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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 READINGWe are introducing our newest resource –The Network Afterschool Helpline!
CONTINUE READINGThe National Conference of State Legislators is sharing one of their newer relaunched features which is called The American Democracy Game. This game is meant to be a way for children in middle school to put themselves in shoes of a lawmaker and find out what it is like to deal with public policy issues.
CONTINUE READINGMask Break Bags As the 20/21 school year started, I reflected on our 2020 summer program. I am thankful that I made it through camp without showing any COVID19 symptoms. You could say it was a matter of luck because (unfortunately) several summer programs we heard about in the news were not as lucky, but […]
CONTINUE READINGIntroducing, the CT After School Network’s Challenge Tuesdays, in a belief that one of the most important things we can give to ourselves and the children in our lives is the gift of ‘a little something to look forward to’.
CONTINUE READINGAs we look forward to the coming school year we know that providing our staff and the children in our programs with clear guidance and structure is going to be the key to keeping everyone safe. Verbal cues and discussion will be helpful but clear visuals will be key in helping everyone succeed. The following […]
CONTINUE READINGI’m probably preaching to the choir, but there are some unsung heroes in our midst that deserve some recognition. In March when Connecticut went virtual, some afterschool professionals among us got to work preparing to open child care service for essential workers! Afterschool professionals are on the frontlines of this pandemic, allowing others (like doctors, […]
CONTINUE READINGI’m probably preaching to the choir, but there are some unsung heroes in our midst that deserve some recognition. In March when Connecticut went virtual, some afterschool professionals among us got to work preparing to open child care service for essential workers! Afterschool professionals are on the frontlines of this pandemic, allowing others (like doctors, […]
CONTINUE READINGThe Summer Activity Guides are a suite of fun and engaging activities and challenges designed specifically for this atypical summer.
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