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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Mini-Conference for Leadership – North
The Leadership Mirror: Reflect, Recognize, RetainGreat leaders know themselves AND their teams. Our in person regional mini-conferences specifically for afterschool & out-of-school time (OST) leadership will give participants the opportunity to reflect on their own leadership style and gain tools to identify staff needs, strengthen relationships, boost retention, and foster a culture of growth and… ...
Mini-Conferences for Leadership – South
The Leadership Mirror: Reflect, Recognize, RetainGreat leaders know themselves AND their teams. Our in person regional mini-conferences specifically for afterschool & out-of-school time (OST) leadership will give participants the opportunity to reflect on their own leadership style and gain tools to identify staff needs, strengthen relationships, boost retention, and foster a culture of growth and… ...
Afterschool Conversations: November 2025
Afterschool Conversations (Monthly Zoom) Join afterschool and OST professionals from across New Jersey for an hour of connection, ideas, and resource-sharing. Each month we tackle timely topics, swap strategies, and strengthen our statewide network — all in a supportive, interactive space. Stay connected. Stay inspired. Stay growing. Register To Join ...
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Check out the collection here Spot dazzling dragonflies, marvel at shimmering leaf canopies, and uncover the wonders of the outdoors! This week in Mizzen’s Greatest Hits, we’re celebrating our connection to nature with Eco-Explorations by City Parks… - Nominate the 2026 Generation of OST Leaders
Nomination Period: Monday, November 3 through Friday, December 5, 2025 Each year, the National AfterSchool Association recognizes a new class of emerging young leaders who champion afterschool and embody the spirit of the out-of-school time profession. The Next Generation of… - Stuffed Full with November’s Highlights
You’re invited to join us for our live launch event, Building Career Bridges in Afterschool. Introducing our latest resource developed in collaboration with Jobs for the Future, Building Bridges with Industry: Integrating Career-Connected Learning into Out-of-School Time, this event… - Need Food Assistance? See These Resources
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Funding Resources to Share Approximately one in eight people in America rely on SNAP for access to food – including over 800,000 New Jerseyans. While there have been court decisions… - Big Smiles From Last Year’s NEW Mini-Conferences
Equity in Access, Excellence in Practice The first in the series, the South Jersey mini-conference launched NJSACC’s new approach to regional summer camp leadership training. Designed to bring high-impact professional development closer to home, the… - Keeping Kids Close: Safety Strategies for Families
Keeping Kids Close: Safety Strategies for Families For parents and caregivers, nothing is more important than keeping children safe. One behavior that can cause a lot of anxiety—especially in toddlers or children with special needs—is…