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Building Better Communities: Youth Civic Engagement in Afterschool Programs Wednesday, August 27, at 2 p.m. ET Young people have always been at the forefront of driving change in our country and around the world. Afterschool programs provide a powerful space for youth to lead with their interests and connect their talents and skills to the change they want to see. But are we doing enough to truly support youth-led civic engagement? Join us for a…

✨ Spark Curiosity, Joy, and a Love of Learning What if every educator had free, instant access to 1,800+ high-quality, K-12 activities, plusthe tools to plan and collaborate with their team in real time…for free? That’s exactly what the new Mizzen Education platform delivers. Designed with feedback from educators nationwide, Mizzen makes it easier than ever tobrowse, save, schedule, print, and run programs, whether you’re leading an afterschool club,summer camp, or anything in between. Explore…

Over the years, NJSACC’s opportunity for networking & dynamic conversation for leaders in the field of afterschool & OST, Afterschool Conversations, has changed according to the times. New for 2025-26, NJSACC is proud to present monthly conversation topics guided by NJSACC staff & guest speakers. Every third Thursday of the month join us for a conversation that will revolve around a range of topics starting with September’s Reflections, Connections, and Steps in the Right Direction…

NJSACC’s 25-26 Professional Development Opportunities Below is the list of the professional development workshops being offered by NJSACC this year. Register soon – space is limited! Targeted Technical Assistance (TTA) Boost Your Afterschool Site with Coaching from NJSACC! Apply now to take your licensed program to the next level with grant-funded (and free to you!) technical assistance from NJSACC. Through the Targeted Technical Assistance (TTA) you’ll receive: ✔️ Hands-on coaching ✔️ Customized resources ✔️ Professional…

Money Moves is happening this Saturday, August 16th, 1–3 PM at The College of New Jersey! Hosted by Assemblywoman Tennille McCoy, this FREE event is designed to empower students—especially those from underrepresented and underserved communities—with essential skills in money management, budgeting, investing, credit, and more. Through interactive workshops led by elected officials, financial professionals, and educators, students will gain the tools and confidence to take charge of their financial futures. The College of New JerseySaturday, August 16th |  1–3 PMFree &…

Check out the lessons here We’ve arrived at the final stretch of Building a NewsHour, and this week, the newsroom magic is in full swing! Students are stepping behind the camera and into the spotlight, building interview sets, refining sound and lighting, practicing their interviews, and recording their final projects. It’s a week of creative momentum, real-world collaboration, and storytelling that reflects the world through their eyes. Check out the lessons here Get ready for your…

🚀🚀 Here’s what’s coming up in August:  Getting to Know YES — Dive into the Youth Engineering Solutions (YES) curriculum with this virtual training for educators. Learn how to bring high-quality engineering experiences to your programs.     Genomics Learning Journeys — Career-connected lessons and hands-on activities designed to help youth of all ages explore DNA science and genomics.     Career Awareness in STEM — Explore practical, research-based strategies to connect your STEM lessons to future careers.  🚀 🌎 Coming…

Putting Youth Voice Into Practice with Afterschool Alliance & ND Afterschool Network August 14, 202511am-12noon ET Amplifying Youth Voice training series for out-of-school time educators and program partners. This series is designed to equip out-of-school time educators and program partners with foundational knowledge and practical tools to engage young people effectively with youth voice initiatives. For OST educators working with youth from elementary through high school levels, join this live interactive session on August 14th to…

Boost Your Afterschool Site with Coaching from NJSACC! Through the Targeted Technical Assistance (TTA) program you’ll receive:✔️ Hands-on coaching✔️ Customized resources✔️ Professional developmentAll tailored to your site’s unique goals and needs. Don’t miss this opportunity to grow with expert guidance from NJSACC! Only 5 slots are available this year. Apply here! For more information, please contact Patricia Pugliese, Technical Assistance Specialist at ppugliese@njsacc.org . Apply now to take your licensed program to the next level with grant-funded (and…