“Afterschool programs have significant potential to help young people find their spark and prepare for success in school today and jobs tomorrow.”

— John Wilson, Fmr. Kansas State Representative

“My son was struggling academically and socially before attending afterschool programs. He is now a young leader and mentor to younger students in the program and raised his math and science grades.”

— Marcia Pomeroy, Director, Office of Cultural Enhancement and Diversity, K-12 Initiative, University of Kansas Medical Center

“The after school program has provided a place for my kids to not only to see that math, reading, English, science, and geography are important, but to also see that learning life skills like leadership, community, commitment, hard work, and even cooking are equally as important.”

— Heather Arnold, Parent (Sublette’s Best, 21st CCLC Program)

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It's not too late to keep the #LightsOnAfterschool where you are! There’s so many creative ways to celebrate how #AfterschoolWorks in Kansas. Join the largest nationwide rally for afterschool with...
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We're ready to show the world how #AfterschoolWorks for Kansas kids! Join the 20th celebration of #LightsOnAfterschool: https://t.co/v1DSumXDOf https://t.co/YEebTdVn7Z
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The Kansas Enrichment Network is pleased to announce that @GovLauraKelly has proclaimed October 24, 2019 as Lights On Afterschool Day in Kansas. Keep the #LightsOnAfterschool this week to celebrate the...
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CPPR & @KS_Enrichment are shining bright for #LightsOnAfterschool! We're excited to join orgs across the country in celebrating Afterschool & Out-of-School programs that keep kids safe, inspire them to learn...
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Attending the 2019 Governor's Symposium on Early Childhood. The Kansas Enrichment Network, focused on Positive Youth Development, is proud to support Kansas kids and families. We are #AllinForKids #Kansas https://t.co/Rl1tVq4Ajm
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A pleasure to keynote the Kansas 21st Century Learning Center Conference in Wichita.
Thank you Christine Macy for help making it happen. You were my Power of One amongst The...
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What a great 21st CCLC Program Director Meeting! Thank you @drstephensroka https://t.co/GjkaleIYji
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A great day 2 at the 2019 Kansas 21st CCLC Program Director Meeting. #Afterschool4All #Kansas21CCLC #ThisIsAfterschool https://t.co/0ngtYsRcGY
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Becoming a trauma-informed school means recognizing students come to school with a variety of experiences, some of which will negatively affect their learning and behavior. @MindShiftKQED offers strategies schools can...
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Meaningful family engagement = student success. As part of the education continuum, afterschool & OST providers can help bridge parent & school relationships by improving their own engagement strategies. @GlobalFamilyResearchProject...
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With @Empatico, it is now possible to share your classroom with students from around the world. Learn how & earn a $50 gift card for your site by signing up...
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Even if you’re busy, you can be a part of #LightsOnAfterschool and inspire others to get involved by taking the #LightbulbChallenge. Post a photo of you, your program, your family...
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Afterschool programs for students with disabilities can help them transition to meaningful adult lives. Your program can incorporate 3 principles suggested by @NevadaPEP to support students with disabilities.
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We're ready to show the world how #AfterschoolWorks for our kids! Join the celebration at #LightsOnAfterschool: https://t.co/v1DSumXDOf https://t.co/QP1OzuecAm
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Want to know how you can help keep the #LightsOnAfterschool? Participate in an event—or host your own!—this Oct. 24: https://t.co/v1DSumXDOf https://t.co/WtCfFZbh9Q
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Meaningful family engagement is one of the greatest indicators of student success. As part of the education continuum, afterschool providers can help bridge parent & school relationships.
Follow the playbook...
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Get ready - #LightsOnAfterschool is October 24. Need ideas to help you plan your event? Visit @afterschool4all to start coordinating your event today.
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Learn about Empatico's new, free tool for programs to connect young people to peers all around the world in tomorrow's webinar: https://t.co/iW61yDlyUw https://t.co/mOYHiZdjqT
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Get ready to go #BacktoAfterschool! Check out our In My Community page to start your afterschool search with over 8,000 afterschool programs that celebrated #LightsOnAfterschool across the country last year....
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It is not too late to participate in @4H National Youth Science Day! Click to find out how you can help kids bring their passions to life through computer science....
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This blog from Measuring SEL highlights @NatlAfterSchool work and SEL to the Core, which provides resources to out-of-school time professionals.
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With the @MottFoundation, @YouthService will award $500 Afterschool Grants to support youth service or service-learning in afterschool programs. Any afterschool program in the U.S. that engages middle & high school...
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#LightsOnAfterschool, the national rally for afterschool, is around the corner! Make sure your event is registered: https://t.co/lHqxobjaVM https://t.co/MBSGUWzZIW
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5 steps to finding a quality afterschool program: https://t.co/fN49KRNWWa https://t.co/YUmc3GA6LW
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“Young people who engage in afterschool programs just two times a week were 20% less likely to use alcohol and 40% less likely to use marijuana.” -Thomas Azzarella speaks to...
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Last month, the White House, Senate leadership, and House leadership announce an agreement to raise spending caps through FY2021, but the House proposed $100M increase to #21stCCLC funding may be...
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Access to high-quality afterschool programs keep our kids safe and engaged in their learning – giving
working parents piece of mind. That is why a majority of adults say that...
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Many #21stCCLC programs give students the opportunity to take their math & science skills beyond the classroom to experiment & interact with their environment. More #21stCCLC programs today means more...
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During the hours when kids are most at risk of engaging in risky behaviors, #21stCCLC afterschool programs provide kids a safe environment to further their learning. If safety matters, #AfterschoolMatters....
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Studies show that students who regularly participate in #21stCCLC afterschool programs improve
communication, collaboration, and teamwork – skills that are critical factors to success in college & the
workforce. Tell...
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