Ready STEM GO: 2 Day Virtual Conference! Ready, STEM, Go! A national alliance of afterschool networks supported by the STEM Next Opportunity Fund are partnering to host a two-day virtual conference, shining a spotlight on resources, strategies and inspiration to boost out-of-school-time (OST) STEM programming. Sessions will highlight resources and programs that support the unique…
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✨🏕️ Take only memories, leave only footprints at Changemakers 2025! 🏕️✨ Nominate a Changemaker now for our 100% FREE summer camp for high school-age advocates who are ready to transform their communities with groundbreaking initiatives! Applications open until May 1 >> gsequality.org/camp25 This opportunity is available to any New Jersey student entering 10th-12th grade in…
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Brick by Brick: A Leader’s Guide to Building SEL in Schools Dear SEL4NJ Colleague: The New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE), in collaboration with the Social Emotional and Character Development Lab at Rutgers University looks forward to the release of an upcoming online course, Brick by Brick: A Leader’s Guide to Building SEL in Schools. This asynchronous course includes…
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NJSACC Highlights Professional Dr. Allen S. Potts For Shining in The Field! Dr. Allen S. PottsProgram DirectorNita Lowey 21st CCLC Program writes: “Working in the OST space has given me the opportunity to have a phenomenal impact on our youth and community by providing programs that effectively support their growth and prepare them for college,…
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NJSACC Highlights Professional Samuel Frisby For Shining in The Field! Mercer County Commissioner Samuel FrisbyVice President of Certification, Membership StandardsYMCA of the USA writes: “Engaging a young person with caring adults, surrounded by friends, in a place they feel safe and acknowledged is the ultimate testament of a communities village. Good out of school time…
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🌍 Empowering Youth for a Greener Future This Earth Day Earth Day is more than a moment on the calendar—it’s a powerful reminder of our role as educators in shaping a sustainable future. Afterschool programs have a unique opportunity to inspire environmental curiosity and stewardship in ways that are hands-on, community-centered, and deeply engaging. Whether…
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NJSACC’s CEO Ebony Grace Shares Her Afterschool Story! Ebony writes: “New Jersey’s Afterschool and OST professionals provide essential enrichment, support and resources that bolster the development of youth. I am a product of and a success story demonstrating the power of OST programs and the need for OST professionals. NJSACC is proud to provide professional…
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NJSACC’s Chief Operating Officer Adam Cruz Shares His Afterschool Story! Adam writes: “Afterschool and out-of-school time programs are vital to young people’s successful development. Professionals in our field work with youth every day to help them problem-solve, build confidence, explore career paths, and learn essential social-emotional skills. NJSACC provides the necessary support and advocacy to…
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NJSACC Highlights Professional Deidre Johnson For Shining in The Field! Deidre JohnsonDirector of Youth Services21st CCLC, FFC, Ironbound After School, CBVI,Summer Arts and Recreation & Summer Plus Program writes: “When working in afterschool, it has always been my goal to provide my students with a new experience; introducing creative programming and elevating the standards of…
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NJSACC Highlights Professional Cassir Bastien For Shining in The Field! Cassir BastienDirector of the Center for After School and Expanded Learning21st CCLC Project DirectorSaint Peter’s University writes: “I began my journey in after-school programming as a 21-year-old intern at Saint Peter’s University, never imagining it would become my career. But through the guidance of an…
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