Youth Services Support for Public Libraries

Every day in their communities, Oregon libraries support literacy and learning for kids ages 0-18. Our goal is to ensure high quality library services across the state for every child.

Consulting

Any Oregon library with questions about library programs or services meeting youth needs is welcome to contact Oregon's Youth Services Consultant, Greta Bergquist, at any time. She will be happy to help support you in serving your community.

Grants

Ready to Read grants help communities support our youngest Oregonians using the below early literacy and summer reading outcomes to direct their work. Grants are distributed annually to all legally established public libraries who apply for and report on their yearly grant spending. Learn more at the Ready to Read guide.

Professional Development Resources

Oregon Library Association's Children's Services Division offers a variety of professional development and networking opportunities across the state.
Join kidslib, the e-mail listserve for Oregon youth library staff.
The Oregon Young Adult Network (OYAN) offers professional development and networking opportunities for librarians serving teens.
Join the OYAN listserve here.
Oregon Reader's Choice Awards are sponsored by the Oregon Library Association through the Children's Services Division, OYAN, and OASL (the Oregon Association of School Librarians). The Oregon State Literacy Association and Pacific Northwest Booksellers Association also sponsor the ORCAs.
Oregon Battle of the Books is sponsored by OASL and funded through federal LSTA funds. Get involved!

Resources

Ready to Read

Contact

Greta Bergquist
Youth Services Consultant
greta.bergquist@slo.oregon.gov
971-375-3549