TEEN PROGRAMS MINUTE TO WIN IT!
JOIN THE VOLUNTEER SQUAD
REGISTER NOW • Central Teen Place Monday, March 26 • 4-5 p.m. Compete against other teens in quick and zany challenges and tasks.
This summer, we’re looking for students entering grades 7-12 to join our new Volunteer Squad. The Squad will be key to making our Summer Challenge a success, including: • Registering kids and their caregivers in the Challenge • Making buttons • Creating scavenger hunts • Providing activity sheets • Much more! Watch for details in the April/May Guide. Application available at SchaumburgLibrary.org starting April 1. Questions? Contact kidsZone at (847) 923-3439.
CUPCAKE WARS REGISTER FEB. 1 • Central Teen Place Thursday, March 29 • 2-3 p.m. Teens will have one hour to get creative and decorate cupcakes that are one-of-a-kind. Compete to become the ultimate cupcake champion!
GAME ON! REGISTER FEB. 1 • Central Teen Place Saturday, March 31 • 10:30 a.m. - Noon This morning is all about gaming. Try all the latest video games and our Oculus Rift. Waiver and Release of Liability required. See page 1.
THE TESTING BOOK CLUB MEET UP REGISTER NOW • Central Teen Place Wednesday, April 4 • 7-8 p.m. Prepare for our author visit with New York Times best-selling author Joelle Charbonneau in this fun book club meet-up. Test your survival skills, escape The Testing, talk fan theories and enjoy snacks. The first five teens to register can borrow a copy of the book from the Teen Desk.
VOLUNTEER SQUAD: FAQ DROP IN • Central Program Room • Saturday, March 24 11 a.m. - Noon Ready to learn more? We’re having an FAQ session for students and caregivers. Get a brief overview of the program, feel free to ask questions.
DROP IN • Central Rasmussen Room Saturday, Feb. 24 • 1-3 p.m. High school students and parents: Learn about different career options in certificate and mentorship programs. Speak with representatives from service, manufacturing and trade industries that are in high demand and available in the Chicagoland area. Come for welcoming remarks by Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi at 1 p.m. This program was made possible through a partnership with Congressman Raja, Hoffman Estates Chamber of Commerce and Schaumburg Business Association.
COLLEGE PREP ALTERNATE CAREER PATHWAYS REGISTER NOW • Central Adult Classroom Tuesday, Feb. 20 • 7-8 p.m. Don’t feel like contributing to the ever-growing student loan debt in the US? Workforce development expert Mohammed Faheem, CEO of the Center for Strategic Solutions, will present a seminar on career pathways that do not require a four-year degree.
ALTERNATIVES TO THE 4-YEAR DEGREE As unique individuals, we don’t all conform to the same dreams and desires. Many great plans for life after high school can be accomplished without a four-year degree. If other options interest you, come to “Career Choices for Teens: Alternatives to the 4-Year College Degree” on Saturday, Feb. 24, and/or “Alternate Career Pathways” on Tuesday, Feb. 20. “Career Choices” will include
CAREER CHOICES FOR TEENS: ALTERNATIVES TO THE 4-YEAR COLLEGE DEGREE
representatives from manufacturing and trade industries who will answer questions about jobs and training. Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi will welcome attendees. “It’s essential that we strengthen career and technical education programs that help students develop the in-demand skills they need to enter the workforce,” he said.
HOW TO PAY FOR COLLEGE WITHOUT GOING BROKE
REGISTER NOW • Central Adult Classroom Wednesday, March 7 • 7-8:30 p.m. Experienced professionals share their expertise and offer action steps to reduce college costs at the college of your choice. Discover strategies to reduce costs while finding the best-fit college for you. Teens and parents welcome.
FINANCIAL AID AWARD LETTERS REGISTER NOW • Central Adult Classroom Wednesday, March 21 • 7-8 p.m. ISACorps members will discuss financial aid and how to evaluate financial aid award letters. Using a worksheet, families can compare financial aid award letters while Corps members provide oneon-one support. SchaumburgLibrary.org • ( 847) 923-3347
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