Volunteer Qualifications Senior high school students (Grade 10 to Grade 12) Strong academic standards Positive attitude Strong communication skills Able to interact with students of diverse backgrounds and ages Able to work in a team environment Volunteer Responsibilities Attend an orientation and training session Be a positive role model for participants Provide one-on-one and small group assistance to students with schoolwork assignments and in the use of basic internet, online resources, and other learning materials that support school success
Read more about "Volunteer Qualifications Volunteer Responsibilities"Calgary Public Library is committed to eliminating racial and social equity barriers. The Library is a signatory of the Urban Libraries Council’s Statement on Race and Social Equity . We stand with the communities we serve against racism and injustice. Browse these recommended resources to better understand the importance of social and racial equality, and our commitment to it.
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Read more about "National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation Educational Programming"How are our books selected? Have you ever wondered how a book gets added to our collection? Learn more about our Selectors as we show you just how a book gets on our shelves.
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Read more about "Volunteer at the Library"The Bright Futures Scholarship These scholarships are awarded to three young volunteers who are committed, enthusiastic, and take initiative in their volunteer role. The scholarships are made possible by a gift from Barbara Killick, formerly a senior staff member at Calgary Public Library, and witness to the positive impact made by young volunteers on the lives of Calgarians. Applications for the next Bright Future Scholarship will open in spring 2025. Applicants for the Bright Futures Scholarship must: Be an active volunteer in good standing at Calgary Public Library Have approximately 100 volunteer hours to Calgary Public Library Be in Grade 12 or have completed high school and entering or currently enrolled in a full-time course of study at a post-secondary institution in Fall 2024 Be between the ages of 17 – 25 years old
Read more about "The Bright Futures Scholarship"Jesse is a visual artist, animator, and filmmaker from Alberta. His practice includes illustration, graphic design, and photography, but his core focus is spray-painted murals. He teaches mural and animation arts across Alberta and Saskatchewan.
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