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We’re super excited to unveil our fresh, user-friendly design that’s all set to make your browsing experience even better!
Whether you’re part of an OST program, a state agency, a community stakeholder, or a family in Nevada, we’ve got you covered!
Dive in and explore!
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2024 NV AFTERCHOOL SHOWCASE | |
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Calling for applicants for the Power of Out-of-School Time (OST) Delegates Program!
The Power of OST Delegates Program offers those in the OST field the opportunity to enhance their professional skills and channel their passion by confidently and effectively advocating for OST (before school, afterschool, and summer access) for all Nevada's children and youth.
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Power of OST Delegates will:
• Participate in specialized trainings and workshops
• Connect with other OST professionals
• Establish relationships with decision-makers
• Participate in activities and promote policies that support OST programs
• Participate in OST outreach and awareness campaigns
| Application closes on 10/31/23 | |
OPPORTUNITIES FOR PROGRAMS AND YOUTH | | |
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$40,000 IN PRIZES FOR PROJECT BASED LEARNING
Autodesk Instructables wants to celebrate educators who are leading the way in project-based learning. Educators across the United States are invited to showcase their unique approach to project-based learning for the chance to win prizes!
DEADLINE: December 31, 2023.
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Celebrate the 24th Annual Lights On Afterschool on October 26, 2023!
Join OST programs nationwide this October in celebrating afterschool! Plan an event, showcase your program, and help speak out about the important role of OST programs in the lives of children, families, and communities.
We are currently 3 weeks away!
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Not sure where to start? Check out these resources.
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Tell us how you plan to celebrate! When you register your event as an official Lights On Afterschool celebration, you’ll receive an event starter kit, which includes 10 free posters to help you promote your event, and make you eligible for cool prizes each week. | | |
In this interactive training with Gregin Doxsee from Spark Training Solutions, she provides tips, tricks, and strategies that are designed to help your teams understand why and when challenging behaviors often occur and how to best respond to them. Learn how to create a culture of staff success in order to build and maintain cohesive teams for your youth. | |
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As Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion continue to be growing topics in programs, it is important to evaluate, educate and equip our students and staff who serve them. Meet Cynthia Townsend as she shares her tools and resources to develop a strengthened plan of action to advance cultural empathy in their organizations and among the youth they serve. | |
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NAN has partnered with The Children's Cabinet to offer free opportunities for professional development to OST professionals in Nevada! We hope you will take advantage of the following workshops this month and learn how you can keep providing the highest quality afterschool & OST programming!
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Out of School Time SET Everyday...Using Centers in Afterschool
Virtual - Wednesday, October 11th - 5:30 - 6:30 pm
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Out of School Time: Ready Set Go! SET in Afterschool
Virtual - Wednesday, October 18th - 5:30 - 6:30 pm
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Out of School Time: Building the Bridge...Using Collaboration and Partnership
Virtual - Wednesday, November 1st - 5:30 - 6:30 pm
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NAN continues to look for ways to support your professional development needs. Please visit our page to find all training opportunities available to afterschool and OST professionals like you!
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Access the recording of past webinars here.
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Check out our upcoming training calendar here.
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UPCOMING EVENTS & CONFERENCES | |
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Join NAN at this year’s Step Up for Kids event, hosted by NICRP. This nationwide initiative unites thousands in support of children and families. We focus on raising awareness about the challenges American children face, such as access to early care, after-school programs, poverty, child abuse and neglect, and healthcare. Your participation can make a real difference.
Let’s Step Up for Kids together with NAN!
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Unity Day for National Anti Bullying Day!
Unity Day is Wednesday, October 18, 2023! Wear and share orange to show you are united for kindness, acceptance and inclusion. #UnityEveryDay.
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National Afterschool Association 2024 | |
Find your All at NAA24 Convention from March 17-20, 2024 at the Hyatt Regency in Dallas, Texas! Find your people in a place where being authentic, brave, and curious is encouraged and supported. This is THE event that OST professionals come to for human connections, inspired learning and meaningful recognition. NAA sees you, so come… Be you, Be Here and Belong! | |
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A National Call to Action for Summer Learning: How Did States Respond? | |
High-quality, school district-run summer learning programs can increase student achievement and provide other benefits, research has shown. The report also offers insights into how state summer learning efforts that were launched as a response to the pandemic could have benefits beyond the health crisis. | |
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Mizzen by Mott inspires, engages, and sparks learning in young people. With activities from premier organizations like Jazz at Lincoln Center and powerful management tools, this new app can help you strengthen your afterschool program.
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Power Up Fitness
PowerUp Fitness is on a mission to empower youth through movement, education, and fun. Now, through Mizzen, its unique combination of physical activity and academic programming will be available to even more out-of-school time programs around the country. Your program can power up in any space and any place and without any special equipment with activities for grades Pre-K through 8th grade.
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Website: www.nevadaafterschool.org
Email: NAN@unlv.edu
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