Ready to get started in Mizzen by Mott? Mizzen by Mott empowers educators to design and deliver engaging afterschool programs that spark joy, curiosity, and a love of learning for all children and youth. Mizzen’s services and solutions are free and easily accessible to the afterschool field through support from the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation. Engage and…
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NJSACC Annual Conference Returns April 29-30, 2022 at Princeton Marriott at Forrestal (more details to come) The 2022 conference, Bringing the Future of Afterschool Into Focus, celebrates long-term success in the ever-changing landscape of Afterschool, S.T.E.A.M. and Expanded Learning. The conference, taking place on Friday and Saturday, April 29th and 30th, features over 50 workshops…
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How Out of School Time Programs can Help Families Claim the Expanded Child Tax Credit – Join us on Wed Feb 2 Nearly 90% of families in the U.S. became eligible for the Child Tax Credit (CTC) when it was expanded last year. Families can still claim the full 2021 CTC – up to $3,600…
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Join national and state leaders to explore ways to support out-of-school time programs by creating strong and collaborative partnerships between school leaders and program providers. click here to download the full announcement (PDF) Best Practices in Afterschool and Summer Learning: Workshops Symposium on Evidence-Based Practices in Afterschool and Summer Learning Programs Wednesday, January 26, 2022…
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Voices From The Field: Zakir Mckenzie Parpia on Job Quality in the OST Field How we think about job quality can directly impact staff retention and workforce development. To explore the idea of job quality and what it means for our field, we interviewed folks from across the country. Next in our series is Zakir…
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January is National Mentoring Month – here are some highlights In celebration of National Mentoring Month, we are highlighting some of our favorite articles. From mentoring youth in programs, to young professionals in the field, mentoring is an important development strategy. Check out the resources below and think about how you can incorporate mentoring at…
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Join us for these FREE informative KIT trainings this Winter 2022 Learning about inclusion enriches the lives of ALL who participate and increases understanding and acceptance of disabilities as a natural part of life. This winter, join KIT and NJSACC as they continue to collaborate in providing fantastic training opportunities. Register through the NJ Workforce…
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NJ Workforce Registry Announces $1,000 Hiring and Retention Bonus Grant – apply by Mon Jan 31 UPDATE: click here to watch grant ‘how to’ videos For Child Care Center Staff, click here to download ‘Preparing for the $1,000 Hiring and Retention Bonus Grants‘ (English and Spanish) (PDF) For Family Child Care Providers, click here to…
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Fill out NJSACC’s new Professional Development and Training Survey and let us know what you think! Complete this brief survey and assist NJSACC: The Statewide Network for NJ’s Afterschool Communities in planning professional development and training that works for you as a school-age provider! We appreciate your time in completing this survey. thank you, in…
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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. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Resources 9 Meaningful…
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