Acknowledging & Validating Quick Training (adapted from The Flourish Lab curriculum) When children are experiencing large feelings, one of the most supportive and effective strategies to help them return to… Read more »
Author: Vermont Afterschool
Head to Heart #2
I came across this article and this article in Education Week and thought about them for a while—so much of what I hear from program staff is they are seeing… Read more »
A Statement from Vermont Afterschool
These past couple of weeks have been overwhelming as executive orders have created uncertainty and caused fear for vulnerable populations. We know many of you, like us, are concerned about… Read more »
“An Oasis From Home”
I have attended third space programs for as long as I can remember. From the age of 5 to 12, I participated in LA’s Best, a program that caters to… Read more »
Elevating Youth Voices
Imagine being the youngest in the group and having no voice in a decision that affects you—like what you’re doing on the weekend. Well, that’s exactly how youth feel. With… Read more »
Universal Afterschool Update
We’re THRILLED to announce that the Vermont Agency of Education has awarded $3.5 million in grant funding to 17 supervisory unions and nonprofits in 11 Vermont counties! These grantees across… Read more »
Million Girls Moonshot – November 2023 Resources
Vermont Afterschool is proud to be part of the Million Girls Moonshot initiative, working to inspire and prepare the next generation of innovators by engaging one million more girls in STEM learning… Read more »
Million Girls Moonshot – October 2023 Resources
Vermont Afterschool is proud to be part of the Million Girls Moonshot initiative, working to inspire and prepare the next generation of innovators by engaging one million more girls in STEM learning… Read more »
Universal Afterschool in Vermont: Update
As many of you know, Vermont is on a path to create universal afterschool and summer for all Vermont youth. More than $12M in federal funds have been invested in… Read more »
Million Girls Moonshot – September 2023 Resources
Vermont Afterschool is proud to be part of the Million Girls Moonshot initiative, working to inspire and prepare the next generation of innovators by engaging one million more girls in STEM learning… Read more »
