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Keeping Current to Get Ahead: Paper Airplane Race Day

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Post published:May 19, 2026
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We are quickly approaching the days when spring break has passed, Memorial Day seems far away, and everyone is looking forward to May flowers. The games that got you through…

FUN for the FIELD: The 4th Go aROUND

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Post published:March 12, 2026
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We’re gearing up for our 4th annual Fun for the Field Resource Fair, and this year we’re switching it up a bit! We’ve been listening to both Vendors and Afterschool…

Keeping Current to Get Ahead: Showing Your Love for Afterschool

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Post published:January 13, 2026
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In our field there are several times throughout the year that programs are able to highlight what is going on in their communities. Local stories, making local impact. Best practices…

Introducing the Mott Million Dollar Challenge: Where Bold Ideas Win Big

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Post published:January 8, 2026
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Kids and teens everywhere have world-changing ideas that deserve the spotlight! That’s why the Mott Million Dollar Challenge is going all-in on innovation and backing the next generation of genius.…

Early Start CT Expansion Request for Application (RFA) Endowment

Post author:Marla Berrios
Post published:December 10, 2025
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School-Age Funding Available! The Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC) announced today that a “Request of Application (RFA)” is open for programs across the state to apply for slots funded…

Simply STEM (December)

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Post published:December 15, 2023
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Welcome to this month’s Simply STEM activity! Today, we are making snow dough! This snow dough is supposed to mimic the look of real snow. Your students will be able…

Simply STEM (November)

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Post published:November 13, 2023
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Welcome to this month’s Simply STEM activity! Today, we are going to test how different liquids react with marshmallows! This fun and easy activity is perfect for your students to…

Building 3D Sandwiches & Color Collages

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Post published:November 1, 2023
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Two years ago, I created a YouTube video highlighting the playlist feature on the Mizzen app. The playlist “Art Projects for K-5th Grade at Home or in Small Groups” included…

Simply STEM (October)

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Post published:October 30, 2023
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Welcome to this month’s Simply STEM activity! Today, we are creating our own spiderweb! This activity is a fun and creative way to teach your students about how spiders catch…

Simply STEM (September)

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Post published:September 25, 2023
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Welcome to this month’s Simply STEM activity! Today, we are making paper leaf gliders! This fun hands-on activity will help your students understand concepts like aerodynamics and fine motor skills.…