This is your weekly newsletter featuring program spotlights, innovative resources, and training opportunities for the out-of-school-time industry in Florida. Together, we can ensure all children and youth in Florida have access to affordable, available, high-quality expanded learning opportunities to foster their success in school and beyond. | |
Another boost: Immokalee Foundation receives grant for Career Pathways program | The Immokalee Foundation has worked tirelessly to change the lives of the Immokalee community with a focus on education, career and life skills. | | | | |
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New survey finds that most U.S. public schools offer afterschool programs, but staffing and funding challenges limit access | The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), the statistical branch within the U.S. Department of Education’s Institute of Educational Sciences (IES), recently released findings from its School Pulse Panel (SPP). | | | | |
World acclaimed golfer from Central Florida hosting golf clinics for youth | Long Drive World Champion Maurice Allen and an army of volunteers have been teaching a six-week youth golf clinic series to youth. | | | |  |
Alex Rodriguez holds holiday gift giveaway at Boys & Girls Club in Miami | Former Major League Baseball superstar Alex Rodriguez is once again helping spread holiday cheer in South Florida. On Tuesday, Rodriguez’s A-Rod Corp teamed up with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade and held a holiday gift giveaway. | | | | |
Florida Virtual School and National Center For Simulation partner to transform STEM education with cutting-edge simulation training | This initiative will provide FLVS students enrolled in the full time option with virtual tools like augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), 3D printers, robotics, and various simulators, allowing students in the online learning environment to become more confident in STEM and develop problem-solving skills. | | | | |
From 'total chaos' to C school, C.A. Weis is leading the way for Community Partnership Schools | C.A. Weis was an F school not long ago. Since becoming a Community Partnership School in 2015, the elementary has made tremendous academic gains. | | | | |
Why the 'Y' became so much more: Matt Mitchell's college gig turned into a career and a passion - Tampa Bay Business & Wealth | Matt Mitchell began his journey with the YMCA as a college student working as a wellness attendant in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. | | | | |
LEARNING FROM OTHERS: New My Place Teen Center in Biddeford aims to nurture and support local teens year-round | The program originated in Westbrook and has been helping teens since 1998. After years of planning and funding, the new location off Bacon Street in Biddeford will allow the group to help thousands more. | | | | |
STEM Peer Learning Community Mini-Grant | We are recruiting ten afterschool professionals to participate in the next Florida STEM Peer Learning Community (PLC) through the Million Girls Moonshot Initiative. Selected individuals will receive $500 to support their participation. | | | | |
Final Afterschool STEM Quarterly Research Review of 2024 - A focus on youth-led community impact | As 2024 comes to a close, we are delighted to share the winter edition of the Afterschool STEM Quarterly Research Review (ASQRR) with you! | | | | |
After$chool Funding: United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) | Afterschool and summer programs serve as essential partners in addressing food insecurity, particularly in rural, tribal, and low-income communities, ensuring young people are fed nutritious meals and snacks during the hours outside of school. The U.S. Department of Agriculture is a federal agency that promotes nutrition and food security for American families by partnering with school and community sponsors, like out-of-school time programs, to administer meals. | | | | |
Florida program will send struggling readers free books to boost literacy | Forty-seven percent of third to tenth graders in Florida read below grade level. | | | | |
Don't Procrastinate on Filling Out the 2025-26 FAFSA if You Need Money for College | Don't wait to fill out this financial aid form. Getting an early start can help maximize your award. | | | | |
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ACRES Monthly Math Taster Events: Numeracy in Nature
Webinar: Thursday, December 19 from 1PM-2PM
| ACRES (Afterschool Coaching for Reflective Educators in STEM) is excited to be offering monthly Math Tasters! December's session, Numeracy in Nature, will focus on ways to use natural materials to represent math problems, finding and understanding math in nature, and using math to investigate authentic outdoor math problems. You will gain access to a hub of resources to explore as well as activities you can use immediately. | | | |
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NAA: Promote digital learning in afterschool | Learn how to create or improve your messaging about digital learning in your program for different audiences so you can more effectively promote how your program incorporates digital learning and uses technology. | | | |
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Youth Mental Health First Aid Course | Youth Mental Health First Aid is a course for participants 18 years and older who want to learn how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who may be experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. This course is designed for adults who regularly interact with young people, including parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens. | | | |
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WATCH: Empowering Youth Through STEM & Civic Engagement: Tools for Educators in Out-of-School Time Programs | This session features insights from experts at the Collective for Youth Empowerment in STEM & Society (CYESS), Earth Force, and Teen Science Café Network, offering you practical tools and fresh ideas to engage older youth in innovative ways. | | | |
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Afterschool Virtual Resource Fair
Wednesday, February 26 at 11:30 AM
| Join us for a Virtual Resource Fair where you'll discover valuable tools, services, and partnerships to support your programs. Connect with vendors, explore new resources, and gain insights-all from the comfort of your home or office! | | | |
Celebrate yourself and others at NAA 2025 Convention from March 9-12, 2025 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee! Learn & Connect: Afterschool professionals will be recognized in their work and gain practical tips, proven strategies, and new ideas at NAA25. Every learning session values human connection and inspired learning. | | | |
REGISTRATION OPENS IN JANUARY | |
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