Young Teen Advisory Committee

Starting July 1, we will be accepting applications for the 2025-26 Young Teen Advisory Committee! If you are interested in the opportunity to meet new people, plan exciting events, and participate in ongoing projects, fill out an application! The deadline to submit will be Thursday, July 31, 2025!

What is the Young Teen Advisory Committee?

The Oregon City Public Library’s Young Teen Advisory Committee (YTAC) is composed of 10 members in grades 6-8 who live or attend school in the Oregon City Public Library Service Area. YTAC members provide weekly volunteer assistance at the library during the entire 2025-26 school year. YTAC members also attend in-person meetings every other month to share feedback on library events and activities for middle school students.

To apply for our Teen Advisory Committee (TAC) for grades 9-12, visit the TAC page.

The Young Teen Advisory Committee (YTAC) gives middle school students the opportunity to:

  • Be involved in the library
  • Earn volunteer hours
  • Practice skills you'll need for your first job
  • Develop leadership ability & library knowledge to prepare to serve on TAC as a high school student

What are some examples of things YTAC members do at the library?

  • Shelf tending in the Children's Room (straightening books, dusting shelves, etc.)
  • Prepare supplies for library activities (craft kits, etc.)
  • Give feedback and make suggestions about library events for middle school students

What is the time commitment to be involved in YTAC?

  • Volunteer at the library 1 hour each week during the 2025-26 school year (Sept. 8, 2025 – Jun. 12, 2026)
  • Attend 5 in-person meetings throughout the year (Sept. 13, Nov. 8, Jan. 17, Mar. 7, May 2)
  • Option to continue volunteering during the summer months if desired

Who can apply?

  • Students who live or go to school in the Oregon City Public Library Service Area
  • Students who are in grades 6-8 during the 2025-26 school year, including homeschool students

Have questions about applying for YTAC? E-mail the Children's Department