What do I need to know to be a presenter?
- STEM Saturday workshops are self-contained workshops. Each proposal must only contain content for 1 or 2 workshops.
- Proposals for more than 1 or 2 workshops will not be considered.
- Audience size is typically between 20 and 30 students and about 8-12 years of age.
- Workshops must include a detailed, hands-on component.
- Workshops cannot provide advice of any kind (i.e. health advice, legal advice, etc.)
- Workshops cannot produce anything edible or consumable (i.e. making ice cream or rock candy). Using edible ingredients to make something not edible is allowed (i.e. using candy to make models).
- Keep in mind cost considerations when choosing your topics. Workshops with costs exceeding $100 will not be considered.
- Presenters must be 14 years of age or older.
What support will I get from the library?
- The library will cover all costs of the workshop.
- The library will handle advertising and promotion--although you are welcome to do some promotion on your own as well.
- The library will provide guidance and mentorship on working with younger age groups and with constructing and designing your workshop. If you are looking to build skills, this is a great place to do so!
What dates are available for STEM Saturday Workshops?
- September 12th
- September 26th
- October 10th
- October 24th
- November 7th
- November 21st
What will happen next?
1. Submit your proposal.
2. Librarian Jess will notify you by end of June if you have been selected or not selected.
3. If selected, you will need to complete volunteer paperwork and attend regular check-in meetings before your scheduled workshop date.
4. If not selected, you will receive feedback on how to improve your proposal for the next application cycle. Submissions for the Winter/Spring Series will open in November.
For any questions, please contact Librarian Jess at jldewitz@kcls.org.
