Yom Kippur
Jewish Day of Atonement. This holiest day of the Jewish year is observed with strict fasting and ceremonial repentance.
Mawlid-el-Nabi
Islamic commemoration of the birthday of Prophet Muhammad, founder of Islam, in about 570 c.e.
Boot Camp Basics Workshop – Vital Connections for Social-Emotional Learning
Virtual TrainingBoot Camp Basics are workshops and trainings designed for brand new staff in summer, third space, and out-of-school time programs and are a great way for new staff to orient to the field and learn basic best practices in their work, as well as offer experienced staff opportunities for professional development. Workshop description: Relationship is... Read more »
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.
FIELD FORUM – Understanding Vermont’s New Guidelines for Quality
Vermont Afterschool regularly hosts FREE field forums on different topics relating to out-of-school timeproviders and professionals including health, safety guidance, funding, advocacy, and more. This forum discussed Vermont's new guidelines for quality. Click here to watch a recording of the Field Forum.
Simchat Torah
Jewish day to celebrate the reading of the Law.
Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Vermont state holiday that celebrates and honors indigenous American peoples and commemorates their histories and cultures.
Boot Camp Basics Workshop – Professionalism/Building Your IPDP
Virtual TrainingBoot Camp Basics are workshops and trainings designed for brand new staff in summer, third space, and out-of-school time programs and are a great way for new staff to orient... Read more »
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.
Training (1 of 2) – Youth Thrive
Youth Thrive is an evidence-informed framework for approaching our work with youth ages 9-24.Instead of a sole focus on limiting risk factors or maintaining a problem-free environment, Youth Thrive teaches... Read more »