Youth Advisory Board

If you are interested in STEM activities, enjoy reading, and need required volunteer/service hours for school, the Morehead City Library Youth Advisory Board is for you!

What is the Youth Advisory Board?

The Youth Advisory Board (YAB) consists of a group of young people in grades 6 through 12 who are interested in volunteering and taking an active role in determining services and programs at the public library. Serving on the YAB can satisfy volunteer/service requirements for school and look great on college applications or job resumes.

Requirements to Serve

• Junior YAB: Must be in grades 6 through 8 (Middle School students)
• Senior YAB: Must be in grades 9 through 12 (High School students)
• Attend monthly meetings the first Thursday of each month at 5 pm.
• Be willing to serve for at least one semester.
  • Fall 2023: Sep 7, Oct 5, Nov 2, Dec 7
  • Spring 2024: Jan 4, Feb 1, Mar 7, Apr 4
  • Summer 2024: May 2, Jun 6, Jul 11, Aug 1

Specific Activities

• Plan library services
• Promote library programs and services at school and in the community
• Make suggestions for the collection
• Assist with library programs for children
• Meet and work with others and have fun at the library

How do I become a member?

Submit YAB Application completed and signed by volunteer and parent/guardian:

• In person at the library (202 South 8th Street, Morehead City, NC 28557) – or –  
• Email your application to Tegan Owen, Youth and Young Adult Librarian at tegan.owen@moreheadcitync.org

Please call at 252-726-3765 with questions or for further information.