Kentucky Out-of-School Alliance
... because learning does not end at 3:00 p.m.
High-quality summer programs can be the great equalizer, as these programs support academic, social, and emotional learning and development for school-age children in safe and supportive environments. Research has shown that children from lower income households are more likely to experience summer learning loss than their more affluent peers. These inequities have been exacerbated by […]
The benefits of social-emotional learning (SEL) can be greater when children experience SEL throughout their day and across home, school, and out-of-school time environments. In this session, participants will learn about SEL and get practical tips for choosing their SEL strategy and involving school partners and families to support students’ personal and academic success. Leaders […]
Life is messy and your child doesn’t always deal with clear-cut problems. Join Technovation to learn about the Engineering Design Process and how this framework can help anybody approach all sorts of complex problems both within STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) and out. In this session we will focus on the different steps of […]
Summer learning and enrichment is an evidence-based approach to academic growth and social-emotional development and a critical post-pandemic educational strategy. Yet launching or expanding summer programming requires districts to possess certain resources, knowledge, and skills that may be new to them or not fully developed. This 90-minute session will feature a robust conversation with national […]
THIS FREE, VIRTUAL CONFERENCE IS INTENDED FOR STUDENTS, FAMILIES, EDUCATORS, AND PROVIDERS. JOIN US AS WE EXPLORE WAYS TO WORK TOGETHER TO SUPPORT STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES TO REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL.
April 25 - 29, 2022 Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week is a time to recognize, appreciate and advocate for those who work with young people during out-of-school hours. The week is marked by celebrations and public relations efforts encouraging appreciation and support for all the afterschool professionals who make a profound difference in the lives of […]
The Rural Child Hunger Summit will highlight best practices to address rural child hunger and convene partners to collaborate on innovative solutions. Sessions will focus on unpacking the latest research, promising policy solutions, and the role schools, community-based organizations and local leaders as partners in the fight to end hunger in rural communities.
Join Every Hour Counts on May 4 to strategize with peers about how to collect, analyze, and use data to advance racial equity and drive continuous improvement in your community. Jumpstart progress as you: Engage in carefully curated sessions that highlight effective strategies and offer solutions to common data challenges; Build your capacity to capture, […]
As most Congressional offices are only accepting virtual meetings, the Afterschool Alliance is holding a series of virtual advocacy events over the week of May 16 to make the case for sustained investments in afterschool and summer. Virtual advocacy events: Federal Opportunities for Afterschool Briefing (Tuesday, May 17, 3 - 4:30 pm ET): Join us […]
The right communication strategy to engage funders and stakeholders, coupled with the power of in-person events, can have a significant impact on your programs and your community. In this webinar, Damon Johnson, Kris Murray, and Sasha Trosch will walk you through the game winning strategy to: Match up your program to potential funders Communicate about […]
KYOSA and Learning Blade are proud to present a monthly webinar series. Use this link to sign up for one or more of the upcoming monthly webinars focusing on transformative practices in education. Wednesday, January 19- STEM Pathways and Transitions Wednesday, February 16- Equity and Inclusion in STEM Wednesday, March 16- Engineering Mindsets Wednesday, April […]
Apprenticeships are gaining momentum in out-of-school time (OST) as an alternate career pathway that supports equity in the workforce while helping to address current challenges in recruiting and retaining program staff. Apprenticeships are industry-driven career pathways that combine classroom instruction, on-the-job training (i.e., paid work experience), and mentorship, generally leading to a nationally recognized credential or […]