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Who Are We?

The Mission Oaks Teen Advisory Board (MOTAB) empowers teens to lead community events, service projects, and initiatives that foster local engagement and well-being. Through planning, collaboration, and leadership development, members inspire youth involvement and create meaningful impact within the district.

What to expect?

Teen Board is a hands-on, interactive program designed for teens who want to get involved, grow, and make a real impact in their community. This is not a sit-back-and-watch kind of board—members play an active role in bringing ideas to life and shaping programs and events for their peers.

As a Teen Board member, you can expect to build valuable professional and leadership skills that support your future goals, including college applications and career development. Members also earn meaningful volunteer hours while giving back in a fun and rewarding way.

It’s not all work—members will also get to enjoy fun field trips and outings, including visits to amusement parks, entertainment spots, and other exciting activities in and around Sacramento. It’s a great way to bond with other teens and make lasting memories while being part of the program.

Throughout the year, members will collaborate with peers, support community events, and take part in creative projects that truly make a difference. Whether you’re helping plan an event, leading a project, or sharing new ideas, Teen Board gives you the chance to lead, create, and leave your mark.

Core Values

Meaningful Impact
Open-minded
Teamwork
Ambitious
Building Community

Eligibility

To be eligible for a board position, applicants must:

• Must be a high school student
• Must commit to attending 2 meetings per month
• Must commit to a one-year term (September 24, 2026 – May 27, 2027)

Board Positions

Chair positions are individual roles, similar to the other positions listed below.

President — Serves as the leader of the teen program board by guiding meetings, coordinating with board members, helping plan events and initiatives, representing the program in the community, and making sure the board is working together to create a positive and engaging experience for teens in the parks district.

Vice President — Supports the President in leading the teen program board, helps oversee meetings and activities, steps in when the President is unavailable, assists with planning events and initiatives, and works closely with other board members to keep the program organized, productive, and focused on serving teens in the parks district.

Secretary — Keeps accurate records of meetings by taking and organizing notes, tracks attendance, manages important documents, and communicates updates to board members. Helps ensure everyone stays informed, organized, and on track with plans and responsibilities.

Treasurer — Oversees the Teen Board’s finances by tracking funds, helping manage the budget, recording expenses, and making sure money is used responsibly for events, activities, and program needs. Works with board members and advisors to support thoughtful spending and future planning.

Teen Board Representative — The Teen Board Representative role is perfect for teens who want to get involved but aren’t sure which position to choose. Representatives participate in meetings, share ideas, and support events and projects while building leadership skills, earning volunteer hours, and gaining valuable experience that can be used on college, scholarship, and job applications—all while exploring different areas of the board.

Chair Members: 

• Senior Chair — Works with our community center staff to build connections between teens and seniors, helps plan intergenerational activities, and supports programs that promote community, inclusion, and shared experiences.
• Parks Chair — Focuses on park beautification and improvement by organizing clean-ups, planting projects, and other efforts that enhance the appearance and use of local parks.
• Events Chair — Assists in planning and coordinating district-wide and special events throughout the year, helping with organization, setup, promotion, and overall event success.
• Sports Chair — Helps organize sports-related activities, tournaments, or recreation programs, encouraging participation, teamwork, and healthy lifestyles among teens.
• Fundraising Chair — Leads efforts to raise funds for the teen program by planning fundraisers, collaborating with the board on ideas, and securing resources to support events and activities.
• Social Media Chair — Helps manage the media efforts by creating content, promoting events, and keeping the community informed and engaged.
• Youth Chair — Supports the development of youth programs by helping create and maintain activities for younger participants, organizing one-day youth events, and assisting with break camps.

Dates: 

• Term: September 24, 2026 – May 27, 2027
• Application Deadline: September 13 at 11:59 PM
• Interviews: September 19, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Interview instructions will be emailed after applications close

Location of MOTAB Meetings: 

Meetings will be held in person, and attendance is required on-site.

Location: 

Swanston Community Center 

• 2350 Northrop Ave. Sacramento, CA 95825

 

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