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Be a Summer Read VolunTEEN

The Summer Read VolunTEEN program is for teens ages 13 (birthdate must be June 1 or before) through high school graduation. Creating an online volunteer account and a two-hour training is mandatory!

Being one of our Summer Read VolunTEENS is a big responsibility. As a Summer Read VolunTEEN, you will be working with lots of children and families using our Summer Read and Volunteer Management software. You will be trained to complete activities and crafts, play games and read with children of all ages, straighten shelves, program setup and assistance, and fulfill optional opportunities available based on the needs of the Library’s location. A two-hour training is mandatory to prepare you for the VolunTEEN experience! At training, you will learn the dos and don'ts of being a VolunTEEN, Library policies and procedures, available opportunities and how to sign up for them. After training, you will receive volunteer service hours for training and a free VolunTEEN t-shirt and name badge! 

If you are a returning Summer Read VolunTEEN, you DO NOT need to create a new account. Simply contact your VolunTEEN Supervisor or Talena Reynolds at 419.259.5229 or talena.reynolds@toledolibrary.org to reactivate your previous account, and you will receive an email confirmation once your account is reactivated. New applicants can create an account here. Starting May 1st, all new and returning teens can register for a training session online here (use keyword search: VolunTEEN) or at your favorite library location. Register early, as some locations fill up fast! Remember, the VolunTEEN program is for teens ages 13 (birthdate must be June 1 or before) through high school graduation and creating an online volunteer account and a two-hour training is mandatory!