The holistic impact that summer and afterschool programs have on children has been documented and clearly highlighted in a newly released research brief.

Compiled by leading experts Dr. Terry K. Peterson and Dr. Deborah Lowe Vandell, the purpose of this brief is to provide background information that state governments, communities, and school districts can use to develop and implement their own plans for evidence-based summer and afterschool learning opportunities.

This type of evidence-based research can ultimately assist our state leaders in charting the best course for investing American Rescue Plan dollars to those most in need.

Join us at the Indiana Afterschool Network for our Experiential Summer Webinar Series! This series will immerse participants in team building, family engagement, and positive behavior. The final will include three 90-minute interactive webinars during which participants will reflect and interact with colleagues from around Indiana as they develop new skills

These innovative professional development opportunities are hosted by IAN in collaboration with the Indiana Department of Education 21st Century Communication Learning Centers. Click below for more details, presenter information, and registration links.

The IAN Quality Team is here to support you and your summer program with Virtual Office Hours! Connect with Bri Gaston-Bell and Keith Monfreda to ask questions, check out resources, and learn more using our free quality tools.

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The Indiana Youth Services Association has announced their 2021 development retreat: "Reconnecting with Your Inner Child - Play, Bond, Image!" This overnight-optional retreat in Underwood, Indiana will offer time for participants to train, play, bond, imagine, laugh, and relax.

Click the image to view the full flyer or register here.

The Academy of Competent Youth Work and the Indiana Youth Services Association present the Child & Youth Care Foundations Course and the Training for Trainers Course. Participants will receive training across all youth work competencies, modules that meeting training requirements for Entry Level CYC certification, guidance through the CYC certification process, between-class activities, access to supplemental modules, and more!

Register here or email Jeananne Reich for more information.

The 50 State Afterschool Network Re-Boot Camp was developed in partnership with afterschool networks in Connecticut, Utah, Maine, Missouri, Illinois, and Oregon, in collaboration with the 50 State Afterschool Network.

This free program consists of a four week intensive summer virtual training series. Like many of the virtual conferences that the 50 Statewide Afterschool Networks have hosted in the past, these training sessions will help prepare programs to meet their full potential to serve the children and families in communities this summer. The Re-Boot Camp will be broken into thematic weeks with six pre-recorded (asynchronous) sessions per week.

A New York Times Magazine article reaffirmed what we’ve known for years: “A lack of school structure can contribute to altered sleep-wake patterns, which have been associated with unhealthful weight gain.” Summer programs are critical for resetting routines, reaffirming healthy habits and recharging the minds and spirts of young people, especially after a year like no other. Hear about tools you can use right now to help students and families win at wellness year-round.

Research confirms that learning in and through the arts prepare students for school, life, and work. Summer is a blank canvas for creativity and self-expression through music, literature, dance, theater, visual arts, and so much more. Learn from leaders who are sparking the imaginations and muses that delight the spirit of children this summer. Feel the power of love…of the arts and for our children. A special performance awaits you!

With generous support from the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, YSA will award Afterschool Grants of up to $500 each to support youth-led service or service-learning opportunities in up to 60 afterschool programs. Grants are offered on a competitive application basis and open to any afterschool program that meets certain requirements.

The 21st Century Community Learning Center Program is a federally-funded program (Title IV, part B) awarded to local education agencies, as well as public and private organizations, to provide youth a safe environment during non-school hours. This program supports the creation of community learning centers that provide academic enrichment and life skills opportunities during non-school hours for youth, particularly youth who attend high-proverty and low-performing schools. The program helps youth meet state and local student standards in core academic subjects; offers youth a broad array of enrichment activities that help their social, emotional, and behavioral development; and offers literacy and other educational services to the families of participating youth.

Site Coordinator - Playworks

In the role of Site Coordinator, you will provide on-site and virtual consultation by teaming up with schools, youth partners, and staff to provide professional development that fosters social thinking and increases physical activity through play-based learning. You will work directly with a designated school’s administration, teachers, and recess teams to provide expertise on Playworks best practices, as well as model and teach the strategies, games, and systems to develop and sustain a positive classroom and recess culture.

Engagement Specialist - Playworks

In the role of Engagement Specialist, you will assist with the oversight and coordination of Playworks’ administrative and capacity building functions. This is a full time, hourly, non-exempt position based in Indianapolis, IN.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Bloomington is seeking a Program Director of Academic Success at their Ellettsville club.

Click the title to read the full job description. Applicants can send resumes and cover letters to jobs@bgcbloomington.org before July 23.

Site Coordinator - Meals on Wheels of Central Indiana

Meals on Wheels of Central Indiana is seeking a well-organized, punctual candidate to pick up and deliver meals to assigned locations and directly interact with clients to build and sustain working relationships, a minimum of 3 days per week with a maximum of 30 hours per week.

Click the title to read the full job description. Applicants can send resumes to Christian Harold at charold@mealsonwheelsindy.org.

Community Program Coordinator Intern - RightFit

RightFit, Inc. is looking for a Community Program Coordinator Intern to provide assistance to the Archdiocese schools and community partners in planning, developing, and conducting afterschool programming. The Community Partner Coordinator will: support school staff, community organizations, and volunteers in two school sites; travel to two school sites within Indianapolis; collect impact data for evaluation; and learn through one-the-job training. The intern must exhibit qualities of independent judgment and leadership skills.

Click the title to read the full description. Applicants can send resumes to Jamie Johnson at johnsonjlc@gmail.com.