NM PED Webinar 2: 21st CCLC & HB2 Applications
2026-04-07 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Denver)
PED Webinar 2: Overview of RFP requirements,
program expectations, and allowable activities
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Know the Difference Between the 21st CCLC RFP and the HB2 RFP and High-Level Strategy on Who Should Apply to Each
2026-04-08 12:00 - 13:00
Join NMOST on Wednesday, May 8 for a Lunch & Learn session on Knowing the Difference between the 21st CCLC RFP and the HB2 RFP and High-Level Strategy on Who Should Apply to Each.

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YEI Power Hour Workshop
2026-04-09 10:00 - 11:00
More information coming soon!
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Overview and Application Strategy for the HB2 Funded Out-of-School Time Program
2026-04-09 12:00 - 13:00
Join NMOST on Thursday, April 9 for a Lunch & Learn session: Overview and Application Strategy for the HB2-Funded Out-of-School Time Program.

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Summer Meals: Outreach That Works
2026-04-09 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-21 13:00 - 14:00
Effective outreach is essential to ensuring that families know when, where, and how to access Summer Meals. This webinar will explore outreach strategies that help programs reach more children and boost participation throughout the summer.

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Unlocking the Double Helix: A Blueprint for DNA Day Success
2026-04-16 14:00 - 15:00
Get ready to make DNA Day engaging, accessible, and impactful for your students across learning settings and grade levels. In this practical prep webinar for educators, we’ll walk you through ready-to-use activities, free resources, and simple facilitation tips to help you plan a successful DNA Day experience.
Whether you’re new to DNA Day or looking to deepen your celebration, you’ll leave with a clear plan and flexible ideas to spark curiosity about genetics, health, and STEM careers, no advanced science background required.
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2026 NSLA Summer Planning Bootcamp
2026-04-17 10:00 - 12:30
NSLA’s annual webinar designed to equip you with tools, ideas, and best practices to elevate your summer program planning. Learn from leaders in schools, community based programs, camps, libraries, outdoor education programs, and more

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YEI Educator Power Hour
2026-04-21 14:00 - 15:00
More information is coming soon!
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Fund IRL: Turn Social Media Accountability into Youth Opportunity
2026-04-23 12:00 - 13:00
Across the country, lawsuits are underway over the impact of social media on youth well-being. If these cases result in settlements or other payouts, those dollars could create a powerful opportunity to invest in what young people need most: real-life connection. These social media payouts could support programs that help young people thrive — after-school and summer programs, mental health supports, safe spaces, caring mentors, and opportunities to build belonging and resilience. Fund IRL is a national coalition working to ensure potential funds from social media litigation support these programs. Fund IRL is mobilizing leaders across the country to ensure these funds strengthen the programs young people rely on. The decision has not been made; this moment matters. What happens next will determine whether these funds disappear into budgets, or reach the young people they’re meant to help. Join us to learn about Fund IRL work, details about the coalition working to turn social media accountability into youth opportunity, and ways to activate and advocate to invest in the well-being of young people in our country.
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2026 Service Symposium
2026-04-24 08:00 - 09:00
2026 Service Symposium

FREE Online | April 24, 10am EDT

A nationwide celebration of service!
Join us for a FREE live broadcast from anywhere in the country of our landmark hybrid symposium, a nationwide celebration of service.
As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, the 2026 Service Symposium | 250 & Beyond: Our American Story serves as the culminating celebration of a movement launched in 2024 to honor and inspire the American spirit of service. Learn more about this movement.
By bringing together thousands of Americans—including students, educators, nonprofit leaders, public servants, and community members—we will reflect on our past, highlight incredible acts of service happening today, and inspire the next 250 years of American service..

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Explora's Native STEAM Day
2026-04-24 10:00 - 15:00
Native STEAM Day

Come join Explora’s second annual Native STEAM Day on Friday, April, 26th from 10 am to 3 pm!
Discover indigenous culture and diversity in science, technology, engineering, arts and math. Indigenous professionals will also share community resources.
While you’re there, satisfy your fry bread craving with Native food truck, Manko. Experience the fun with the entire family at Explora, in Old Town, Albuquerque.
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Explora: Engineering with Recyclables
2026-04-25 13:30 - 15:30
June 25, 2026
1:30-3:30 pm
Virtual
Professional development workshop for educators, librarians, and out-of-school time staff. 2 CEUs
Experience STEAM investigations for all ages! Engineer cars and musical instruments out of recycled materials, and leave with activities you can use immediately.
Zoom link sent the day before.
Please contact Explora with questions – education@explora.us
This workshop is funded with the support of NMAEYC and offered at no cost to participants.
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Teen Career Chats: Innovators Advancing STEM
2026-04-29 16:00 - 17:00
This month, join STEM Next and industry leaders from BAE Systems, Illumina, MEFA, and RTX to learn about how they forged their career paths in STEM. From biotech to aerospace engineering, hear from a variety of industries to help you plot your next steps in STEM!
Led by our own teen Flight Crew member Shireen from Arizona, youth will have the opportunity to hear from and ask questions of:

Karina Moreno, a biotech engineer and process development engineer at Illumina, an international biotech company.
Lori Seuch, chief information officer at MEFA, a quasi-state authority located in Boston, Massachusetts.
Brittany Wheeler, D. Eng., is the associate director of manufacturing and Operations at RTX, an aerospace company.
Jennifer Lemon is an engineer at BAE Systems, an aerospace company.

Why you should be there:

Hear directly from professionals with fascinating STEM careers and different career paths
Learn what skills and classes can help prepare you for various STEM-related careers
Ask your questions during the live session
Discover how your interests today could connect to a future STEM career

A recording of this panel will be available after the event. Register now to either join us live or to be the first to receive a copy of the recording!
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Intro to Makerspaces & Renewable Energy Educator Workshops
2026-05-02 09:30 - 14:00
Increase your knowledge of Makerspace tools, procedures, and projects – then dive into hands-on, renewable energy STEM activities with NM Tech.
Saturday May 2, 2026
9:30-11:30 Intro to Makerspaces
11:30-12:00 Lunch provided
12:00-2:00 Renewable Energy with NM Tech
In-person at Explora 1701 Mountain Rd NW Albuquerque, NM 87104
Professional development workshop for educators, librarians, and out-of-school time staff. Increase your knowledge of Makerspace tools, procedures, and projects — then dive into hands-on, renewable energy STEM activities with NM Tech.

Cap of 20 participants. Stipend provided. Registration is requested by April 22.

This workshop is funded with the support of the STEM Innovation Network in partnership with NM Tech and offered at no cost to participants.
Please contact Explora with questions – education@explora.us
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Discover the Latest from YES!
2026-05-06 17:00 - 18:00
Interested in learning about our newest resources? Join us to explore our latest curricular units and resources!

Discover New YES Engineering Units for STEM Learning | Free Webinar
Join us for an engaging webinar showcasing the latest Youth Engineering Solutions (YES) curriculum units, designed for K–8 classrooms, out-of-school programs, and family STEM events.
These newly released, student-tested STEM resources immerse learners in real-world engineering design challenges that build problem-solving skills, creativity, and collaboration.
Grounded in the proven YES engineering learning framework, each unit supports age-appropriate design processes that help students think like engineers and become confident innovators.
Perfect for educators, program leaders, and STEM facilitators looking to bring high-quality engineering and design-based learning to their students.
Reserve your spot and see how YES can transform your STEM programming!
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The STEM Talk: FY27 - What's At Stake
2026-05-07 12:00 - 13:00
The FY2027 White House budget request proposes eliminating 21st CCLC for the second straight year, cutting NSF by more than half, and consolidating dozens of K-12 programs into a single block grant. This episode breaks down the biggest threats to STEM funding and what the appropriations process means for advocates right now.
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Explora: Bubble Bubble Workshop
2026-05-07 14:00 - 16:00
Bubble Bubble Teacher Workshop

May 7, 2026
2 pm – 4 pm
Virtual – zoom link sent the day before
Professional Development Workshop for educators, early childhood teachers, librarians, and out-of-school time staff.
Explore the power of surface tension as you try out a variety of wands, build bubble sculptures, create bubble art, and observe colors in bubbles. Gain ideas on how to integrate literature and science. You’ll immediately be able to use the ideas with your students!

Register by April 29 for kit pick up or shipment for first 20 registrants. Sharing a login and kit of materials!

Please contact Explora with questions – education@explora.us
This workshop is funded with the support of the United Way of North Central New Mexico and offered at no cost to participants.

This professional development workshop is intended for adults and requires collaboration amongst peers. We encourage interested classrooms to inquire about our virtual and in-person program offerings found in the Explora Program Guide or email reservations@explora.us

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Afterschool Policy Pulse
2026-05-08 10:00 - 10:30
Every second Friday at noon ET, Afterschool Alliance Senior VP of Policy, Erik Peterson, will recap the latest policy developments, what we know (or don’t know!) about how they may impact afterschool and summer programs, and what may be coming up next. Submit your questions in advance so we know what’s top of mind for you.
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Flourish Lab Workshop: Reaction to Response
2026-05-12 10:00 - 10:45
We all have emotional hot buttons that cause us to show up as less than our best. Once we see and recognize these triggers, we can regain control over them. One part of the process is to understand what sets us off. Add to that clear action steps for what to do in these moments, and we can quickly get back to showing up fully for our youth.

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YEI Educator Power Hour
2026-05-12 14:00 - 15:00
Tuesday, May 12 at 4:00pm ET

Fun with Entrepreneurial Kits and Activities

Come hear about the latest entrepreneurial tools for teaching.

Who: K-12 Educators
What: YEI Educator Power Hour
Topic: Fun with Entrepreneurial Kits and Activities
When (U.S.): Tuesday, April 21 from 4:00-5:00pm ET. Convert to your time zone here.
Where: Online via Zoom (you will receive a link after registering)

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Beautification Youth Summit
2026-05-16 09:00 - 15:30 | National Hispanic Cultural Center
Are you a high school student? Interested in leadership? Want to make a difference in your state? Thinking about becoming a Youth Ambassador? Join the Land of Enchantment Youth Ambassadors for a day filled with leadership, hands-on workshops, a community clean-up, and fun activities.
Be one of the first 1000 to register. The deadline is May 9.
Registration Link Coming Soon!

America After 3PM: The Summer Struggle for Everyday Families
2026-05-19 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for the release of brand new national and state data on summer program participation, unmet demand, and parent perspectives. This data is drawn from our hallmark America After 3PM nationwide household survey, conducted roughly every five years.
You’ll learn what the latest figures reveal, what this means for families and communities today, and our policy recommendations moving forward. Afterschool Alliance Executive Director Jodi Grant will share top takeaways and engage in a conversation with special guests on the importance of the data from their unique perspectives.
Speakers:

Jodi Grant, Executive Director, Afterschool Alliance
Gigi Antoni, Vice President of Youth Development, The Wallace Foundation
Carlos M. Gonzalez Jr., Superintendent, Roma Independent School District
Additional speakers to be announced

The America After 3PM summer findings are based on research funded by The Wallace Foundation.
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Lunch & Learn: New Mexico Guiding Principles for Quality Out-of-School Time Programs
2026-05-19 11:30 - 12:30
NMOST is hosting a Lunch & Learn Workshop on Tuesday, May 19 at 11:30 AM on the New Mexico Guiding Principles for Quality Out-of-School Time Programs!

Join presenter and NMOST Capacity Building Director Amanda Lujan as we relaunch the Guiding Principles, a flexible set of quality guidelines designed to support practices that lead to positive outcomes for youth. Learn about the structure and content of the 9 Guiding Principles, the new Self-Assessment tool, and the Action Plan, and how these tools can be used to support continuous quality improvement in your organization.

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Voices for the Field: Resources for Navigating the Changing STEM Landscape
2026-05-28 13:00 - 14:00
In our 2025 Voices from the Field Program Survey, STEM practitioners across the country spoke clearly: funding uncertainty and shifting equity policies are significant challenges facing our community today. Join NGCP for this strategic session to stay informed of these issues and gain the resources and actionable insights needed to navigate the complex landscape.
Our survey findings reported that while about half of organizations felt secure in continuing their STEM equity work, a significant portion (41%) expressed deep concerns about the future due to unstable funding and changing diversity-related policies. Since then, there have been many real consequences: many programs lost funding, leading to reduced services, staff layoffs, and a limited capacity to serve youth.
This virtual gathering is part of our commitment to sustaining the momentum of STEM equity and providing practitioners with the information they need to thrive. Join NGCP for this webinar to learn about emerging funding sources, critical policy updates, and effective strategies to support programs and educators. Together, we will bridge the gap between national policy and local impact, ensuring that the field remains resilient and connected.
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Supporting Indian Tribal Organizations to Expand Summer EBT Access
2026-05-28 13:00 - 14:00
The Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (Summer EBT) Program is a permanent, federally funded program that helps families access the nutrition they need during the summer months. Both Indian Tribal Organizations (ITOs) and states have successfully operated this program for the past two years, but not every entity eligible to administer the program has opted in. Join FRAC and the Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative to discuss a new resource that examines Summer EBT from an ITO lens, including who is eligible to operate, the benefits of ITO-operated Summer EBT programs, the challenges faced by ITOs, and what supports could be provided to expand participation.

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Lunch and Learn: Get in the Game: Telling Your Unique Story to Stand Out and Win Funds
2026-06-02 11:30 - 12:30
Programs Presented by Laurel Meister Schmuck, The Grant Plant, Inc.
In this imaginative, gamified session, participants will work side-by-side to explore fundraising strategies to grow out-of-school time programs, via brainstorming and storytelling activities, small group discussions, and a Shark Tank-style pitch competition using cards to represent different funder profiles.

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The STEM Talk | Your 30-Minute, Monthly STEM Pulse Check
2026-06-04 10:00 - 11:00
The STEM Talk | Episode 14: Strategic Signals
The federal landscape is sending clear signals — and STEM leaders need to be ready to act. Join us for the latest federal policy updates, a deep dive on emerging ED and Department of Labor solicitations, plus an exclusive preview of new research on career-connected learning ahead of its official release.
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Explora: Get Charged Up
2026-06-09 09:30 - 11:30
Get Charged Up!

June 9
9:30 am – 11:30 am
Virtual – Zoom link sent the day before
Professional Development Workshop for educators, early childhood teachers, librarians, and out-of-school time staff.
Get charged up about electricity! We’ll integrate literature and use balloons, tissue paper, hobby motors, and pool noodles to explore and play with static electricity and basic circuits. Use what you discover to make your own scribble bot that wiggles and draws on paper. Ideas you can immediately use with your students.
Register by June 2 for kit pick up or shipment for first 20 registrants. Share a login and kit of materials!
Please contact Explora with questions – education@explora.us
This workshop is funded with the support of NMAEYC and offered at no cost to participants.

This professional development workshop is intended for adults and requires collaboration amongst peers. We encourage interested classrooms to inquire about our virtual and in-person program offerings found in the Explora Program Guide or email reservations@explora.us.
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