NJSACC Annual Conference Attended by 300 Afterschool Program Professionals The largest statewide conference for NJ afterschool and out-of-school time professionals celebrated the state’s success in afterschool, S.T.E.A.M, and Expanded learning NJSACC, the nonprofit organization serving New Jersey’s afterschool and out-of-school time (OST) professional community, held its annual conference April 26-27, 2024, featuring over 40 workshops…
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ACRES Coaching: Asking Purposeful Questions Wednesdays: 5/8, 5/22, and 5/14/2024 2:00 – 4:00pm EST / 11:00am – 1:00pm 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 them? This module is a great way…
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NJSACC Celebrates Haitian Heritage Month. You can too. Haitian Heritage Month celebrates the contributions Haitian Americans have made to American history, society, and culture. 7 Inspiring Children’s Books about Haiti Haitian Arts Podcast Series Haitian Heritage Month: Resources for Celebrating National Geographic Kids: All About Haiti NJSACC staff has taken full advantage of this opportunity to…
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On behalf of the NJ Department of Human Services and Grow NJ Kids, we are excited to announce two NEW online trainings: Part 1: Child Development School-Age Event ID: 140353 Class Description: This 3 hour, web-based training is intended to introduce child development and developmentally appropriate practices for Out-of-School Time programs that serve school-age children, ages…
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NAA Has So Much To Offer! Check Out Some Highlights From The May Newsletter 5 Strategies for Sustaining Summer Learning Programs Discover how Texas districts are tackling the challenge of sustaining summer learning programs amid funding changes and staffing issues. Read more here It’s Time to Get Your STEM Micro-Credentials! Are you looking to…
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Ready Set Summer – Tue Jun 4 – 6:30pm – Fee: $35 A powerful introduction to inclusion for summer camp staff, this workshop introduces behavior and inclusion basic skills through fun and engaging activities. Topics covered include accommodations for day camp settings, working with families, and positive behavior supports. This workshop is appropriate for all…
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CCDF PLANNING CYCLE 2025-2027: ENSURING HIGH QUALITY ACCESS FOR SCHOOL-AGE YOUTH Between January and July 1st 2024, states will be updating their Child Care Development Fund plans for the 2025-2027 cycle. Plans go into effect October 1, 2024. Stakeholder feedback is a required part of the process. CCDF Quick Background: States have a…
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NJSACC Celebrates Jewish American Heritage Month. You can too. Jewish American Heritage Month celebrates the contributions Jewish Americans have made to American history, society, and culture. 12 Jewish American Influential women Anti-Defamation League’s Jewish American Heritage Month Resources Books for Children: ADL’s Books Matter series Books for Children: Shel Silverstein The National Museum of American Jewish…
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NAA Has So Much To Offer! Check Out Some Highlights From Their Newsletter! Mizzen Beyond the Booth: Building Safe — and Real — Spaces for Youth Through Beyond the Booth, Mizzen strives to ensure that the furniture, furnishings, and people-centered sensibility the team brings to exhibit halls have a life beyond the booth that…
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NJSACC Celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. You can too. Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month celebrates the contributions Asian/Pacific Americans have made to American history, society, and culture. 20 Asian American and Pacific Islander Women to Know Anti-racism resources to support Asian American, Pacific Islander community Children’s eBook Titles – Asian American and Pacific…
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