Apply here Afterschool Alliance grants for middle school ost programs Grant categories: $100,000 Level – Fifteen (15) 2-year, $100,000 grants ($50,000 per year) to support programs implementing strategies to improve young people’s educational attainment by reducing school absences and chronic absenteeism $20,000 Level – Fifteen (15) 1-year, $20,000 general operating grants to support programs that…
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Share Your Afterschool Story Every program has something to share and we want to hear your Afterschool and Out-of-School Time (OST) stories! We want to hear how your Afterschool or Summer program is making a difference in the lives of students and their families. Submit an article, media clip, or your own story (brief narrative)…
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check out this highlight from mizzen education! Crayola Creativity Week is back, bigger than ever, and Mizzen Education is proud to partner. Celebrate students’ “Imagination in Action” January 27th-February 2nd, 2025! Join educators across the country and around the world to celebrate the creativity of every young person! This year’s celebration features artists, actors, authors,…
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Did you know that January is National Human Trafficking Awareness Month? Since trafficking and child exploitation can happen anywhere to anyone, it is important for education professionals to first understand the basics: knowing how to recognize the warning signs and understanding prevention and intervention strategies. This webinar will share up-to-date information on: Warning signs of…
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We Love Afterschool! This Valentine’s Day, show your love to OST! This Valentine’s Day, share some of the reasons afterschool is close to your heart with your friends, family, and community. There are millions of reasons to love afterschool. Afterschool programs keep kids safe, inspire learning, and help working families. Tell the world why you,…
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NJSACC Celebrates Muslim-American Heritage Month. You can too. Muslim-American Heritage Month celebrates the contributions Muslim Americans have made to American history, society, and culture. Muslim-American Heritage Month Resources Muslim American Heritage Month Book for Adult, Kids and Teens NJSACC staff has taken full advantage of this opportunity to curate and compile a list of top…
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NJSACC Celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. You can too. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is a federal holiday in the United States, marking the birthday of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. It is observed on the third Monday of January each year. CHECK OUT SOME OF THESE MARTIN LUTHER KING,…
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💥 January Moonshot: Igniting Innovation in Afterschool Education Get ready to inspire young minds this quarter as we celebrate Engineers Week, Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day, and Pi Day! The STEM Next Asset Package is packed with opportunities, resources, and tools designed to spark curiosity and build a love for STEM. Featured Opportunities STEM Learning Journeys Powered…
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NJSACC celebrates the holidays with Governor Murphy and First Lady Murphy! Ebony Grace, CEO (pictured with spouse) and Tyneisha Gibbs, Director of Policy and Youth Advocacy were to invited to celebrate the holidays at the Governor’s Mansion at Drumthwacket, to represent NJSACC and our work to advocate for and serve the out-of-school time professionals of New Jersey! Governor and First…
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The Newark STEM Ecosystem is thrilled to host its 2nd annual Convening at NJIT on January 16th! This year’s theme, “STEM Connections: Building Bridges to Our Workforce,” highlights the importance of collaboration between education and industry in preparing students for successful futures in STEM. Serving Essex, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, Union, and Warren counties, Newark STEM focuses on initiatives that enhance college…
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