Mawlid-el-Nabi
Islamic commemoration of the birthday of Prophet Muhammad, founder of Islam, in about 570 c.e.
Rosh Hashanah
Jewish New Year.
Navaratri/Dassehra
9-day Hindu Festival of the divine mother honoring Durga, wife of Shiva. Also observed as a celebration recalling the days of Lord Krishna.
Micro-Credential: Foundations and Applications of SEL
Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) has taken schools, communities, and parents/caregivers by storm over the past few years with great reason: SEL supports academic achievement, improves student well-being, builds skills that are key to future readiness, and improves school climate and safety. This is a 5-part, 15-hour professional development series (from October 2024 to February 2025) for... Read more »
Yom Kippur
Jewish Day of Atonement. This holiest day of the Jewish year is observed with strict fasting and ceremonial repentance.
Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Vermont state holiday that celebrates and honors indigenous American peoples and commemorates their histories and cultures.
Sukkot
Jewish Feast of Tabernacles which celebrates the harvest and the protection of the people of Israel as they wandered in the wilderness dwelling in tents.
Simchat Torah
Jewish day to celebrate the reading of the Law.
Deep Dive Workshop: Empowering Environments: The Antithesis to Behavior Management
Creating supporting environments for young people is EVERYTHING. But what does this really mean? Why are so many youth organizations still focused on “behavior management”? In this 4-hour workshop, we will explore what it really means to create a supportive environment. It starts with understanding which mindsets are rooted in adult power vs. youth and... Read more »
Vermont Afterschool Conference
Join Vermont’s out-of-school time directors, staff, educators, and partners at our 15th Annual Conference, a full day of 17 workshops across three breakout sessions, an inspiring keynote from Tyler Kearns, 18+ exhibitors, networking, and a celebration of the important work you do for Vermont’s children, youth, and families! For more information and to register, please... Read more »