OPPORTUNITIES FOR PROGRAMS AND YOUTH
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UNLV Summer Program Mini Grants
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We are pleased to announce a mini-grants competition to support new and continuing summer programs. Proposals submitted by March 16, 2023, will receive priority review. Proposal decisions will be announced by March 31, 2023.
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Youth-serving staff and volunteers are invited to take the Power of Us Workforce Survey—a first of its kind study that seeks to know and understand more about the experiences of and pathways into the youth fields workforce.
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Deadline Extended to March 31, 2023e
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Project Lead the Way Grants
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Deadline Varies Through
June 30th, 2023
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Project Lead The Way provides transformative learning experiences for PreK-12 students and teachers across the U.S. We create an engaging, hands-on classroom environment and empower students to develop in-demand knowledge and skills they need to thrive. Is your school considering adding a PLTW program or expanding an existing program but needs support with initial expenses? You may be eligible for a PLTW school grant!
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National Summer Learning Association: Summer Planning Bootcamp (Virtual)
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Join the National Summer Learning Association and learn from leaders in schools, community-based programs, camps, libraries, outdoor education programs, and more. Led by dynamic out-of-school time leaders, sessions will delve into strategies to accelerate learning, build critical partnerships, and plan successful strategies to scale impact in a sustainable and measurable way.
Bootcamps are on March 29th & March 30th
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Children's Week At The Nevada Legislature
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March 13th-16th, 2023
The purpose of Children’s Week is to represent Nevada’s Children and help strengthen families in areas such as school readiness, children’s physical and mental health, and child safety and security.
Join NAN for breakfast on Monday, March 13th to learn about the state of OST needs and programming in Nevada, and ways you can help keep the lights on after school!
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Check out NAN's New Advocacy Webpage!
Please visit our brand new Advocacy Webpage to view all the latest news on helpful resources, factsheets, and conferences!
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2023 Nevada Afterschool Showcase
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We're excited for you to join us in-person or virtually
March 9th & 10th!
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Get ready to follow along with us on social media:
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National Service Learning Conference
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The National Youth Leadership Council is honored to host the Annual National Service-Learning Conference, now in its 34th year. This conference is more than workshops and keynote addresses; it is an extension of the classroom, allowing for the youth and adult attendees to be part of a national movement.
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The Conference will be LIVE April 2-5, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee!
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Las Vegas Sci and Tech Festival
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Call for vendors, volunteers, STEAM professionals, and hosts! From April 28-May 6
Want to show off your STEM industry?
Reserve your vendor booth HERE. Showcase the fantastic science and technology in our community and host a "Science is Everywhere Day"
Contact the festival director for more info: scifest@lvnhm.org
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Every Hour Counts National Conference
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At the 2023 Every Hour Counts National Conference, we’ll gather to discuss what’s possible to engage, empower and support young people. We’ll explore how to develop community-wide solutions with leaders from across communities!
Join us May 30-June 1!
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The Forum for Youth Investment: The 2023 Forum National Conference
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The 2023 Forum National Conference is taking place May 10-12, 2023, in Detroit,
Michigan. This year's theme – Stronger Systems, Stronger Youth – will showcase the
Forum’s commitment to strengthening programs, supporting system leaders and
practitioners, shaping policies that advance youth development, and convening across
systems and sectors to learn together in community. The Forum National Conference offers keynotes, plenary sessions, workshops, peer roundtables and abundant networking opportunities, each designed to support work in all shapes and forms across the youth development ecosystem.
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NAN has partnered with The Children's Cabinet to offer free opportunities for professional development to OST professionals in Nevada! We hope you will take advantage of the following workshops this month and learn how you can keep providing the highest quality afterschool & OST programming!
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Inspiring Leadership: Ignite Passion
Virtual - Monday, March 13th - 4:00- 5:00pm
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Virtual - Wednesday, March 15th - 5:30 - 6:30 pm
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Cultural Competency (All Ages)
Virtual - Tuesday, March 21st - 6:00-8:00 pm
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Out of School Time: Asking and Doing (Inquiry and Experiential Learning)
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Out of School Time: Creating STEM-Rich Environments
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The U.S. Department of Education has partnered with the Afterschool Alliance, AASA, the School Superintendents Association, National League of Cities, National Summer Learning Association, and the National Comprehensive Center to provide schools and communities the connections and assistance they may need to expand access to afterschool and summer learning programs.
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Program Funding and Sustainability: Part 2
Virtual - March 2, 2023 - 11:00am
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Youth Voice and Choice
Virtual - March 23, 2023 - 11:00am
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
NAN continues to look for ways to support your professional development needs. Please visit our page to find all training opportunities available to afterschool and OST professionals like you!
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Access the recording of past webinars here.
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Check out our upcoming training calendar here.
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The Million Girls Moonshot Toolkit is a collection of resources and tools for all 50 Mott Afterschool States Networks, their partners, and programs, to utilize for the Million Girls Moonshot Initiative. All transformative practice resources have been vetted using a culturally responsive and equity lens to foster inclusive STEM learning spaces for all youth, particularly girls.
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Included in March Asset Package:
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Do you know a 9th-12th grade girl or non-binary student who's ready to get the skills, network, and community they need to change the world this summer?
Tell them to apply to join Girls Who Code and our tech industry partners for this year's free virtual Summer Immersion Program or Self-Paced Program.
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Recruiting Volunteers & Mentors - VolunteerMatch Partnership
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VolunteerMatch is one of the biggest volunteer platforms, linking STEM professionals to programs and networks for volunteer and mentoring opportunities. With over 1.3 million visitors per month, VolunteerMatch is now FREE to networks and nonprofit program partners as part of the Moonshot.
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Nevada Out-Of-School Time Program Quality Toolkit
We invite you to use this new Self-Assessment toolkit and reach back to us for Questions, comments, & suggestions.
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Youth Today
Schools and afterschool programs nationally are adding similar rooms under various names — calming rooms, zen dens, peace rooms — as another way for students to address their mental and emotional well-being. Learn more…
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Mizzen by Mott inspires, engages, and sparks learning in young people. With activities from premier organizations like Jazz at Lincoln Center and powerful management tools, this new app can help you strengthen your afterschool program.
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Highlighted Content of the Month:
New Content Partner - BOKS: BOKS, an initiative of the Reebok foundation, is on a mission to make physical activity and play part of every child’s day. This free physical activity and wellness program helps youth develop healthy habits that can last a lifetime.
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Explore BOKS Module 1 here or filter by publisher using our search feature to build BOKS activities into your Mizzen schedule!
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Website: www.nevadaafterschool.org
Email: NAN@unlv.edu
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