21st CCLC Site Coordinator Summit | April 16 NJSACC is pleased to host the 21st CCLC Site Coordinator Summit on Thursday, April 16, exclusively for current 21st Century Community Learning Centers grantees. This focused convening is designed to support site coordinators in strengthening program implementation, sharing best practices, and navigating the day-to-day realities of leading high-quality out-of-school time programs. This grantee-only event is an opportunity to step back, reflect, and reconnect with others doing similar…

We’re pleased to share the NJDOE Preschool Mixed Delivery Handbook (January 2026) from our partners and the NJ Department of Education. This guide provides consolidated guidance for implementing state-funded preschool through New Jersey’s mixed delivery model, where districts partner with licensed child care providers and Head Start programs to deliver high-quality preschool to three- and four-year-old children. The handbook outlines expectations related to collaboration, contracting, enrollment, curriculum, staffing, fiscal requirements, and program quality. It is an important reference for…

Up to $1.4M available Food Justice for Kids Prize Powered by Newman’s Own Foundation, Humanitix, The Henry P. Kendall Foundation, and the Hunger to Health Collaboratory The Food Justice for Kids Prize is an open call for innovative organizations across the United States working to ensure all children can access, learn about, and engage with nutritious, culturally relevant food at school and in communities. The Prize will award grants up to $100K each, over 2…

NATIONAL AFTERSCHOOL ASSOCIATION HONORS DEIDRE JOHNSON AMONG ITS 2026 NEXT GENERATION OF AFTERSCHOOL LEADERS The National AfterSchool Association (NAA) has named Deidre Johnson of Ironbound Community Corporation, Newark, NJ as a 2026 Next Generation of Afterschool Leaders honoree. This recognition celebrates outstanding early-career professionals in the out-of-school time field who are deeply committed to their own growth and the growth of others, and who continue to build their leadership skills through dedication, curiosity, and perseverance.…

Recognition Matters! Nominate an OST Leader Today. For the 2026 Diane Genco Excellence in OST Award Diane Genco, founding Executive Director of NJSACC, along with a small coalition of like-minded professionals and stakeholders, helped establish what is now known as NJSACC: New Jersey’s Afterschool and Out-of-School Time Professional Network. You can learn more about NJSACC’s origins by listening to the Founder’s Story, shared by Diane Genco, founding Executive Director of NJSACC. The Diane Genco Excellence…

NAA26: The Countdown is On! NAA26: Dream. Dare. Do. NAA26 is less than one month away, and we’re hard at work on all of the final preparations to make your experience unforgettable. If you haven’t registered yet but still want to attend, now is your chance! Click through to learn more and register today. NAA26 Session Spotlight: Data-Informed Advocacy NAA26 Session Spotlight: Data-Informed Advocacy As afterschool and OST professionals navigate funding uncertainty and evolving policy…

All training registration must be completed through NJCCIS prior to the session. Please see the attached flyer for upcoming training offerings for March 2026.   Participants must have a laptop, tablet, or cell phone with internet connectivity to log into Zoom. Supplemental materials will be emailed prior to the course start date. For Family Child Care Programs For Child Care Programs GNJKTS Course Catalog

🔮 Ball Run Challenge Submission Window Opens Feb 22 Entry Information For each team entry, you will need: Team name Number of students on the team Average age of the team members Final score (up to two decimal places) Time (rounded to the nearest second) Educator or adult contact name and email address Two photos: a close-up of the ball run and a photo of the team with the ball run (if possible, or a…

Mini-Conference for Summer Camp Leadership It’s no big secret, the key to a great summer camp experience is a great staff team! Join us on May 14 for our statewide in person mini-conference specifically for day camp leadership. We’ll focus on components and training tips that help build high quality staff teams towards a high quality summer camp experience for all. This one day event will be held centrally in the state at BGC of…