Posts about After School Advocacy
4 Ways to Support Afterschool Programs During COVID-19
Schools have most of the necessary tools, resources, and staff to reopen safely and meet students’ needs. However, many after-school programs face different circumstances, and they will need additional support as they reopen after COVID-19 closures.
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Social-Emotional Effects of COVID-19 on Children and Adolescents
We may not yet fully understand the pandemic’s long-term mental health effects on children, but this is an opportunity to begin addressing their social-emotional needs and to continue promoting healthy development, even in the midst of a global crisis.
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5 Soft Skills That Every Future Entrepreneur Needs
Today’s students aren’t interested in landing the best jobs - they’re creating them. In fact, a 2011 Gallup Student Poll shows that many children ages 5-12 have entrepreneurial aspirations.
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5 Resources to Improve PD Opportunities in Your Afterschool Program
The quality of afterschool programming has improved significantly in the past few years. This is partly due to valuable research, funding opportunities and the support of leaders, professionals and advocates in the field.
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Creating a Social Contract to Foster Social Responsibility in Afterschool
Need a way to manage your afterschool program that even your students will enjoy? Try creating a social contract.
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4 Tips to Teach the Value of Giving Back
‘Tis the season of giving! And it’s also the perfect time to teach students the importance of community service and giving back. Volunteering can help students develop into compassionate, socially-conscious citizens, while fostering a lifelong commitment to serving others in need.
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Learning Beyond the Classroom- 4 Field Trip Ideas for Students
An occasional field trip is a must-have in any learning environment. For students, it’s a nice break in routine and an adventure that helps them discover new things.
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Thanksgiving: The Perfect Holiday for Gratitude and Service
Thanksgiving is a tradition-filled day that kicks off the end-of-year holiday season of shopping, decorating, exchanging gifts and, hopefully, charitable giving.
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5 Tips For Fostering Positive Behavior In Learning Spaces
When working with children, you’re sure to encounter difficult behavior from time to time.
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4 Afterschool Organizations That Champion Inclusion for All
When the bell rings at the end of the school day, 10.2 million children file into afterschool programs to participate in fun and enriching learning experiences.
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