Join us this Friday, February 14, for our first Afterschool Policy Pulse! Every second Friday at noon ET, our own 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 […]
Excited about 3D printers but not sure where to start? Join us for 3D printing basics and how to print parts for Sphero robots. Take away ideas and activities you can immediately use with your students. Register Tuesday February 18, 2025 4 pm - 6 pm Explora 1701 Mountain Rd NW ABQ, NM 87104 Registration […]
Physical activity has the power to unlock transformative benefits for young people—fostering connections with peers and caring mentors, improving mental health and mood, boosting academic performance, and promoting healthy lifestyles. Out-of-school time programs that incorporate sports are uniquely positioned to create supportive environments where youth can grow, thrive, and realize their full potential. We invite […]
Join us for an info session on the Youth as Solutions – Peacemaking Cohort! The Youth as Solutions – Peacemaking Cohort empowers young leaders in grades 6-12 to take action on issues of conflict resolution, community building, and building peace in their schools and communities. Leadership teams, alongside an adult mentor, will engage in a guided service-learning […]
Looking for innovative ways to keep your students engaged and learning outside of the classroom? In this dynamic webinar, we’ll explore practical, fun, and effective activities designed to maximize students’ out-of-school time. You’ll discover a variety of creative ideas that encourage learning through play, problem-solving, and hands-on experiences, all while fostering curiosity and critical thinking. […]
Serving kid-friendly, high-quality meals is a key strategy for attracting children to summer meals sites and encouraging participation all summer long. Join this webinar to hear from speakers about developing strong menus, as well as opportunities to reduce food waste and boost quality and appeal. Register
Combining colors can yield surprising results. What happens when you mix pigments? What happens when you mix colored light? Learn to use chromatography to separate colors and find the hidden colors in everyday objects such as markers and coated candies. Ideas you can immediately use with your students! Register here *Zoom link sent day before* […]
YEI Power Hours are hosted by Young Entrepreneur Institute, where we believe every child should understand and experience entrepreneurship. Learn more about our programs at www.youngentrepreneurinstitute.org. Our next Educator Power Hour, Leadership, is Wednesday, February 26th at 4 PM Eastern / 3 PM Central. Register by filling out the form. Contact echois@us.edu with any questions. Register
Join us for an info session on the Youth as Solutions – Peacemaking Cohort! The Youth as Solutions – Peacemaking Cohort empowers young leaders in grades 6-12 to take action on issues of conflict resolution, community building, and building peace in their schools and communities. Leadership teams, alongside an adult mentor, will engage in a guided service-learning […]
Join Big Thought Institute, Afterschool Alliance, Mizzen Education, AIR and Rebecca Goldberg Consulting for the second webinar in a series. The conversation will delve deeper into both research and practice around the preparation and support of the OST field’s workforce, highlighting insights from The Power of Us Workforce Survey and the importance of relationships, mentoring, identity formation, the value of lived experiences, and collaboration. […]
