KYOSA Data Explorer

Core Findings

1. The supply of 21st Century Community Learning Center (21st CCLC) and Save the Children sites is at an all-time high. Strong, bipartisan support has led to record investment in the 21st Century Community Learning Centers program in recent years, translating into more afterschool and summer learning opportunities for Kentucky’s kids. Additionally, thanks to expanding philanthropic investment and multi-sector community partnerships, our fiscal sponsor, Save the Children, has been able to expand afterschool and summer learning opportunities for students and families in eastern Kentucky.
2. Too many children in high-poverty schools and districts are missing out. The federally funded 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) program remains the only public funding stream in Kentucky 100% dedicated to afterschool and summer learning. But, the total dollar amount the state receives is still far under the amount needed to operate a 21st CCLC in all schools with federal Title I programs. Currently, 83% of Title I schools in Kentucky do not have a 21st Century Community Learning Center grant.
3. Few providers offer programming during non-traditional hours. 45% of kids have a parent whose work schedule is considered non-traditional. Yet, in Kentucky, less than 1 in 5 licensed school-age child care providers report operating between 7 p.m. and 5 a.m. on weekdays or over the weekend.
4. Students from low-income households and rural communities are the least likely to have access. More non-fee-based programs are needed in rural areas, especially those with high rates of childhood poverty. Despite Save the Children’s impressive expansion during the pandemic, many low-income families in eastern Kentucky still do not have access to free afterschool and summer learning opportunities. Additionally, 15 counties do not have a single provider that serves Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) subsidy recipients over the age of 5.
5. Cost, quality, and transportation services are key, but not consistently reported or measured. Understanding OST access involves not only knowing how many programs operate in a given community or region, but also understanding other key factors like affordability, accessibility, and community needs. But, statewide information on program fees, transportation supports, and other programs services is difficult to come by.
6. More complete data are needed! OST programs help working parents keep their jobs, but current information gaps make it difficult for families to understand the complete range of options available to them. Good data also helps policymakers identify critical needs and allocate scarce resources.

Resources

View publications, graphics, and other resources based the 2022 release of the KYOSA Data Explorer, and help make the case for expanding access to high-quality afterschool and summer learning opportunities for K-12 students in your community.

Social Media Graphics

Other Resources

• Social Media Toolkit
• KY After 3PM Briefing Slide Deck (10-20-22)