New Jersey’s Afterschool and Out-of-School Time (OST) Professional Network promotes and supports the development, continuity, and expansion of out-of-school time programs.
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- Urgent News: Funding Withheld
🚨 Advocacy Alert: NJ’s Afterschool & Summer Programs at Risk Due to Federal Delay Advocacy Toolkit We want to share an urgent update that directly impacts thousands of NJ students, families, and the dedicated staff who run our afterschool and summer learning programs. The federal government is currently withholding funding for the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) — a critical program that keeps students safe, engaged, and supported outside regular… - Today Is The Day
🎆 Reflecting on Independence: Afterschool and the American Spirit As we celebrate the Fourth of July, we’re reminded that independence is not just a historical milestone—it’s a shared value we nurture every day. In afterschool programs across the country, young people are exploring their voices, building confidence, and learning how to contribute meaningfully to their communities. This holiday offers a chance to reflect on the freedoms we enjoy and the responsibilities we carry to ensure… - Breaking News: Local OST Funds on Hold
🚨 Funding Withholding Threatens 10,000 Afterschool and Summer Programs Nationwide Take Action Now! Breaking News: States will not receive their allotted funding for local afterschool and summer programs as expected on July 1. The move could immediately impact summer and afterschool programs funded by a 21st Century Community Learning Center grant for the 2025-2026 school year. A critical funding delay from the federal government is putting more than 10,000 local afterschool and summer programs—and the…