Be a School Year VolunTEEN

Is your teen interested in giving back to the community? The School Year VolunTEEN program welcomes young people ages 13 through high school graduation to develop volunteer skills during the academic year. This program runs from September through March, and this session's training takes place at King Road Library. During the one-hour mandatory training, teens learn library policies, what to expect as a volunteer, and how to sign up for shifts that match their interests and the library's needs. Once trained, volunteers support library staff and patrons in meaningful ways—helping with activities and crafts, reading with children, organizing shelves, assisting with programs, and taking on other tasks based on what each location needs. Before attending training, teens must create an online volunteer account (available starting September 1st on the library's website). Keep in mind that volunteers commit to a single library location for the school year. Space is limited, so registering early is recommended. For questions, reach out to the VolunTEEN Supervisor at King Road Library or contact Mrs. Talena Reynolds at 419.259.5229.