City of Carrollton, TX
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What TAC Is
Teen Advisory Council - called TAC for short - is a group of teens that meets once a month to help shape Carrollton Public Library services and materials for teens in the community.
Members collaborate with the Teen Librarian to:
- Plan upcoming events and Library programs
- Determine the best ways for the Library to help local teens access Library services and materials.
- Volunteer for youth events and programs
Who Is Eligible
Teens in high school, grades 9-12
Benefits of Joining
Earn Volunteer Hours
Earn volunteer hours for:
- Attending meetings
- Helping to lead and promote teen programs
- Creating recommended book lists
- Assisting in youth and teen programs and events
Develop Skills
- Gain planning experience by helping design teen programs
- Build cooperative skills by collaborating with other teens in your community
- Obtain leadership positions
Give Back to Community
- Have a direct impact on the services and books provided to teens in the community
- Help prepare for and host big teen Library events
Important Dates
Application Opens
June 1* - August 1, 2024
*Application opened May 30 due to scheduling issues.
Interviews Scheduled
August 2024
Welcome Meeting
September 17, 2024
Meeting Information
Meetings are held the third Tuesday of each month from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.at the Hebron & Josey Library.
Attendance at ALL meetings is mandatory. Attendance and participation in TAC meetings, events, and programs are crucial to the success of our Teen Advisory Council.
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| September 17, 2024 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. | Hebron & Josey |
| October 15, 2024 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. | Hebron & Josey |
| November 19, 2024 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. | Hebron & Josey |
| December 17, 2024 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. | Hebron & Josey |
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| January 21, 2025 |
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. |
Hebron & Josey |
| February 18, 2025 |
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. |
Hebron & Josey |
| March 18, 2025 |
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. |
Hebron & Josey |
| April 22, 2025 |
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. |
Hebron & Josey |
| May 20, 2025 |
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. |
Hebron & Josey |
How to Join
- Apply to join the TAC on VolunteerMatch
- June 1, 2024* - August 1, 2024
- Free VolunteerMatch account required to apply
- Interview for TAC membership
- August 2024
- Accept an offer* to join the TAC for the City of Carrollton
- *Depending on the number of applicants, there could be a waiting list
- Attend the TAC welcome meeting
- September 17, 2024
- Get ready to start making a difference at once-a-month meetings!
*Application opened May 30 due to a scheduling issue.