Programs for Teens
Unless noted, for grades 9-12.
ACT or SAT Test Prep with Learning Express
Take your free ACT or SAT practice test anytime at home or in the Library with the Learning Express database. Full-length practice tests, as well as standalone tests in each subject area, are available.
- Visit glenviewpl.org/homework-help and click on College Admissions Test Preparation from Learning Express Library. When signing in from home, a GPL card number is needed.
- Create an account, choose College Admissions Test Preparation, and select either ACT or SAT.
For questions, please call the Reference Desk at 847-729-7500.
Teen Thursdays
Thursdays, June 16-August 25, 2-4 PM • Innovation Center
Try out your creative ideas and projects with Innovation Center staff. Get help bringing project ideas to life and learn how to use design programs, art supplies, and equipment. Drop in.
What Does Test Optional Really Mean? A Guide for Students and Parents
Wednesday, September 14, 6-7 PM • Community Room East
Learn the difference between what it means to be test-optional versus taking traditional standardized tests like the ACT and SAT to get into college with Tom Jaworski, Quest College Consulting. For students and parents. Limit 45.
Let’s Talk About Drugs: What Parents and Teens Need to Know About Substance Use
Wednesday, September 28, 6:30-8:30 PM • Community Room
Join PEER Services, a nonprofit providing outpatient substance use counseling services in the North Shore region, as they lead a half-hour presentation about preventing substance use in our community. Immediately following will be two break-out sessions, one for parents and the other an art workshop for teens. Light refreshments provided.
Take Time for Teens: Well-Intended Parents, Unintended Consequences
Tuesday, October 18, Noon-1 PM • Via Zoom
Become a more effective parent to your adolescent in this informative workshop with Dr. Renee Dominguez, Ph.D. Co-Executive Director of Family Service Center. Learn ways to encourage your teen through difficult life situations, create a positive collaborative parent-child relationship, and avoid the risks of “overparenting.”
EARN SERVICE HOURS
Summer Volunteer Opportunities (grades 6-12)
If you’re friendly, patient, and enthusiastic about working with children, sign up to become a volunteer at GPL! Summer Volunteers must be in 6-12 grades and a Glenview Village resident or attend a school served by the Glenview Public Library to apply. Learn more here.
On a Positive Note…
Calling all high school teens! Earn service hours and keep your community connected by sending a positive, caring note to an older adult, whether it be a family member, friend, neighbor, or someone living in a senior building/care facility in Glenview. Get more information including how to earn service credit and a list of facilities accepting notes.
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