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NJSACC Applauds the Reopening of New Jersey’s Child Care Assistance Program, Underscores Urgent Need to Sustain Support for Working Families Westfield, NJ — NJSACC, New Jersey’s Afterschool and Out-of-School Time (OST) Professional Network, applauds the State’s decision to reopen the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) after months of an application freeze that left thousands of…

NJSACC Seeks Technical Assistance Specialist Application link: https://ideali.st/KJXrDh Application Deadline: Friday, January 9, 2026 Start Date: Monday, February 2, 2026 Position Summary: NJSACC: New Jersey’s Afterschool and Out-of-School Time (OST) Professional Network works to build lasting public support for quality afterschool and out-of-school time programs across New Jersey. NJSACC’s mission fosters the growth, quality, and…

🤩 NJSACC is Honored To Share This News! NJSACC is honored to share that Ebony D. Grace, our Chief Executive Officer, has been appointed to Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill’s Transition Action Team. Ebony will participate as a member of the New Jersey’s Kids Mental Health and Online Safety policy team. This is a critical opportunity to…

Kwanzaa is an annual celebration of African-American culture that is held from December 26 to January 1, culminating in a communal feast called Karamu, usually held on the 6th day. SOME Kwanzaa Resources: A Guide to Teaching About Kwanzaa Teacher Planet’s Kwanzaa Lessons, Worksheets and Activities TeacherVision’s Kwanzaa Resources NJSACC staff has taken full advantage…

NJSACC Celebrates Hanukkah. You can too. Chanukah is the Jewish eight-day, wintertime “festival of lights,” celebrated in December with a nightly menorah lighting, special prayers and fried foods. SOME Hanukkah Resources: 11 Hanukkah Classroom Games and Activities for Elementary Students Incredible Books About Hanukkah Teacher Planet’s Hanukkah Lessons, Worksheets and Activities TeacherVision’s Hanukkah Resources NJSACC…

NJSACC Celebrates Christmas. You can too. Christmas is an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed primarily on December 25 as a religious and cultural celebration. SOME Christmas Resources: BBC’s Christmas Resources Teacher Planet’s Christmas Resources TeacherVision’s Christmas Resources The Teacher’s Corner: Christmas Activities and Lesson Plans NJSACC staff has taken full advantage…

Dec. 2 –JFF: From Guide to Practice: Get Better Results for Jobseekers with AI: A Virtual Workshop Session Dec. 3 – NGCP – PowerUp! Exploring Fluid Power: A Town Hall with Women in STEM Dec. 18: NGCP: The Power of Stories See their events calendar here 🚀 STEM Next Flight Crew Members Featured on CBS’s Mission: Unstoppable…

NJSACC’s 2025-2026 Professional Development Opportunities NJSACC offers a variety of engaging virtual and in-person professional development and technical assistance opportunities for all staff working in school-age child care, afterschool, and out-of-school-time (OST) programs. Guided by the New Jersey Quality Standards for Afterschool (NJQSA), training topics include leading activities, behavior and inclusion, team building, leadership development,…

📰 Announcing the release of the Fall 2025 issue of AfterSchool Today, Voices for Change: Advocacy in Action! A special joint publication from the Afterschool Alliance and NAA, the latest edition brings together the voices of afterschool professionals, youth leaders, researchers, and partners who are raising awareness, driving solutions, and shaping stronger systems for young people…

📖 You Shined for Lights On: Now Tell Us Your Story! As someone who understands the vital role afterschool and summer programs play in the lives of young people, families, and communities, we want to hear from you! In just 15 minutes, you can share what’s really happening in your program—the successes, the challenges, and…