ND Out-of-School-Time Conference August 2-3, 2022

Registration Now Open!

ND Out-of-School-Time Conference

August 2-3, 2022 | Holiday Inn, Fargo

$50 per participant

The 2022 ND Out-of-School Time Conference is back in person August 2 & 3 to provide two dynamic days of research-based practices; information, tools and resources framed by the ND Quality Standards for Out-of-School Time Programs; and opportunities for connection with other out-of-school time programs across the state.

Conference is approved for 15 hours of Growing Futures credit and one graduate credit (15 hours) through Valley City State University.

Hotel block available at the Holiday Inn - 3803 13th Ave S, Fargo. Call 701-282-2700 with code "ND Out-of-School Time Summer Conference."

All youth development and afterschool professionals are invited to attend!

Day 1 Keynote

Dave Pelzer, The Real Heroes

This rare heart-felt program is given by a man whose life was saved by a system than many ridicule as being useless and incompetent. This highly emotional presentation pays tribute to those who have dedicated their lives to making a difference in the world of a child, while at the same time educating the general public of the challenges faced by those in their chosen field. Dave carefully weaves the story of how his life was saved by teachers, a school nurse, the police department, social services, and the foster care system. This is the perfect keynote for those within the system who are in need of a positive shot in the arm from a man who, too, has dedicated his life to helping others. Throughout the program, Dave’s sense of humor draws respect away from national sports celebrities and Hollywood icons to those truly making a difference within our country’s children every day: The Real Heroes.