____YES_____NO

TAB members also must volunteer at the Library at other times with tasks for running programs. Would you be willing to do this?____YES____NO

About You

Extracurricular activities (including church, school, and any other groups you’re involved in):

______

Hobbies:

______

Favorite Books:

  1. ______
  2. ______
  3. ______

Favorite Movies:

  1. ______
  2. ______
  3. ______

Favorite Quote:

______

If you could choose one word to describe yourself, what would it be? ______

Please List one random fact about yourself: ______

Leadership (Please print clearly)

Why do you hope to be selected to serve on the Teen Advisory Board?

______

What skills can you bring to the table when working with a committee to plan and implement the Teen Advisory Board’s events and projects?

______

Do you have any activities or responsibilities that would interfere with your ability to complete TAB requirements? (See the list of requirements.)

______

Release Statement

SHOULD MY APPLICATION BE ACCEPTED, I AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE BY-LAWS AND POLICIES OF THE TEEN ADVISORY COUNCIL.

APPLICATION SIGNATURE DATE

I UNDERSTAND THAT THE ALGER PUBLIC LIBRARY OR THE TEEN ADVISORY BOARD CANNOT ASSUME ANY LIABILITY FOR PEOPLE ATTENDING TEEN ADVISORY BOARD ACTIVITIES. ON BEHALF OF MY CHILD, I WAIVE, REALEASE, AND DISCHARGE THE ALGER PUBLIC LIBRARY FROM ANY AND ALL CLAIMS OF LIBILITY FORM MY CHILD’S PARTICIPATION IF ACCEPTED AS A MEMBER OF THE TEEN ADVISORY BOARD. I ALSO GIVE PERMISSION FOR MY SON’S/DAUGHTER’S PICTURE TO BE USED IN ANY TEEN ADVISORY BOARD RESOURCES PROMOTION.

PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE DATE

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD LIABILITY AND PHOTO RELEASE

I understand that the Teen Advisory Board of the Alger Public Library cannot assume any liability for people attending these TAB events. I waive, release and discharge the Teen Advisory Board and the Alger Public Library from any and all claims of liability from my participation in these events. I also give my permission for my picture to be used in any TAB or Alger Public Library promotions.

Applicant Signature ______Date______

Parent/Guardian Signature ______Date______

2016-2017 Teen Advisory BoardContract

I understand that my appointment to the Teen Advisory Board is not only an honor but also a responsibility. As a member, I will work toward achieving the Board’s goals:

To identify problems teens are facing and to work toward solving these problems.

Advising, planning and implementing teen and children’s programs.

Writing articles, reviews, and creative works for the teen blog and a library newsletter.

Promoting ideas, reading, programming, and expression by and for teens by creating bulletin boards and displays in the young adult area. Also helping in the children’s area.

Recommending books, movies, and magazines for the YA collection.

Creating an inviting teen area in the library.

In addition, I will attend all TAB trainings, meetings and special events, work on Council projects, serve on selected committees, and will be a spokesperson for TAB and the Alger Public Library and its efforts to involve young people in meaningful community service and leadership development.

Finally, I realize that if I have more than three absences from Board meetings and/or participate in fewer than the required community service hours, meetings and social events I will lose my eligibility to continue as a Board member unless I am reinstated by the Teen Advisory Board Executive Committee after completing the appeal process as set forth in the TAB bylaws.

Applicant Signature ______Date ______

Parent/Guardian

I have read the above contract and understand the commitment that is required by the above signed student. I will support his/her efforts and will help him/her to fulfill this obligation in whatever capacity I am able.

Parent/Guardian______Date ______