At the end of 2022, we thought it was important to reflect and recognize the growth that our network has experienced over the past three years and talk about the amazing future that lies … [Read more...] about KYOSA Prepares for Phase 2.0 Moving Into 2023
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Nominations for NAA’s Next Generation of Afterschool Leaders are live!
NAA's Next Generation of Afterschool Leaders identifies young leaders and recognizes and cultivates the talent of afterschool champions who have the potential to influence the field of … [Read more...] about Nominations for NAA’s Next Generation of Afterschool Leaders are live!
KYOSA Announces Members of Kentucky Afterschool Ambassador Program
The Kentucky Out-of-School Alliance (KYOSA), a community of professionals and advocates dedicated to creating exceptional out-of-school programs for every student in Kentucky, has announced the … [Read more...] about KYOSA Announces Members of Kentucky Afterschool Ambassador Program
Over 100 events taking place this week across Kentucky to celebrate Lights On Afterschool 2022
The 2022 celebration of Lights On Afterschool is this week on Thursday, October 20 and Governor Andy Beshear has made it official in Kentucky! As of last Thursday (one week out), we have received … [Read more...] about Over 100 events taking place this week across Kentucky to celebrate Lights On Afterschool 2022
Stephanie Barker, KYOSA Coordinator, receives White-Riley-Peterson Policy Fellowship
The White-Riley-Peterson Policy (WRP) Fellowship creates opportunities for a nationwide network of leaders to harness their collective expertise to expand and improve afterschool and summer learning … [Read more...] about Stephanie Barker, KYOSA Coordinator, receives White-Riley-Peterson Policy Fellowship
Monthly Media Roundup: July 2022
The “Monthly Media Roundup” is a curated list of news stories we’ve put together for the Kentucky out-of-school time (OST) community that have appeared in national and local media outlets over the … [Read more...] about Monthly Media Roundup: July 2022
Division of Child Care announces another CCAP income guideline increase
On July 1, 2022, the CCAP (Child Care Assistance Program) income guidelines increased from 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG) to 85% of the State Median Income (SMI). This change applies to … [Read more...] about Division of Child Care announces another CCAP income guideline increase
Waitlists grow while Kentucky’s summer programs struggle with staffing challenges
Throughout the pandemic, the Afterschool Alliance has been tracking the ways in which COVID-19 is impacting afterschool and summer learning providers. In their most recent survey, the seventh wave of … [Read more...] about Waitlists grow while Kentucky’s summer programs struggle with staffing challenges
Statewide summer wellness campaign promotes healthy habits for students
(LOUISVILLE, KY) – Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky (FHKY) and the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) launched today a new public service campaign informing Kentucky students in grades K-12 … [Read more...] about Statewide summer wellness campaign promotes healthy habits for students
Monthly Media Roundup: June 2022
The “Monthly Media Roundup” is a curated list of news stories we've put together for the Kentucky out-of-school time (OST) community that have appeared in national and local media outlets over the … [Read more...] about Monthly Media Roundup: June 2022
Child Care Assistance Program FAQs for families with school-age children
With the cost of child care, like everything else, soaring to new heights over the last couple years, families across Kentucky are struggling to afford child care. But, just because a child is old … [Read more...] about Child Care Assistance Program FAQs for families with school-age children