VT9to26 Coalition Meeting
Vermont Historical Society 60 Washington St., Barre, VT, VT, United StatesJoin us! Meetings are always open to all. While we are constantly moving forward and focus on grassroots change, new members are welcome to come when they can. Not everyone can make every meeting–that’s a given. Come when you can, plug in where you can, and let’s work together to make Vermont the best place... Read more »
YPQI: Ask, Listen, Encourage
NVU Lyndon 1001 College Road, Lyndonville, VT, United StatesDo you communicate with youth in a way that makes them feel supported and heard? This interactive workshop introduces various communication techniques that help you build more supportive, youth-centered relationships. Participants will learn how to ask more effective questions, to listen actively to youth, and offer youth encouragement rather than praise.
Tinkering 101
Tapestry 6 Church St, Rutland, VT, United StatesTinkering is the intersection of science, art and technology. It is about using familiar materials in unfamiliar ways to create and “make” – individually or with others – something that has meaning to the tinkerer. Participants will (1) explore up to three tinkering activities adaptable to elementary age youth and (2) be able to articulate... Read more »
Afterschool for All Challenge
Afterschool advocates from across the country will be traveling to Washington, D.C. on March 18th for the Afterschool for All Challenge to meet with elected officials; visit here to learn how to take action from home!
Afterschool Essentials
Rutland Parks & Recreation 16 North St. Extension, Rutland City, VT, United StatesAfterschool Essentials is an accelerated half-year program that Vermont Afterschool offers FREE for afterschool staff working in licensed afterschool programs. This program covers a full range of topics, including school-age child development, program development, health and safety issues, and partnerships with families, inclusion and cultural diversity. The program content is delivered via face-to-face discussion and... Read more »
LEAD 1.0
This four-part series is for leaders of licensed programs in the afterschool field in Vermont. The L.E.A.D. program will provide afterschool professionals with the tools to hone their strengths and develop new skills to take on more advanced leadership roles in the future. Participants will develop and improve their leadership skills, while enhancing their confidence... Read more »
VT9to26 Coalition Meeting
Vermont Historical Society 60 Washington St., Barre, VT, VT, United StatesJoin us! Meetings are always open to all. While we are constantly moving forward and focus on grassroots change, new members are welcome to come when they can. Not everyone can make every meeting–that’s a given. Come when you can, plug in where you can, and let’s work together to make Vermont the best place... Read more »
Youth Thrive Training: Part 1
Rutland Public Library 10 Court St., Rutland, United StatesYouth Thrive is an evidence-informed framework for relating to youth ages 9-24. Instead of a sole focus on limiting risk factors or maintaining a problem-free environment, Youth Thrive teaches youth work professionals and parents to recognize, support, and build on protective and promotive factors. Based in strengths-based and positive psychology, this approach can be used... Read more »
School Nutrition Day
State House 115 State St., Montpelier, VT, United StatesThe annual School Nutrition Day at the State House will be on Friday, March 27th. It's co-hosted by HFVT, VT FEED, and School Nutrition Association of VT.