Professional Development
NAA publishes fresh, new content every week covering a wide variety of topics related to the field of aftershool. In addition, NAA offers a variety of opportunities for virtual professional development (PD) through meaningful content, conversations and connections. Click here to see full descriptions of virtual PD offerings.
Developing Social Emotional Skills with 'Black Belt Excellence'
Tuesday, 13 August 2019 09:42When people hear that a person of any age is a black belt in martial arts, they immediately begin to visualize a "fighter" who trains to punch, kick, and grapple, and has the ability to cause harm to those around them.
How to Start the (After)School Year Off Right: Special Events!
Tuesday, 06 August 2019 11:17Those in education say it every year: "How does the summer go so fast?"
The Genius of Play and NAA Bring Play to Local Communities
Tuesday, 06 August 2019 10:24This year, The Genius of Play spread its message to afterschool professionals and parents through a new partnership with the National AfterSchool Association (NAA).
Gaining Funder, Investor and Policymaker Support
Tuesday, 30 July 2019 10:27Funders, investors and policymakers want to know:
Supporting Youth Needs with a Case-by-Case Approach
Tuesday, 30 July 2019 10:25How many times have you felt lost and frustrated when it comes to feeling confident in supporting children's and youth needs?
Mediating Afterschool Program Disagreements
Monday, 15 July 2019 20:19I remember standing between two school-age boys and blocking them from brutalizing each over a kickball game.
What’s Afterschool Listening to This Summer?
Monday, 15 July 2019 00:00For many, summer brings thoughts of sun and cookouts with friends and family—and if you're like many educators and students, summer reading lists!
7 Summer Survival Tips for Youth Development Professionals
Monday, 15 July 2019 00:00When school is out, Boys & Girls Clubs are IN, and in most of the country, summer programming is well underway.
Getting Youth Involved in Outside the Box Thinking
Monday, 15 July 2019 00:00As we get older, our creative side tends to decrease. Young people, however, have the potential for amazing creativity!
SEL Tips for Summer Programs!
Monday, 15 July 2019 00:00We all know keeping youth engaged and excited to learn during the summer can be hard—but it doesn't have to be.
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