November 16, 2022
This is your weekly newsletter featuring program spotlights, innovative resources, and training opportunities for the out-of-school-time industry in Florida. Together, we can ensure all children and youth in Florida have access to affordable, available, high-quality expanded learning opportunities to foster their success in school and beyond.
Afterschool Research Survey - Closes 11/20
More than two years into the pandemic, the afterschool field continues to rise to meet the needs of children and youth. To keep up the drumbeat of stories from the field that lift up the role of afterschool and summer programs during the pandemic, take Afterschool Alliance’s short survey and help document how your program is faring and the supports your program is providing to the children and families in your community.
 
All those who complete the survey will be entered into a drawing for the chance to win one of 50 gift cards in the amount of $50.

Spotlight on Junior Achievement of Central Florida for helping young people develop the skills and mindset to build thriving lives and communities, that are not traditionally taught in school.
DeVos Family Foundation Grant to Help Inspire and...

ORLANDO - For many years, early education has emphasized the three Rs: reading, writing, and arithmetic. However, one area of education that is often overlooked is financial literacy and the importance of managing money well for long-term...

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THIS IS THE POWER OF #FLAFTERSCHOOL.
Area high schools compete in district marching band...

by CHRISTINA OTTERSBACH November is the climatic end for marching band season across the state of Florida. High schools strenuously practice all summer and autumn months perfecting their drills for their carefully selected musical compositions....

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www.hernandosun.com
Jacksonville, Florida Opens HBCU Inspired Elementary School

Jacksonville, Florida has opened a brand new elementary school modeled after historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). Becoming Collegiate Academy opened its doors in early October and started with kindergarteners and first graders...

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blackamericaweb.com
Boys & Girls Clubs, Harry Chapin Food Bank partner for...

Boys & Girls Clubs, Harry Chapin Food Bank partner for 'Turkey Give-a-Way' Boys & Girls Clubs of Lee County is hosting its first Turkey Give-a-Way on Nov. 19 at the nonprofit's new Park Meadows Community Club in Fort Myers.

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fortmyers.floridaweekly.com
Boy Scout Troop 468 of Ormond Beach celebrates new Eagle ...

On Tuesday, Oct. 25, Boy Scout Troop 468 celebrated its five recent Eagle Scouts, the highest rank and honor in scouting. Each of the scouts had been part of the program for several years, first starting off as cub scouts, according to an email...

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www.ormondbeachobserver.com
FIRST TEE CELEBRATES 25 YEARS OF EMPOWERING YOUTH...

PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. - Twenty-five years ago, on November 13, 1997, then-PGA TOUR Commissioner Tim Finchem was joined in New York City's Central Park by representatives from the leading golf organizations - the LPGA, the Masters Tournament,...

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thegolfwire.com
Meet the 17-year-old helping young women embrace their...

Many people can claim they want to change the world one day.

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www.wuft.org
Learning from Others: Closing the hunger gap amongst...

A major problem across Central Ohio that impacts a number of kids and their lives is food insecurity. Countless kids miss out on essential needs like warm meals

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abc6onyourside.com
JCPenney Announces a Three-Year, $500,000 Commitment to...

LEWISVILLE, Texas--()--In an effort to better support America's diverse, working families in need, , in partnership with the JCPenney Communities Foundation , announced today that it has made a commitment to donate $500,000 to Feeding America by...

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www.businesswire.com
As educators tout the benefits of social and emotional...

Social and emotional learning has emerged from the pandemic as a top priority for many schools and afterschool and summer programs in addressing students' mental health and well-being. While many afterschool providers and educators tout the...

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youthtoday.org
Disney Awards $1 Million in Grants to Support Youth in...

In honor of today's theatrical debut of Marvel Studios' Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Disney hosted community screenings of the film across the country and is awarding $1 million in grants to nonprofits providing Science, Technology,...

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thewaltdisneycompany.com
Youth Mental Health First Aid
Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who...

guideinc.org
RESEARCH BRIEF - Maximizing CTE as a Tool for Workforce...

Career and Technical Education (CTE) assists each state and its workers in responding to changing workforce demands while providing students with multiple options to further their education and earn more money. In 2019, Florida Governor Ron...

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floridacollegeaccess.org
A Hot Time for Summer Learning

​​ ​ ​ ​​​​ Host: Polly Singh, senior program o​fficer at The Wallace Foundation ​ Guests: Kathleen Airhart, summer learning advisor to the Council of Chief State School Officers​​ ​ Mashona Council, consultant, National Summer Learning...

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www.wallacefoundation.org
Beyond School Hours 2023 Conference
Save your seat for Foundations Inc's #BeyondSchoolHours 2023 Conference, the premier gathering of education practitioners and thought leaders. Attend top-notch workshops, presentations, excursions + exhibits. Register today!

www.beyondschoolhours.org
NSLA 2023 Summer Learning Awards

It is time to apply for the 2023 Summer Learning Awards. Think your program has what it takes to be recognized as a national leader? Apply today! Applications must be submitted by December 16 at 5:00 p.m.

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Deadline Extended!
Million Girls Moonshot is looking for young scientists, engineers, inventors, builders, and leaders who have been inspired by their experience outside of the school classroom to join the Flight Crew. Applications are now due November 27, 2022.

Mark your calendar!
Children’s Week Florida 2023 will be at the State Capitol, March 26 to 31! Children’s Week Florida is the largest event held in the state that celebrates and honors its commitment to children, youth, and advocates.

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