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NJSACC Celebrates German American Heritage Month. You can too. German American Heritage Month celebrates and recognizes the contributions German Americans have made to American society and culture. 12 German Women Who Influenced the World 15 Christmas Traditions Only Germans Will Understand Germany: Interesting Facts for Kids National German American Day Visit a Real German Fairy…

So far this month Mizzen launched back-to-(after)school season with welcoming games and icebreakers, then dove into team-builders that encourage youth to make new friends and build a sense of community. Now, they turn their attention to academic enrichment. This week  features four fun, hands-on activities that invite students to continue creating strong connections with their…

Are you interested in better understanding and addressing the unique needs of special populations in out-of-school time (OST)? Would you like to learn how to expand support systems to create welcoming, inclusive, and equitable environments? Join our presentation and interactive discussion on Thursday, September 26 from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. ET. Presenters from the Office of Child…

Mizzen broke the ice last week with team-building games that welcome youth back to (after)school. This week, let’s keep forming, storming, norming—and creating strong, connected peer groups! Enjoy these community-building activities by Mizzen Education, !Mpact Players, Jazz at Lincoln Center, and OregonASK. Bonus: you can take any of these outdoors, to enjoy a sparkling fall…

1. Open Conversations 2. Establish Predictable Routines 3. Foster Self-Advocacy 4. Review the IEP 5. Connect with Educators and Program Staff 6. Celebrate Successes 7. Build a Support Network   See The Full Post Here

NJSACC is Now Offering Targeted Technical Assistance (TTA) Scholarships – apply now! NJSACC has been successfully offering Targeted Technical Assistance (TTA) scholarships to licensed and subsidized programs in the state. Participants will have  – Cost-free monthly one-on-one coaching – NJSACC annual conference one-day pass – Professional development opportunities  & much more. For more information contact…

LEAs have until September 30, 2024 to obligate the ESSER III (ARP ESSER) funds allocated by the state. Act now to encumber ESSER FUNDS & Invest in Programming & Activities 5 Things to use the ESSER III Set Aside for: 1 Support Social, Emotional and Mental Health: Purchase training for staff and/or curricula to support…

NJSACC Celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month. You can too. National Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates and recognizes the contributions Hispanic Americans have made to American society and culture and to honor five of our Central American neighbors who celebrate their Independence days in September. Top National Hispanic Heritage Month Resources: 4 Crafts for National Hispanic Heritage…

August: Back To School Month ACRES Coaching: Asking Purposeful Questions Mondays: 9/9, 9/23, and 10/7/2024 at 1:00- 3:00 PM EST / 10:00 AM – Noon PST Questions begin a path toward discovery, imagination, and STEM exploration. How can we help youth expand and clarify their thinking and develop their reasoning through the questions we ask…

But before we dive in, let’s quickly recap the full 10-lesson Learn Fresh module. Just like pro ball, NBA Math Hoops on Mizzen opens with preseason (Lessons 1-3), where you’ll find every resource to get your students game-ready and help them build their roster. In midseason (Lessons 4-7, and optionally 8), you’ll engage youth in…