2021 Nevada Afterschool Showcase |
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Our statewide conference hopes to bring together afterschool and out-of-school time professionals and leaders in the field to learn more about how to operate successful programs during these rapidly changing times.
Innovation from the field has led to an expansion of program potential, especially through new collaborative efforts. We also want to hear from experts on:
- Best Practices for Afterschool and OST programs
- STEAM programming and activities
- College and Career Readiness
- Entrepreneurship
- Social Emotional and Academic Learning
- Virtual Programming
- Equity and Diversity
- Collaboration
- Teambuilding
- Public/Private Partnerships
Interested in being a presenter for our conference? Submit a proposal by February 12, 2021.
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YOUTH VOICE WEEK IS HERE! |
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The Afterschool Alliance invites you to celebrate the first ever Youth Voice Week!
From Thursday, February 4 to Friday, February 12, we will be shining a spotlight on our seven incredible Youth Afterschool Ambassadors. We’ll dedicate one day to each Ambassador to share their story, via the Afterschool Snack blog and on social media.
Will you join us? RSVP on our Facebook event here to get updates on each day's posts and videos, and follow the #AfterschoolWorks hashtag on Twitter to hear our Youth Ambassadors’ stories. Give them a shout out by liking, sharing, or commenting on their posts, and help their stories reach even more people!
We're crowning Youth Voice week with one of our favorite moments for all to share their afterschool stories: We <3 Afterschool on February 12! Programs have risen to the moment to keep kids safe, inspire them to learn, and help working families during difficult times. On Feb 12, let’s show them a little love. Here’s how you can take part:
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Visit the We <3 Afterschool page to find a printable activity sheet, graphics, and social media copy for your programs, young people, and parents to use.
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Post your story or explore other posts via the hashtag #IHeartAfterschool on Twitter and Instagram.
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March 8th - 12th, 2021
For the past four legislative sessions, over 80 different non-profit, corporate, philanthropic, and state agencies and organizations have joined together as we strengthened Nevada's families by sharing a commitment to improve our communities through events and outreach efforts aimed at promoting the health, safety, and well-being of our children. This year our efforts will be executed virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Days and Themes:
- Monday = Education & School Readiness
- Tuesday = Children's Safety
- Wednesday = Mental Health
- Thursday = Physical Health
- Friday = Economic Wellbeing
To learn more, visit the NICRP website here. If you are interested in participating please complete the interest form below.
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Virtual Conference on School Safety
"Bridging Research to Practice to Safeguard Our Schools"
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February 16th - 18th, 2021
The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) Virtual Conference on School Safety will bring together researchers, practitioners, and policy makers with an interest in school safety to share knowledge on what works to keep schools and students safe.
This conference will highlight what we have learned about keeping schools and students safe. Attendees will have an opportunity to listen to and engage with presenters and other school safety stakeholders to consider how to apply what has been learned. There is no charge for attending the conference.
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FRIENDS FOREVER INTERNATIONAL
Now accepting applications for national youth leadership program!
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UPCOMING NATIONAL PROGRAM!
An exclusive, NO COST program with limited openings!
Applications due: February 8th, 2021
FFI Discovery Youth Program (U.S.)
As a celebration of FFI's 35th year, we are excited to offer this one-of-kind program designed to develop bold and empathetic leaders (15-18 years old) from across the nation. This program will focus on conflict transformation (personal and community), public speaking, communication, and identity.
Thanks to a generous donor, 100% of the fee is waived for all accepted applicants in this virtual pilot program. There are 16 slots available in this first round. Applicants from all 50 states, D.C., and U.S. territories are encouraged to apply! All sessions will be virtual with additional opportunities for travel to the FFI Campus in New Hampshire later in the year* and to the FFI Center in Northern Ireland in 2022.
Click here to learn more.
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Our Monday Morning Mingles have turned into First Friday Forums! Join us at 12:30pm on the first Friday of the month for a 30-minute monthly chat with friends and colleagues in the Afterschool and Out-Of-School-Time field.
The theme for this month is STEM. We want to hear from OST professionals about STEM training programs they are interested in for professional development and other programs/camps for youth that NAN should help with recruiting and other types of support.
Our next chat will happen this Friday, February 5th. We hope to see you then!
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*NEW* PEAR 3-part Learning Series
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As an implementation partner for the Million Girls Moonshot Initiative, PEAR is thrilled to offer a three-part training series to all state networks and participating programs at no cost!
We encourage you to take advantage of the free Dimensions of Success (DoS) Program Planning Tool (PPT) during these guided, interactive sessions focused on creating authentic plans to support quality programming and maximize positive outcomes for youth and educators.
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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!
Access the recording of past webinars here.
Check out our training calendar here.
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The Nevada Afterschool Network encourages you to use the program locator map to find an out-of-school-time program near you in Nevada.
Please note that this map includes the name of the program and the program location and is updated each fall. It does not assess the quality of the program, nor endorse the program. We encourage you to interview your selection of programs for your children with the Quality Standards for Programs document in mind.
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Afterschool Data Factsheets
for Nevada
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For years, afterschool programs have kept kids safe, inspired them to learn, and helped working families. America After 3PM—the largest survey on afterschool, spanning 16 years—found that unmet demand has skyrocketed. For every child in an afterschool program, 3 are waiting to get in.
Demand remains strong during the pandemic, as parents see programs providing critical supports. Thanks to the support of the National Conference of State Legislatures, the Nevada Afterschool Network was able to collect information on program availability, features, and needs of afterschool in our state. We invite you to view the factsheets and use them as tools to advocate for afterschool in our state.
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What Does It Mean To Be
Trauma-Informed?
A 4-Part Video Explainer
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Before the pandemic, nearly half of all children in the U.S. had been exposed to a traumatic event, according to federal data, and more than 1 in 5 had been exposed to multiple. The implications of this exposure are life-changing. Studies show that children who experience traumatic stress are more likely to struggle in the classroom. But as our understanding of how students are affected by trauma expands, so, too, does our understanding of how to build a school environment to help them. |
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Million Girls Moonshot Free Toolkit |
The Engineering Mindset Toolkit is a collection of resources and tools for all 50 Mott Afterschool States Networks and their partners to access and utilize for the Million Girls Moonshot Initiative.
The resources in the Engineering Mindset Toolkit are not exhaustive. We will continue to add and modify the resources as the Initiative evolves and depending upon the needs of the Networks.
The Million Girls Moonshot focuses on the Engineering Mindset which we believe compliments the STEM mindset, as well as innovation, invention, and entrepreneurial education.
The Nevada Afterschool Network is excited to join the Million Girls Moonshot in this movement and empower the girls in our state. Stay tuned for exciting STEM opportunities for NV girls!
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Federal Afterschool Policy Update: Seizing the
Funding Opportunities in the CRRSA
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When the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations (CRRSA) Act passed Congress and was signed into law in late December, the clock started ticking on a number of potential funding opportunities that can be used at the state and local level to support afterschool and summer learning opportunities for students.
The education sections of the CRRSA in particular are focused on supporting students: since afterschool and summer programs are key to students’ recovery this spring, summer and fall, there are multiple points of entry into the funding opportunities in the law. [Continue Reading]
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Engaging with youth in a virtual setting can be challenging. Educators need new tools to provide the best experiences for youth, and the Mizzen app has stepped up to the challenge!
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. Supported by the Mott Foundation, Mizzen is available at no cost to afterschool professionals!
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Website: www.nevadaafterschool.org
Email: NAN@unlv.edu
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