New Jersey’s Afterschool and Out-of-School Time (OST) Professional Network promotes and supports the development, continuity, and expansion of out-of-school time programs.
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Youth Mental Health First Aid – Training (February)
The Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) certification course empowers participants to recognize, understand, and respond effectively to mental health and substance use challenges in youth ages 12–18. This valuable training supports staff, benefits the young people they serve, and promotes the well-being of the entire community. Spaces are limited; register today to secure your… ...
Youth Mental Health First Aid – Training (February) Day 2
The Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) certification course empowers participants to recognize, understand, and respond effectively to mental health and substance use challenges in youth ages 12–18. This valuable training supports staff, benefits the young people they serve, and promotes the well-being of the entire community. Spaces are limited; register today to secure your… ...
NJSACC Peer Learning Community – February 2026
NEW for 2025-26, NJSACC will offer 3 PLCs (Peer Learning Communities) that will meet virtually via zoom for networking, information sharing, and more! Space is limited for these grant funded free opportunities & is first come first served, so don’t miss out – register ASAP! OST Leaders PLC Now in its 3rd year, this PLC is… ...
BEHAVIOR & INCLUSION SERIES – Supporting Social Emotional Literacy
BEHAVIOR & INCLUSION SERIES – Supporting Social Emotional Literacy This training will ask participants to focus on the essential question: How do feelings and emotions impact children/youth? Join NJSACC and our trainer from Kids Included Together (KIT) for this virtual workshop that will explore strategies to help youth build social and emotional literacy skills to… ...
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- Where Bold Ideas Win Big
Webinar: The Mott Million Dollar Challenge: Where Big Ideas Win Big Click here to register The Mott Million Dollar Challenge: Where Big Ideas Win Big 50 State Afterschool Network Webinar Tuesday, January 27, 2pm ET… - Supporting Youth with Chronic Health Conditions in OST
👩🏼⚕️ Join the Collaborative for Advancing Healthy Experiences in OST Register Here Youth with chronic health conditions participate in out-of-school time (OST) programs every day, and with the right support, these environments can play a… - Phone-Free Schools Established in NJ by New Legislation
Governor Murphy Signs Legislation Establishing Phone-Free Schools in New Jersey Policy Will Become Effective Beginning in the 2026-2027 School Year RAMSEY – Governor Phil Murphy today visited Ramsey High School in Bergen County to sign bipartisan legislation… - This FLASH is Full of Funding Opportunities
Happy New Year! New Year, New Funding, Who Dis? As we kick off 2026, we’re excited to share four funding opportunities that support afterschool and summer programs. Below, you’ll find key details and upcoming deadlines. – Community… - Celebrate National Mentoring Month
Celebrate National Mentoring Month 2026 Each January, we come together as a community to ignite these passions and help turn these wildest dreams into reality with National Mentoring Month. By harnessing our collective voice, MENTOR… - Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King 2026
NJSACC Celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. You can too. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is a federal holiday in the United States, marking the birthday of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King,…