The Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) is a powerful tool in combatting childhood hunger by increasing students’ access to healthy school meals. CEP has been shown to strengthen food security, improve children’s diet, and bolster school meal participation, all while reducing administrative and operational burdens for school nutrition departments. The 2024-2025 school year saw significant increases […]
Join guest experts, Melissa Moritz (Alliance for Learning Innovation) and Jeff Weld (STEM Education Coalition), as we explore how federal policy translates into classroom impact. Drawing from their extensive experience spanning the White House, Department of Education, and frontline teaching, they discuss strategies for expanding access to high-quality STEM learning, building sustainable workforce pathways, and […]
Every second Friday at noon ET, 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. Register
Want to inspire teens in your community to explore STEM in a fun, social, and youth-led way? Apply now to become a Teen Science Café Fellow! This unique opportunity offers adult facilitators the training, support, and resources needed to launch their own Teen Science Café—monthly events where teens connect with STEM experts through snacks and […]
Join us on Wednesday, July 16 at 11 AM! We will officially launch LEAP and provide a walkthrough of what’s on the platform featuring Steve Stookey of Cypherworx. You’ll have a chance to see what our platform looks like, ask questions, and learn more about LEAP! Register: https://nmost.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=407861cba3183b6f2ea8f2b61&id=8df027ad43&e=ec641694ed
For over fifty years, the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) has provided funding to help cover the cost of nutritious snacks and meals served at eligible child care centers and family child care homes. Research shows that CACFP supports good nutrition and quality care in early care and education settings, yet the program […]
Science centers, libraries, zoos, aquariums, and so many other vibrant community anchors play a powerful role in sparking curiosity, nurturing interests, and supporting STEM engagement in addition to early literacy. Check out the Campaign for Grade Level Reading's upcoming webinar on July 28, 10:30-12pm MT, which will showcase these meaningful afterschool, summer, and other out-of-school […]
Use code, cardboard, and ingenuity to create fun, interactive experiences with an adorable robot ball called a Sphero! Register: https://forms.gle/93zYSrP7SVuu4kP77
Join us for activities exploring artificial intelligence for young learners. You’ll immediately be able to apply these ideas with your students! Register
Join FRAC to learn about the basics of the Afterschool Nutrition Programs and how these programs play a role in decreasing childhood food insecurity during the out-of-school time hours. Hear from an anti-hunger organization and a state partner on the role each can play in increasing access to these important programs. Register
