Program-support

What is good classroom management? This workshop will teach you how to establish and sustain an orderly classroom environment. Participants will learn how to create an inclusive environment that fosters appropriate academic behavior and encourages student leadership. This workshop is designed for educators who want to be better prepared to support the needs of their […]

Lesson planning is foundational to good instruction. New staff and veterans alike may struggle with questions about what a quality lesson plan looks like. Join us in this session as we organize content, explore methods of lesson delivery and plan actual lessons together. School-Age Child Care training regulations satisfied: 3 Location: Remote. A link to the training […]

In this interactive workshop, participants will be introduced to a baseline understanding of after-school programming which includes key elements/concepts that can be used to improve program quality. Participants will learn best practices for classroom management, activity observations, compliance, and incident reporting. Participants will also develop a baseline understanding of how to work/engage students in various […]

Activities in this workshop will cover the Individualized Education Plan (IEP), the types of disability classifications, learning styles, and strategies that enhance an inclusive environment. We’ll also practice making accommodations together so you can best support a child with special needs in your program   School-Age Child Care training regulations satisfied: 3 Location: Remote. A […]

How do you assess learning? This workshop will teach you how to effectively evaluate if your students learned a topic and identify areas where they may need additional support. Participants will learn how to use different types of assessments to help measure learning in their classrooms. This workshop is designed for educators who want to be […]

Even with proactive and positive behavior management practices in place, conflict is bound to arise when working with youth. The ability to intervene in and resolve conflict effectively is critical to maintaining after-school spaces that are physically, mentally, and emotionally safe and empowering for youth participants. In this session, Youth Development Workers will explore the […]

Dear Directors, We are thrilled to be hosting our second directors convening of the 2022-2023 school year. Our topic is New Year, Reset and Refresh.   Stemming from our kickoff meeting in September, we hope to provide the time and space to allow for you all to guide conversations around important areas of after-school work, […]

Are you a Site Supervisor, Program Director, or nonprofit leader in the afterschool or education space? Do you and/or your organization struggle with growing or retaining quality staff? Do you want to improve your coaching and supervision skills or build management competencies to help you grow in your career? Don’t miss Coaching for Quality! In […]

Do you struggle to keep your middle school students engaged, focused, and on task in activities? Students are undergoing complex physical, emotional, and cognitive changes. For many youth, the middle school years are a wild ride, filled with insecurity, peer pressure, awkwardness, and world-rocking transitions. Learn why these years are challenging for youth workers and […]

Our students are forging their identities in a time of racial reckoning. We will read true, teen-written stories that serve as case studies and guides for how educators can continuously improve positive youth racial identity formation by creating justice-focused classrooms and schools. We will review the difference between race, racism, and internalized racism, as well […]

Even with proactive and positive behavior management practices in place, conflict is bound to arise when working with youth. The ability to intervene in and resolve conflict effectively is critical to maintaining after-school spaces that are physically, mentally, and emotionally safe and empowering for youth participants. In this session, Youth Development Workers will explore the […]

Engaging families is a practice critical to the success of the students in your program! In this workshop, participants will learn strategies for meaningfully engaging families at their program site. Featured strategies will include creating a welcoming environment, building relationships with families, communicating with families through a family newsletter, and hosting family learning nights. Participants […]