FAQs – King County Library System https://kcls.org Wed, 06 Sep 2023 19:23:53 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://cor-liv-cdn-static.bibliocommons.com/images/WA-KCLS/favicon.ico FAQs – King County Library System https://kcls.org 32 32 My question isn’t answered here. Who can I contact for answers? https://kcls.org/faqs/my-question-isnt-answered-here-who-can-i-contact-for-answers/ Wed, 06 Sep 2023 19:15:32 +0000 https://kcls.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=15636960 Email Donna Day at drday@kcls.org if you have any questions about the contest.

Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities is available by request. Send your request to access@kcls.org.

]]> What is the prize this year? https://kcls.org/faqs/what-is-the-prize-this-year/ Wed, 06 Sep 2023 19:13:06 +0000 https://kcls.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=15636958 Our librarian judges will select 1 winning story and up to 3 notable mentions per age group.

We will showcase winning and notable stories on our website.

]]> I’m a teacher and would like to assign this to my students. Is that okay? https://kcls.org/faqs/im-a-teacher-and-would-like-to-assign-this-to-my-students-is-that-okay/ Wed, 06 Sep 2023 19:11:46 +0000 https://kcls.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=15636956 We encourage classroom engagement! We welcome individual students or groups to participate in this contest. Please note that we won’t be able to confirm student submissions with teachers.

]]> What if my story is longer than the word limit? https://kcls.org/faqs/what-if-my-story-is-longer-than-the-word-limit/ Wed, 06 Sep 2023 19:10:44 +0000 https://kcls.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=15636954 Judges will only read up to 1,500 words per story. If your story has illustrations, please note that judges will only read up to 6 pages.

Need help editing your story or checking the word count? Try Brainfuse! Submit your story for review or connect with a tutor for real-time assistance. All you need is your KCLS library card to get started.

]]> I have so many stories to share! Can I enter more than once? https://kcls.org/faqs/i-have-so-many-stories-to-share-can-i-enter-more-than-once/ Wed, 06 Sep 2023 19:08:59 +0000 https://kcls.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=15636952 Please submit only one story per person or group.

]]> I’m not 9 years old yet. Can I still enter? https://kcls.org/faqs/im-not-9-years-old-yet-can-i-still-enter/ Wed, 06 Sep 2023 19:08:09 +0000 https://kcls.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=15636950 We are so happy you’re interested! This year, we are only offering the contest for ages 9 and older. We still encourage you to write your own stories and share them with family and friends. We look forward to reading your stories in the future!

]]> Can I write my story with a partner or a group of people? https://kcls.org/faqs/can-i-write-my-story-with-a-partner-or-a-group-of-people/ Wed, 06 Sep 2023 19:07:16 +0000 https://kcls.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=15636948 Yes! Only one submission per person or group please. One person can submit the story on behalf of the group. You can enter information for all authors on the online entry form.

]]> What formats do you accept? https://kcls.org/faqs/what-formats-do-you-accept/ Wed, 06 Sep 2023 19:05:15 +0000 https://kcls.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=15636946 We accept stories that are typed. Don’t have a computer at home? Your local KCLS library has computers you can use to enter your story. 

Please submit your story using the online entry form.  

]]> Who can enter the Terrifying Tales Contest? https://kcls.org/faqs/who-can-enter-the-terrifying-tales-contest/ Wed, 06 Sep 2023 19:02:14 +0000 https://kcls.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=15636944 Anyone who lives in King County can enter this contest. You do not need a KCLS library card to enter.

]]> How do I enroll in Career Online High School? https://kcls.org/faqs/how-do-i-enroll-in-career-online-high-school/ Mon, 21 Aug 2023 23:46:34 +0000 https://kcls.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=15636084
  • Learn about the program. Go to the Career Online High School website.          
  • Take a short online survey. Complete the "Are You Ready?" survey on the Career Online High School website. The survey will ask you about your access to a computer and how much time you can spend on courses. You'll also need to answer an essay question.        

    If you meet the requirements, we will send you an automated reply when you submit the survey. This message will include information and links to continue onto the pre-requisite course. You will have two weeks from the time you complete the survey to complete the course.

    If you don't meet the requirements, we will help you find other programs that support your goals. 

  • Complete a prerequisite course. Select a career path and enroll in a prerequisite course.
    During the prerequisite course, you will explore the online learning environment. This will help you know whether you are comfortable with it.
    You will find out if the program will meet your needs or if other options to complete high school are better for you.
    You will figure out if the career field is interesting and appealing.
    You will also show your commitment to completing the full program.    

    To pass the course, you need to score 70% or higher. You must complete the course within 2 weeks of starting it.      

  • Enroll in the full program. We will contact you after you've completed the prerequisite course. We’ll schedule an interview and discuss enrolling you in the full program.
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