HOW TO JOIN

30 participants and 10 team lead positions are open for each date. Reserve your spot by registering below. Registration is required to notify staff of allergies and provide contact information. A parent or legal guardian must sign the waiver linked below and have the waiver ready at the event. The library will have copies of the waivers available for teens and their parents to sign the day of, if needed.

     HOUR LETTERS

At the end of the event, staff will sign a printed community hours letter detailing the work accomplished for each attendant. Staff can also sign school issued log sheets.

Upcoming Volunteer Dates:

Register To Volunteer Here

For Further Questions or Concerns Please Contact The Teen Services Desk at (956) 681-3090 or email Lstickle@mcallen.net or smatahernandez@mcallen.net

     TEAM LEADS

You can become a team lead by stating your preference in the registration form. 2 team leads are assigned to each group and monitor safety and task completion. Leads must arrive on time for orientation and share information with their team provided by library staff.

     REQUIREMENTS

• Register in advance.
• Have the waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian.
• Must be between the ages of 11 and 18.
• Stay for the full 3-hour session. No late arrivals or early leave without notifying staff.
• Please wear appropriate clothes for weather. Knee-length shorts are allowed. No vulgar, cropped, or ripped clothing.
• Keep phone use to a minimum.
• Arrive in time for orientation.
• Practice safety guidelines provided in orientation.
• You may be asked to leave with no community hours letter if you do not adhere to these requirements.

Waiver

Teens must submit a signed waiver by a parent or guardian to participate in this program. Waivers must be turned in to library staff before the event begins. 
Download Waiver Here