Special Initiatives

Events and Resources

NJ's School Preparedness Path Presentation

NJ's School Preparedness Path Presentation

On May 7th, 2013 , Anthony Bland, State Coordinator for Office of School Preparedness and Emergency Planning NJ Department of Education presented NJ's School Preparedness Path. those that attended impacted on 10,000+ youth in afterschool programs in NJ.

This presentation refocused educators' and afterschool professionals paradigm on the importance of school preparedness. In addition, it highlighted mandates required of school districts, including the Drill Law, School Safety & Security Plans, and other activities that will move the afterschool community forward in preparedness.

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ELO and Summer Learning Symposium – April 24, 2013

92 participants convened at the New Jersey Principals and Supervisors Association Conference Center in Monroe, NJ to hear how Expanded Learning Opportunities and Summer Learning can support student achievement and development.

The Symposium included national speakers from the National Summer Learning Association (NSLA) and from the National AfterSchool Association (NAA). NSLA stressed the importance of summer learning and the evident learning loss that occurs when children are not engaged during the summer months. Our keynote speaker, Dr. Adrian Haugabrook the former Chairman of the NAA's Board, highlighted the importance of informal education and the impact that it can have in preparing our youth for higher education and beyond. The event also included a panel discussion featuring panelists who represent each of the NJ Department of Education's programmatic themes for their 21st CCLC programs.

The event was provided in partnership by NJSACC, NJDOE and the NJ Principals and Supervisors Association.