New Jersey’s Afterschool and Out-of-School Time (OST) Professional Network promotes and supports the development, continuity, and expansion of out-of-school time programs.
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Afterschool Conversations: October Meeting
Afterschool Conversations (Monthly Zoom) Join afterschool and OST professionals from across New Jersey for an hour of connection, ideas, and resource-sharing. Each month we tackle timely topics, swap strategies, and strengthen our statewide network — all in a supportive, interactive space. Stay connected. Stay inspired. Stay growing. Register To Join In ...
Youth Mental Health First Aid (Day 1 of 2)
The Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) certification course empowers participants to recognize, understand, and respond effectively to mental health and substance use challenges in youth ages 12–18. This valuable training supports staff, benefits the young people they serve, and promotes the well-being of the entire community. Spaces are limited; register today to secure your… ...
Youth Mental Health First Aid (Day 2 of 2)
The Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) certification course empowers participants to recognize, understand, and respond effectively to mental health and substance use challenges in youth ages 12–18. This valuable training supports staff, benefits the young people they serve, and promotes the well-being of the entire community. Spaces are limited; register today to secure your… ...
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- Build Authentic Partnerships
Curriculum Helps Adults and Youth Build Authentic Partnerships See more information here The Elevating Youth Engagement (EYE) training curriculum is now available online — at no cost. Developed by the Annie E. Casey Foundation in partnership with Cetera Inc., the curriculum offers child welfare agencies and youth-serving organizations a clear, actionable guide to building effective, authentic partnerships with young people who have experienced foster care. For young leaders, EYE provides the skills and confidence they need to advocate for themselves and their… - NAA2026 Dream Dare Do
NAA26: Dream. Dare. Do. NAA26: Dream. Dare. Do. Mark your calendars for NAA26! The National AfterSchool Association’s 2026 Convention will take place March 11 to 14, 2026, in the Washington, D.C. area at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center. This year’s theme, Dream. Dare. Do., invites each of us to imagine bold futures for young people and our profession, take courageous steps forward, and act with purpose and power. In a time when many in… - Advocacy In Action: October 2025
NJSACC Advocacy In Action: Latest Blog Post (April 2025) Federal Government Shutdown: Implications for Education, Afterschool, and Summer Programs See the Full Blog Post Click here to view this article. NJSACC Advocacy In Action: Newsletter (October 2025) NJSACC’s Advocacy In Action Newsletter highlights critical news, updates, and resources impacting afterschool and out-of-school time (OST) professionals and supporters across New Jersey and around the country. Click on each accordion below to read each article. What This…