AfterSchool of Thought
Welcome to the "AfterSchool of Thought," a blog series for those with products and offerings for afterschool programs and the professionals who work in the field.
Experience Dallas at NAA17: Locals' Favorite Spots
Tuesday, 07 February 2017 06:08This year for NAA's Annual Convention, we're offering something new. "Destination Play Dallas" offers participants an opportunity to explore the wonderful city of Dallas during their stay.
Step Up Your STEM Game at NAA17
Thursday, 02 February 2017 00:00Did you know that The National Afterschool Association is a great resource for STEM professional development? In a recent survey of the afterschool community, 98% of respondents listed NAA as a place to get valuable resources and information to improve STEM offerings and teaching practices.
NAA17: Everything Really is Bigger in Texas!
Tuesday, 24 January 2017 05:09We are pleased to share a preview of the 200+ Workshops, Learning Express and Poster Sessions that will be presented at the 2017 National AfterSchool Association Convention (NAA17).
Feeling Stuck?
Monday, 21 November 2016 00:00It was unseasonably warm for February in Colorado. Nevertheless, I was looking forward to an escape to sunny Orlando, Florida.
Experience the Power of the NAA Community: Attend NAA17
Tuesday, 08 November 2016 00:00Note: Tissues recommended.
Like so many of you, I first experienced the power of the NAA community through the annual Convention. The crazy part is ... I didn't even attend that particular Convention!
We Want You!
Tuesday, 23 August 2016 06:33Calling all presenters! The call for proposals for the NAA Convention 2017, March 12 – 22 in Dallas, Texas, is open from September 1 – October 17, 2016.
How to Convention Like a Champ: Advice from Past Participants
Friday, 11 March 2016 00:00What's your NAA17 Convention strategy? How are you going to get the most out of your Convention experience? We asked some of our long-time NAA Convention participants to share their best Convention advice. Here is what they said:
NAA16 Program Book
Tuesday, 08 March 2016 08:02Start planning your time at Convention! View the 2016 NAA Convention program book to see: complete workshop schedules and descriptions; plenary sessions; exhibitor listings and descriptions; and networking receptions and events.
Football, Psychologists, Afterschool and GRIT!
Tuesday, 01 March 2016 07:31NAA16 keynote speaker Dr. Angela Duckworth, a psychologist at the University of Pennsylvania and a MacArthur "Genius" fellow, recently met with Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll.
How to Put Afterschool Research into Practice
Tuesday, 23 February 2016 00:00At the NAA Convention, on Wednesday, March 23, we'll learn how to put cutting-edge research to practice.
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