What is the Teen Advisory Council?
Old Town School's Teen Advisory Council supports the School's teen programs, works to grow a creative, open-minded youth community, and enriches the greater arts culture of Chicago.
The Council started in the fall of 2015 with six members and the simple idea that teen programming at the School should come directly from teens. Since then, Teen Council has grown to become an integral part of everything related to teens at the School. Council members run events like Teen Open Mic, they help teachers develop new classes and curriculum, they collaborate with other arts organizations across Chicago, and they overall ensure that the School is meeting the needs of its teen students and artists.
Meet the 2025-2026 Teen Advisory Council
Simon Berk
My name is Simon Berk and I'm a senior at Walter Payton College Prep. I've been playing guitar my entire life, and have always loved playing music. I have been in the teen ensemble for over 4 years, and I am excited be a part of the teen council for another year!
Miles Braman
Hi everyone! I'm Miles, a sophomore at Jones. I like to play guitar, go backpacking and skateboarding. I love being at Old Town School because everyone is so kind and welcoming. This is my second year on the teen board, and I look forward to seeing everyone in the community again!
Charlotte Braund
My name is Charlotte Braund and I'm a Junior at Lane Tech. This is my third year on the Old Town School Teen Council, and I'm super excited for it! I love participating in Old Town School Open Mics, and I hope to continue to make them even more accessible a space for teenagers to express themselves.
Addison Davis
Hi! My name is Addison and I'm a junior at Walter Payton College Prep. I play guitar, piano, and harmonica and have always had a passion for music. I've been involved with Old Town School for almost my entire life and am so excited to be a part of the teen council!
Rowen Futcher
Hello! I'm Rowen, and I'm a junior at Jones College Prep. This is my second year on the council, and I've been at Old Town School since Wiggleworms. I've been passionate about music my whole life, and I love being able to meet and work with so many talented teen musicians through this program.
Juliet Johnston
My name is Juliet! I'm a sophomore at Jones College Prep. I love playing guitar, watching and making movies, and listening to music (of course). The Old Town School community has been a big part of my life since I was a toddler. This is my second year on the Teen Council and I love the community dearly.
Tiger Montemar-Garcia
My name is Tiger, and I'm a junior at Northside College Prep. I play piano, guitar, and bass. I love to compose and produce music, write lyrics, and sing. This is my first year on the OTS Teen Advisory Council and I'm going to do my best to make the teenage experience at Old Town School as enriching, welcoming, and fun as it can be!
Hazel Raeburn
Hi! My name is Hazel Raeburn and I am a sophomore at Jones College Prep high school. About 5 months ago, I began taking guitar lessons at the Old Town School of Folk Music. However, my love for everything musical extends far beyond my experience at Old Town School. I look forward to creating a safe space for musically inclined teens to express their talents via my involvement in the Old Town School of Music's teen open mics.
Francis Tamayo
Hi, I'm Francis. I am a Senior at Loyola Academy and this is my second year on the teen council. I have taken classes at Old Town my whole life, and I am super grateful to stay involved in the school. I'm excited to collaborate with others who love music!
The application process for the 2025-2026 Teen Advisory Council is now closed. Check back for more information on how to apply for the 2026-2027 school year.
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