Fountain of Youth
Ever heard of a hydra? Somewhere in the back of my mind I remembered studying this in biology. Hydra's were always interesting because you could multiply them quite easily. All…
Ever heard of a hydra? Somewhere in the back of my mind I remembered studying this in biology. Hydra's were always interesting because you could multiply them quite easily. All…
This professional development text aims to help directors and staff to create healthier learning environments for children and youth in after-school programs.
Bringing Yourself to Work: A Guide to Successful Staff Development in After-School Programs outlines the support and skills needed by staff to increase self-awareness, sustain healthy relationships and improve group dynamic.
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New poll finds overwhelming support for increasing investments in services that support children’s health, nutrition and well-being A national public opinion poll released today by the Children’s Leadership Council finds…
Election Day in the US is the Tuesday following the first Monday in November, which means that it can fall on or between November 2 and November 8 (but not on…
This is the fourth of a biweekly series about “The Business of Before and After School.” Look for other posts on this topic by selecting Business from the category list below right.
Managing for the long-term success of before and afterschool programs requires many elements, some of which are accomplished on a daily basis and others only after years of purposeful ground work have been completed. Developing a deep pool of candidates or a strong flow from an incoming “Staff Ladder” to meet your programs ongoing staffing needs, falls into the latter category, and can be a great contribution from an administrator to an organization’s long-term health. (more…)
Governor Dannel P. Malloy yesterday announced that nearly $4 million in funding for before and after-school programs in low-performing, high-poverty schools are being awarded around the state, in addition to over…
President and co-founder of the Praxis Institute for Early Childhood, Debra Ren-Etta, brings you Learning to Lead, Effective Leadership Skills for Teachers of Young Children. A book written for early childhood teachers at all levels.
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New Household Survey: Support Among Parents is Strong
But Unmet Demand for Afterschool Programs in the State is High
Connecticut is failing to keep pace with the rest of New England and the nation on participation in afterschool, according to a new household survey commissioned by the Afterschool Alliance. The 2014 edition of America After 3PM found that demand for afterschool programs in Connecticut far exceeds supply; the number of children in Connecticut who (more…)
…these are just some of the words to describe the three book series by Janice VanCleave. A former science teacher, VanCleave is the award winning author of 26 educational activity books. (more…)
Classroom Newspaper Subscription Grants from USA TODAY Deadline: Rolling On a rolling basis, the USA TODAY Charitable Foundation awards teachers digital and print subscriptions to USA TODAY. Currently, the foundation…