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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 wandering. Whether it’s during a walk, in a crowded store, or even from a classroom or home, wandering can happen in an instant and lead to dangerous situations. But with the right strategies and awareness, you can reduce the risk and…

You’re Invited: Building Career Bridges in Afterschool 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 will spark conversations on the role of afterschool and summer in supporting innovative career pathways for youth.   Date: Thursday, November 6 Time:  3-4 pm ET/12-1 pm PT Register today

Crisis — It Can Really Happen to You 2025 No camp is immune to crisis — the question is, are you ready when it happens? This webinar reveals key trends from the ACA Crisis Hotline and shows you how to prepare your camp, equip your staff, and respond with confidence. Ideal for camp directors, executive leaders, program managers, and risk management teams, this discussion provides actionable tools, strategies, and staff training resources to keep your…

The Afterschool Alliance’s fifth edition of America After 3PM provides new insights about children and families during the hours of 3 to 6 p.m. 📣 Afterschool in New Jersey Shines Bright! The Afterschool Alliance has released the fifth edition of the America After 3PM report, the nation’s most comprehensive look at how children and families spend the critical hours between 3–6 p.m., when schools let out and many parents are still working. 🌟 New Jersey…

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…

We’ve got something to celebrate! Join us for Lights On Afterschool 2025 This year, New Jersey turned the spotlight on afterschool like never before. Governor Phil Murphy officially proclaimed October 23 as “Lights On Afterschool Day” for the state, shining a public endorsement on our work and recognizing the vital role afterschool programs play in nurturing youth, supporting families, and strengthening communities. Such a proclamation is more than symbolic. It elevates our collective voice, gives…

NJ DCF Launches Public Awareness Campaign to Address Parental Technoference “Time Out on Tech” Urges Parents to Make Tech-Free Time a Priority For Themselves and Their Children TRENTON – In an effort to encourage parents and caregivers to unplug from their devices and prioritize tech-free time with their children, the New Jersey Department of Children and Families, in partnership with the Center for Health Care Strategies (CHCS) and Prevent Child Abuse New Jersey (PCANJ), is launching…

Commission Report on the Impact of Social Media on Adolescents Social media shapes nearly every part of a young person’s day — from how they learn and connect to how they see themselves and the world around them. The New Jersey Commission on the Effects of Social Media Usage on Adolescents has released a comprehensive report examining how these platforms impact youth health, academics, and overall well-being. With 20 actionable recommendations for policymakers, educators, caregivers,…

Exposure to Careers in STEM Fields and Potential Mentors Thursday, November 6, 20258:30am – 1:00pm@ Spruce Street Clubhouse 1040 Spruce St Lawrence, NJ 08648   Students attend three (3) 45 minute workshops, plus a career panel on STEM related topics.  Exposure to the possibility of careers in STEM fields and potential mentors.  Information about post-secondary career pathways and course work that may be available in high school and in college.  The STEM Conference is for students in grades…