Identify the purpose of the library's Teen Advisory Group (TAG). Identify the age group, or grade levels, it is intended for. For example, the group may include students in grades 7-12, or for ages 13-18. Create registration forms for the teens. Advertise through the library newsletter, website and signage about the formation of the new group. Ask teens to apply for advisory group positions.
Interview prospective teen leaders and form the group. Interviews should include learning about the teen's educational background, any other volunteer work, school activities, and finding out why they want to be a part of the advisory board. Look for teens who are energetic, creative, and want to be a part of exciting change for the library.
Schedule meetings for the TAG to plan, schedule and implement new teen library activities. Provide food and drinks at the meeting. Stick to an agenda so the meeting stays on track but allow some time for discussion of new ideas.
Prepare lists of resources available to teens in the areas of reading, writing, research and volunteerism. These lists and resources can be in paper format and presented on the library's website or blog.
Assign TAG members to volunteer positions within the library. These members will raise awareness that teens have a place in the library. Possible jobs include shelving, typing, setting up programs, leading book discussions, writing book reviews for the library newsletter and tutoring.
Attend public functions with TAG members to raise awareness about library resources and teen programs.