The Wallace Foundation has posted a very important study on the effects of voluntary district run summer learning programs on low-income urban youth. The study incorporated five school districts—Boston; Dallas; Duval…
The definition of bullying is, "the use of superior strength or influence to intimidate (someone), typically to force him or her to do what one wants". Based on this definition…
Did you know that Connecticut sent 55 winning students from the Connecticut Invention Convention to the National Convention and tied with Ohio for the most awards received? Makes you proud. …
With an estimated 10 million students currently enrolled in out-of-school-time (OST) programs, providing high quality experiences is essential for the well-being of participants. According to the Grantmakers for Education’s Funders’…
Fathers make important contributions to their kids' development---and do so in ways that are different from mother's contributions. Fathers are more likely to use advanced language around young kids, which…
For kids, few moments in life are more glorious than the end of the school year and the start of summer vacation. Hooray! Three whole months of sweet freedom! But…
How would our communities look, feel and achieve differently if every child, not just those with means, had a place to eat and a way to keep learning over the…
5 Ways to Build Strong Relationships in a Fast Paced Culture Family engagement has a life-long impact on the lives of children and comes in many forms. As professionals in…
The 2016 Lights On Afterschool Poster contest is OPEN! This is a great opportunity for an afterschool program to gain national recognition for the opportunities it offers. The winning design will…
Celebrate Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week April 25-29! #heartofafterschool Afterschool programs make a difference in the life of a child. Afterschool programs offer youth opportunities for enhanced education. At the…