Week 3 In our Summer Enrichment program, I chose to read a chapter of L. Frank Baum’s Wizard of Oz to the children each day. During Chapter 1, the group was very interested in the cyclone. Several children had never heard of such a thing and were full of questions. This led to an afternoon full […]
CONTINUE READINGDid you know that the week of December 7th is Computer Science Week?
CONTINUE READINGWeek 1-Positive Outlook: Reflections
CONTINUE READINGMany things can contribute to happiness. Happiness in itself is a state of contentment, it is more long-lived than joy or pleasure. On the other hand happiness can increase joy or pleasure.
CONTINUE READINGWeek 1 There is no denying that the COVID-19 Pandemic has affected afterschool in a variety of ways; from scheduling and numbers to safety protocols to activities and interactions. It is very easy to focus on the negative effects, as COVID has seemingly thrown a big old virus-y wrench into the gears of the well-oiled […]
CONTINUE READINGIn these stressful times, people who work with kids and families are often the ones who are most likely to see mental health issues as they come up. The following are some strategies to help: Try to incorporate mental health time for your staff during these days in case people need time to process. Secondary […]
CONTINUE READINGCT STEM OST Provider Feature Girl Scouts of Connecticut is part of the national organization Girl Scouts of America. As one of the best known out of school time providers, active in Connecticut, and a long history building programs to support leadership, teamwork, and learning for girls, many of us are familiar with their programming. […]
CONTINUE READINGTogether we can change the world. One act of generosity at a time.
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