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Eid al-Fitr

Islamic event marking the close of Ramadan. It is a festival of thanksgiving to Allah for enjoying the month of Ramadan. Observed March 22-April 21, 2023.

Vermont Youth Appreciation Day

Since 2013, the state of Vermont has recognized April 27 as Vermont Youth Appreciation Day, to celebrate "the gifts of Vermont youths to our State through their actions, their contributions, and their promise."

Field Forum – Understanding Trauma and Recovery

Online Forum

Physical and emotional safety are the foundation from which all human development unfolds. Trauma is the absence of this safety: a child's experience of pervasive stress, fear, and/or harm. Childhood trauma invariably disrupts a child's development, including their ability to regulate emotions, connect to others, and learn. At the heart of recover from trauma is... Read more »

Field Forum – How Do I Talk to Youth About LGBTQIA+ Topics?

Online Forum

Participants will be given the tools and confidence to respond to kids about what it means to be gay, transgender, and gender nonconforming. Participants will leave with a better understanding of these topics too so they can learn tips on how to answer kids’ questions, have conversations about sexuality and gender, and foster a love... Read more »

Workshop – Creating a Culture of Youth Voice

Online Workshop

Youth voice is increasingly becoming a buzzword, but what does it really mean? This virtual workshop will help you build your understanding of what youth voice is and can be. It will also show you how you can infuse it into every aspect of your program and every level of your organization. Participants will leave... Read more »

Training – Youth Mental Health First Aid

Virtual Training

Youth Mental Health First Aid USA teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders in youth. This training gives adults who work with youth the skills they need to reach out and provide initial support to children and adolescents (ages 12-18) who may be developing a... Read more »

$30

Field Forum – Pronoun Use and Making Spaces LGBTQIA+ Inclusive

Online Forum

Participants will learn about the importance of recognizing and respecting one’s identity and pronouns and why heteronormative biases restrict our ability to do so. Using inclusive and non-gendered language in classrooms, work, and on playing fields is paramount to learning, self-esteem, sense of self, and safety. Learn the significance of declaring your pronouns and walk... Read more »

Shavuot

Jewish celebration of Moses' descent from Mt Sinai with the ten commandments.

Memorial Day

A US federal holiday for mourning the men and women who fought and died while serving in the US armed forces.

Field Forum – Understanding the New Core Knowledge and Competencies for Afterschool Professionals

Online Forum

In September of 2023, Vermont will be adopting the National Afterschool Association's Core Knowledge and Competencies for Afterschool Professionals. Please attend this field forum to learn about the new Core Knowledge areas and how they will support your professional growth in your work with children and youth. We will also discuss how these new Core... Read more »