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Youth Advisory Board 2025-2026

What is the Youth Advisory Board?

SCCT’s Youth Advisory Board (YAB) is an all-volunteer group of energetic, fun-loving youth interested in helping improve our theater and become leaders. It offers students in grades 6-12 a chance to speak up on a variety of theater-related issues and run special programs such as our Ghostlight Newsletter and organize special events like SCCT’s annual Scavenger Hunt.

All current and past SCCT students, performers and crew members in grades 6-12  are eligilble to apply. YAB members will serve a one-year term, or longer if they choose.  Current Term: Sept 2025-August 2026. Applications for 2026-2027 term will be available summer 2026,

Exciting YAB Changes for 2025-2026 Term
To give students more chances to lead, grow and take on greater responsibility, SCCT expanded the Youth Advisory Board (YAB) this term.

YAB now has two dynamic and distinct main commitees.  Each committee is designed to help members build strong leadership skills while working side-by-side with friends on fun projects.   The two committees will team up to work together on many projects during the year, while also meeting and working independently on others.

  • Executive Committee members take on key leadership roles and are expected to attend meetings 1–2 times per month. This team is for students ready to take charge and level up their leadership skills. You’ll manage major projects, respresent the SCCT youth voice in theater organizational decisions, and develop top level communication and problem-solving skills through both hands-on projects and educational opportunties.
  • Activities Committee members organize special SCCT activities and meet 1-2 times per quarter (fall, winter, spring, summer), with additional meetings when preparing for special events.  This team is for students who love being involved in special events and want to support SCCT in creative, behind-the-scenes ways. You’ll help plan and run fun activities for both SCCT families and the general public, organize fundraisers, and more!  This committee is also great for members with less time to offer but who still want to be involved

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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OVERVIEW

The YAB Executive Committee is made up of 12 leadership positions. Each member leads a specific sub-committee and serves as a key student voice within the organization.

Executive Committee members:
• Represent and advocate for SCCT’s student community
• Collaborate with adult leaders and staff to elevate student needs and ideas
• Promote inclusion, leadership, and positive change at SCCT

Executive Committee Positions & Responsibilities:

Chair
• Leads YAB meetings and sets agendas (with staff support)
• Keeps the team focused on goals and timelines
• Serves as the main youth liaison to the SCCT adult board or leadership team
Vice Chair
• Supports the Chair and assumes responsibilities in their absence
• Helps manage projects and ensures follow-through on group action items
Secretary
• Takes meeting minutes, tracks attendance, and manages internal communication
• Keeps records organized and accessible
• Submits a monthly report to the SCCT Board
Treasurer
• Tracks the board’s budget (if applicable)
• Supports fundraising initiatives
• Communicates financial needs and event costs with SCCT staff
Newsletter Lead
• Collaborates with staff and board members to produce a quarterly youth-focused newsletter
• Gathers content, highlights, and opportunities to share with the community
Social Media Lead
• Develops weekly content for SCCT’s Ghostlight social media platforms
• Promotes events and opportunities
• Works with staff to increase YAB’s visibility and online presence
Community Events Chair
• Leads planning of public youth-led events, fundraisers, and service projects
• Coordinates team roles and ensures smooth event execution
SCCT Social Chair
• Organizes social activities and events for YAB and the broader SCCT youth community
• Adds fun, team-building elements to meetings to keep members engaged
Outreach Chair
• Builds partnerships with local schools and youth organizations
• Helps cross-promote events and expand community engagement
Ghostlight Lead
• Oversees the Ghostlight youth initiative, including social media and projects
• Amplifies youth voices and supports promotion of theater happenings
Production Volunteer Coordinator
• Helps recruit and coordinate youth volunteers for SCCT productions
• Serves as the liaison between YAB and show teams
Marketing Chair
• Works with SCCT’s Marketing Manager and Activities Committee
• Helps develops creative strategies to promote SCCT programs, auditions, and performances. Helps distribute marketing materials.
• Helps recruit students and grow audiences

ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE OVERVIEW

The Activities Committee is made up of all Youth Advisory Board (YAB) members who are not serving on the Executive Committee. Members of this committee take an active role in planning, organizing, and managing events and programs designed to foster engagement and build a strong sense of community among SCCT students and the general public.

Activities Committee members collaborate with the Executive Committee on many—though not all—projects, and also help organize SCCT’s public events and fundraising efforts. Through their work, they help create positive experiences that connect students, celebrate creativity, and promote community involvement. Activity Committee members are expected to attend at least 1-2 meetings per quarter (fall, winter, spring, summer), as well as some additional meetings to prepare for upcoming events.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Event Planning: Coordinate event logistics such as venue setup, materials, refreshments, and entertainment.
  • Program Development: Design and lead fun, enriching activities such as themed socials, workshops, performances, or community-building events.
  • Community Building: Create opportunities for students to connect, celebrate, and feel a sense of belonging.
  • Feedback & Improvement: Gather and respond to feedback to improve future events and experiences.
  • Support & Leadership: Work with adults and peers to bring ideas to life, and step into leadership roles within event teams and sub-committees.

Examples of Activities:

  • Student socials and game nights
  • Holiday celebrations or themed events
  • Hometown Days parade and booth
  • San Carlos Goblin Walk
  • Scavenger Hunt and other promotional events
  • Community service or volunteer opportunities
  • Pop-up performances or student showcases
  • Fundraisers

Questions? Contact Eve Dutton, Youth Advisory Board Advisor, at eve@sancarloschildrenstheater.com