Youth Services Prototype Feedback Session 1
Shape the Future of Colorado's Youth Services Training:
Join Our Focus Group for Early Career Professionals!
From storytimes to teen nights, board books to YA best-sellers, as those serving Colorado's children, adolescents, and their families/caregivers, you know better than anyone what youth services library professionals need to succeed. We’ve been busy building a prototype for a new youth services training and credentialing program, but it won't be ready to beta test until you’ve had a look at it.
We aren't looking for polite nods; we're looking for your expertise, your thoughtful critiques, and your "on the ground" perspectives. Help us ensure this program is practical, inclusive, and truly valuable for today's youth services professionals and beyond.
Is this the right group for you?
At the March 10th session, we’re specifically looking to hear from Colorado library staff with less than 5 years experience in children's and tw/een services.
Other sessions are available for more experienced staff, directors/supervisors, and staff who specifically want to talk about small, rural, and mountain libraries. If you have any questions about which group to join or if you'd prefer to schedule a 1:1 feedback discussion with Kate Brunner (brunner_k@cde.state.co.us) and Kate Compton (compton_k@cde.state.co.us), please let us know!
What’s in it for you?
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Get A First Look: Get an exclusive preview of the program's potential style, scope, and sequence before it launches.
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Have A Professional Impact: Directly influence the creation of a uniquely Coloradan youth services credentialing program.
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Represent Your Community: Whether you’re in a small plains library, a library nestled in the mountains, or a sprawling sub/urban system, help us make sure the needs of your specific context are an integral part of the program from the start.
Ready to weigh in?
Space is limited to 12 participants. We want to ensure everyone has a chance to speak and be heard. Registration will close one week prior to the meeting. Once registration is closed, all participants will receive a small packet of prototype materials to review in advance of our discussion.
ONLY REGISTER FOR ONE FOCUS GROUP, PLEASE.
Grab your spot today and help us turn a prototype into a powerhouse resource for the profession!