This session is part of the Power of 3:00 Afterschool Advocacy webinar series aimed to teach participants the basics of afterschool advocacy in New York. Everyone has a story to share, and your story can be a powerful tool to make the case for afterschool. This session will: Teach you a framework for using storytelling […]
This session is part of the Power of 3:00 Afterschool Advocacy webinar series aimed to teach participants the basics of afterschool advocacy in New York. Engagement of youth and parents/caregivers is essential to uplifting the voice of the individuals that benefit most from investment in afterschool programs. This session will: Focus on effective methods, tools, […]
Level up your management skills at the Site Leader Institute! Many site-level managers and directors are promoted to the job, but not given the training to succeed in the role. The Site Leader Institute covers performance management, quality improvement, and time management for afterschool professionals. This Institute is designed for site directors, program directors, or […]
Come learn about how to keep the children and youth in your program safe by implementing different supervision tips and tricks. Learn more about your role as a teacher and also how to create a safe environment that allows for safe and successful supervision. Presenter: Alysha Branch OCFS Area(s): 3, 4 Location: Virtual-Live, via Zoom
Part of working with children also includes managing behaviors. This training will help participants identify common misbehaviors in after school programs and how the environment plays a role. Learn techniques to guide positive behaviors and turn misbehaviors into teachable moments for youth. Presenter: Alysha Branch OCFS Area(s): 1, 3 Location: Virtual-Live, via Zoom
Computer science skills are some of the most sought-after and highest-paying in the US job market, with demand growing 3X the national average. In 1995, 37% of computer scientists were women. Today, only 24% of computer scientists are women. This is where Girls Who Code steps in: We are on track to close the gender gap […]
Virtual Health and Safety for Directors! This meets the 15-hour health and safety training requirement for all new directors*. Directors are responsible for hiring, training, and maintaining staff who provide a healthy and safe environment for children. This course will help directors look at policies and procedures that reinforce high-quality health and safety practices. Directors must bring a copy of […]
Learn how to engage young people in engineering design practices by tackling a design challenge! This workshop will feature activities from a design challenge project. Participants will experience the activity, and discuss how all young people can try on the identity of an engineer. This session will emphasize the skills of an engineer, as well […]
Come learn about how to keep the children and youth in your program safe by implementing different supervision tips and tricks. Learn more about your role as a teacher and also how to create a safe environment that allows for safe and successful supervision. Presenter: Sara Rickan OCFS Area(s): 3, 4 Location: Virtual-Live, via Zoom
Since the October 7 terrorist attack in Israel, the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) has tracked 3,283 antisemitic incidents in the U.S. This is a 360% increase over the same period the previous year. On Thursday, January 25 at 12 p.m. EST, please join the Network for a fireside chat with Scott Richman, ADL New York/New Jersey […]
