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Looking for the Next Clark County Youth Mayor! | |
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NICRP is accepting applications for the Strong Start Clark County Youth Major.
Youth Mayor will give children the chance to learn about basic political and campaigning skills in a fun and engaging way while allowing them to interact with their community.
Applications are due on Friday, September 8th.
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Join NAN at this year's
Step Up for Kids
event at the Alexander Library on October 14th, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.
Take a quick survey below if you want to be involved as an informational table, as a co-supporter or a co-sponsor, or volunteer at this event.
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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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Join the Techbridge Girls Information Sessions to learn more about our program offering for this Fall! Each of our services equips educators with gender- and culturally-responsive teaching tools and full program kitting materials to support youth persistence in STEM and expose girls to BIPOC peers and role models from STEM fields. Participation includes educator training, all materials and a stipend.
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Application Deadline: September 6th | | |
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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.
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Start planning early for your program’s Lights On Afterschool event in 2023!
Not sure where to start? Check out these resources.
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Lights on Afterschool 101 Webinar
Whether this is your first Lights On Afterschool or your 24th, join us for this webinar to inspire you to get the most out of your event! Speakers will include afterschool program leaders who will share advice and their experiences holding Lights On Afterschool events, along with Afterschool Alliance event experts.
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September 7th
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Are you and your team looking for new and innovative ways to raise student engagement in your OST Program? Join our conversation with Annette Phillips from the National Inventors' Hall of Fame about how free choice, problem- solving, and student-driven learning create purposeful collaboration in your programs! | |
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In this interactive training with Gregin Doxsee from Spark Training Solutions, as 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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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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OST: Constructing Strong Relationships with Parents as Partners
Virtual - Wednesday, September 6th - 5:30 - 6:30 pm
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Empowering and Engaging Staff
Virtual - Monday, September 11th - 5:30 - 7:00 pm
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OST: Bits and Bolts of Afterschool Program Management
Virtual - Wednesday, September 13th - 5:30 - 7:00 pm
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Out of School Time: Asking and Doing (Inquiry and Experiential Learning)
Virtual - Wednesday, September 27th - 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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NSLA's Summer Learning Summit | |
Conference is held October 9th-11th in Washington D.C!
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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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Nevada Out-Of-School Time Program Quality Toolkit
We invite you to use this new Self-Assessment toolkit and reach back to us for Questions, comments, & suggestions.
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Setting the Stage: Practical Ideas for Implementing High-Quality Afterschool Art Programs
| Afterschool programs looking to add high-quality arts learning to their programming might do well to keep three practices in mind: Employ professional teaching artists, Provide current, high-quality equipment, Create dedicated art spaces that welcome and inspire. These practices are essential to enriching arts experiences that engage young people. | | |
Navigating SEL From Inside Out: A Practical Resource for Schools and OST Providers- Middle & High School Focus | |
The field of social and emotional learning (SEL) is rapidly expanding, as evidence emerges that social and emotional skills have a positive impact on learning and life outcomes. This guide to evidence-based SEL programs provides detailed information on 18 middle and high school programs, encompassing curricular content and program
highlights.
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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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Website: www.nevadaafterschool.org
Email: NAN@unlv.edu
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