Your GPA and test scores say a lot — but your college essay is where you get to speak. Not sure where to start? Join us for a presentation that takes the mystery (and misery) out of writing your personal statement.
We’ll cover:
What colleges are really looking for in your essay
How to pick the right topic (hint: it’s not always your biggest accomplishment)
Writing tips to help your story shine
Common pitfalls and how to avoid sounding like everyone else
Join us for a community event to watch emerging young artists display their poetry and compete for a spot on the Meta4 Slam poetry team! Anyone is welcome to watch these amazing poets!
What is a slam?
A poetry slam is a competitive event in which poets perform spoken word poetry before a live audience and a panel of judges. Slams can be loud and lively, with audience participation, cheering and dramatic delivery.
What is Meta4?
Looking for homework help? Come on in to your local library to find the resources you need for success! Aldine Library will offer a quiet space for teens and kids on Thursdays @ 5:30 PM. Librarians will be on hand to provide assistance.
Harris County Public Library offers a variety of free resources, including computers, printers, and access to special research websites available with your library card.
Note: Librarians will not do the homework nor can we guarantee any grades; this program is here to offer assistance answering questions.
Join us every Thursday for a fun hour full of crafts and workshops. Relax, have a snack in a safe and welcoming space!
Learn different embroidery techniques for creating the flowers that make Texas beautiful.
All learning levels welcome.
Supplies provided.
Teens, stick around after TAB and craft something totally original to you! For our April craft we will construct edible Peep houses! Supplies and snacks provided, grades 6 to 12.
What is a Teen Advisory Board (TAB)? A group of teen volunteers who meet monthly with the Teen librarian to offer input on teen and tween library services and programs. Earn 30 minutes of volunteer time each month! Grades 6 to 12.
Teens! Hang out, play games, and do something awesome at the library! We have tablets, a huge digital table, game consoles, and more for FREE use. Meet new friends, challenge yourself, and unleash your creativity!
For Ages 12-17,18 if in school.
Email: genesis.munoz@hcpl.net for more information.
Join us for the inaugural meeting of the High Meadows Teen Book Club!
We will be discussing The Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas. In this Mexican-inspired fantasy novel, teen semidioses (demigods) must compete in a series of challenges with the highest of stakes.
Copies of the book are available for check out at the High Meadows Library.
Teens! Using a needle and felting wool, design and create an artistic landscape or a 3D animal!
Program begins at 1pm in the Teen Lounge on the 2nd floor.
(they can stay as long as they like...just clean up)
*No registration required