Meet the Youth Staff
Lisa Jones, Youth Services Manager
Lisa taught elementary school for a total of 25 years after graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood and Elementary Education from Monmouth University in New Jersey. She has taught preschool to 4th grade and tutored students of all ages outside of school. Lisa graduated in 2009 with a Master’s in Library and Information Science from Rutgers University. Prior to becoming the Youth Services Manager, Lisa was the Youth Services Librarian at the West Osceola Library for 6 years. Contact her at lisa.jones@osceolalibrary.org.
Hart Memorial Library
Lauren Fenton, Youth Services Specialist
Lauren brings a background in education and the arts to her role at the library! She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Theatre from Grinnell College and is in the process of pursuing a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science. She has taught at the early elementary and high school levels, including serving as a high school drama teacher. Lauren’s favorite part of librarianship is inspiring creativity and curiosity in young minds. When she’s not at the library, you can find her singing along at musicals, planning her next trip to Disney, or curled up with a good book and a cozy blanket. Contact her at lauren.fenton@osceolalibrary.org.
Poinciana Library
Kendall Cole, Youth Services Librarian
Kendall Cole joined the Poinciana Library in April of 2025. She received a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in History, and completed her Master’s degree in Library Science in May 2025. Kendall has worked in a variety of school and library settings, including a middle school and a law library. In her free time she likes to read about history, write stories, and explore theme parks. Stop by the Poinciana Library and see what she has in store! Contact her at kendall.cole@osceolalibrary.org.
St. Cloud Library
Crystal Hamrick, Youth Services Librarian
Crystal has been at the Veterans Memorial Library – St. Cloud Branch since March 2015. Her joy is in doing storytime and planning arts and science programs for kids. She enjoys reading as much as her time allows, mostly fantasy/sci-fi, suspense, and thrillers. Occasionally, Crystal actually gets to read a grownup book, however, most of her reading is children’s and young adult books. When not reading, Crystal enjoys traveling and exploring with her family. Contact her at crystal.hamrick@osceolalibrary.org.
Buenaventura Lakes Library
Rachel Morrison, Librarian Intern
Rachel has eight years of experience teaching children of all ages. After completing her Bachelor of Arts degree in General Studies, with a specialization in Early Childhood Education, she went on to obtain her Master of Arts in English and Creative Writing. She is currently working toward a Master’s Degree in Library Science. When Miss Rachel isn’t at the library, you can find her munching on fun treats and meeting her favorite characters at Disney. Contact her at rachel.morrison@osceolalibrary.org.
