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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Youth Mental Health First Aid – Training (February)
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 – Training (February) Day 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… ...
NJSACC Peer Learning Community – February 2026
NEW for 2025-26, NJSACC will offer 3 PLCs (Peer Learning Communities) that will meet virtually via zoom for networking, information sharing, and more! Space is limited for these grant funded free opportunities & is first come first served, so don’t miss out – register ASAP! OST Leaders PLC Now in its 3rd year, this PLC is… ...
BEHAVIOR & INCLUSION SERIES – Supporting Social Emotional Literacy
BEHAVIOR & INCLUSION SERIES – Supporting Social Emotional Literacy This training will ask participants to focus on the essential question: How do feelings and emotions impact children/youth? Join NJSACC and our trainer from Kids Included Together (KIT) for this virtual workshop that will explore strategies to help youth build social and emotional literacy skills to… ...
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NJDOE Office of Emergency Preparedness NJDOE Office of Emergency Preparedness – School-Related State and Federal Requirements Pertaining to Immigrant Students and Families - School Protocols for Immigration Enforcement – Federal and State Requirements – Considerations,… - 2026 Black History Month
NJSACC Celebrates Black History Month. You can too. National African American History Month (also known as Black History Month) in February celebrates the contributions African Americans have made to American history in their struggles for… - 2026 Stem Next February Highlights
🚀 February Updates to the STEM Next Asset Package 🚀 NEW STEM Learning Journeys from Verizon + STEM Next Afterschool educators can now access new, free STEM Learning Journeys designed specifically for out-of-school-time settings—plus an opportunity to earn a stipend of… - 2026 Diane Genco Excellence in OST Award
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… - Registration is OPEN: NJSACC 2026 Conference
HOTEL ACCOMODATIONS The 2026 Annual Conference on Afterschool and Out-of-School Time (OST) will here before you know it! NJSACC is already planning and preparing to bring afterschool and out-of-school time (OST) professionals the best conference… - Don’t Miss These Grant Opportunities Are Here
Visit the NJEDA for additional information. New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Grant Opportunities PLEASE NOTE: The information below has been obtained directly from the NJEDA website. These grants are NOT provided by NJSACC and…