Oakland Youth Poet Laureate – Oakland Public Library https://oaklandlibrary.org A BiblioWeb Site Mon, 11 Dec 2023 23:45:41 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://cor-liv-cdn-static.bibliocommons.com/images/CA-OAKLAND/favicon.ico?1732457350952 Oakland Youth Poet Laureate – Oakland Public Library https://oaklandlibrary.org 32 32 Can I be an OYPL judge? https://oaklandlibrary.org/faqs/can-i-be-an-oypl-judge/ Mon, 22 May 2023 23:59:17 +0000 https://oaklandlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=9567468 Each year we have a panel of five judges representing a diverse group of experts from literacy, arts, and educational organizations as well as local celebrity authors, artists, and activists.

If you are interested in being a future judge, have a relationship to Oakland, believe strongly in youth voices, and like to read and listen to poetry, please fill out our Judging Interest Form and tell us more!

]]> Where can I find the application? https://oaklandlibrary.org/faqs/where-can-i-find-the-application/ Mon, 06 Dec 2021 23:00:56 +0000 https://oaklandlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=9538618 Once the application is live and we are accepting submissions, you'll find it linked on all the OYPL pages on the website. 

You can download the paper application as a PDF here now.

]]> How do I go back to change something in my application? https://oaklandlibrary.org/faqs/how-do-i-go-back-to-change-something-in-my-application/ Wed, 09 Jun 2021 22:43:17 +0000 https://oaklandlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=9514970 Changes may be made to your entry before the deadline by using the “Edit Response” link in your confirmation email. 

The pdf file of your poems cannot be changed.

If you would like to apply with a different pdf document, before the deadline you can forward your confirmation email to oypl@oaklandlibrary.org with the document attached and explain that you would like to replace your poems.

]]> How can I apply if I don’t have internet access? https://oaklandlibrary.org/faqs/how-can-i-apply-if-i-dont-have-internet-access/ Wed, 09 Jun 2021 22:42:26 +0000 https://oaklandlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=9514968 You can visit your local library or school and use the internet there to submit your online application.

Finally, if you have no other means to submit your application online, a paper application is available for you to download and mail in.

OYPL 2024 Application Paper Version

Contact us to send you one by snail mail:
510-761-7636 or
OYPL
Teen Services, Oakland Public Library
125 14th St.
Oakland CA 94612

]]> Do I have to finish my entire application in one sitting? https://oaklandlibrary.org/faqs/do-i-have-to-finish-my-entire-application-in-one-sitting/ Wed, 09 Jun 2021 22:41:19 +0000 https://oaklandlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=9514964 You must complete all the required questions at one time and submit. There is no way to save your work.

But after you submit, you will be sent a link enabling you to edit your application until the deadline. You will have to email us a new PDF of your poems, though.

We recommend that you look at the questions on the application and then prepare and proofread your responses over time in a savable document. Then you can copy and paste your perfect responses into the online application and have your poems ready for uploading in PDF form.

]]> Do I have to have a Google account to fill out the application? https://oaklandlibrary.org/faqs/do-i-have-to-have-a-google-account-to-fill-out-the-application/ Wed, 09 Jun 2021 22:40:20 +0000 https://oaklandlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=9514962 Yes, you do. You cannot complete the application without a Google account.

You can get one here: https://accounts.google.com/SignUp.

In the application, please give us the email address you check most often; you do not have to use your Gmail address for your contact email. 

]]> I have more questions. Who can I contact? https://oaklandlibrary.org/faqs/i-have-more-questions-who-can-i-contact/ Wed, 09 Jun 2021 22:39:01 +0000 https://oaklandlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=9514960 Email oypl@oaklandlibrary.org or call the Oakland Public Library at (510) 761-7636.

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]]> Can I apply if I live in San Leandro, Piedmont, or Berkeley? https://oaklandlibrary.org/faqs/can-i-apply-if-i-live-in-san-leandro-piedmont-or-berkeley/ Wed, 09 Jun 2021 22:38:15 +0000 https://oaklandlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=9514958 You may only apply if you currently live in Oakland (though you can attend school in other towns).

You may be eligible to apply for the Alameda County Youth Poet Laureate program.

While we aren’t able to expand the contest to other cities right now, we welcome interested agencies from other cities to contact us with questions.

]]> What happens if the Poet Laureate doesn’t complete the full program year? https://oaklandlibrary.org/faqs/what-happens-if-the-poet-laureate-doesnt-complete-the-full-program-year/ Wed, 09 Jun 2021 22:37:19 +0000 https://oaklandlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=9514956 The Vice Laureate will step into the Laureate role if the Laureate is unable to complete the year.

]]> If I win, how will I receive the $5,000 award? https://oaklandlibrary.org/faqs/if-i-win-how-will-i-receive-the-5000-award/ Wed, 09 Jun 2021 22:36:14 +0000 https://oaklandlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=9514954 Scholarship funds will be sent directly to the school or arts program of your choice.

You must complete your full year as Poet Laureate to receive your award.

The scholarship is managed through Scholarship America which also offers financial, cultural, and social support.

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