The Kansas Enrichment Network Joins NAA as a New Affiliate!

by | January 15, 2025 | Advocacy | 0 Comments

The National AfterSchool Association (NAA) is proud to announce the Kansas Enrichment Network (KEN) as its newest affiliate! This partnership reflects a shared dedication to advancing the afterschool and out-of-school time (OST) profession and strengthening programs...
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Meet Kansas’s Million Girls Moonshot Flight Crew Representative

by | February 7, 2024 | Advocacy | 0 Comments

Olathe, Kansas 8th Grader is selected as one of 51 Youth Representing 50 States to Champion STEM Learning as Part of the STEM Next Opportunity Fund’s Million Girls Moonshot Flight Crew Youth ambassador program gives young leaders the skills to advance the national...
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We work to ensure that all Kansas youth

have access to safe, affordable, and high-quality out-of-school time learning

We highlight the importance of…

STEM EDUCATION

Building skills and engaging students through hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math initiatives

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

Preparing youth for the rapidly changing demands and skills sets required for 21st century careers

YOUTH VOICE

Helping youth become leaders, speak out, and form a collective voice for positive change and community action

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