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.
Her Time To Play
Tuesday, 11 December 2018 12:06The National AfterSchool Association has embarked on a partnership with the NBA and WNBA along with their recently launched program Her Time To Play, a national grassroots initiative developed to inspire girls ages 7 – 14 to play basketball in a positive and healthy way.
Afterschool Guide to Homework Systems
Thursday, 06 December 2018 00:00The NAA Afterschool Guide to Homework Systems provides afterschool professionals with guidelines for establishing and managing a homework system that is geared toward the students, families and teachers supported by the program.
Afterschool Magic
Tuesday, 04 December 2018 12:23What's the secret to getting children excited about afterschool activities? Some afterschool professionals seem to have a magic touch: They know just what to do to engage and challenge youth. And the proof of their wizardry is that children keep coming back for more!
Universal Resources: Partnerships That Work
Monday, 26 November 2018 17:04The afterschool field is intertwined with many facets that make us one.
How Software Can Help Manage Afterschool Programs
Monday, 26 November 2018 17:01Afterschool programs provide essential services and enrichment through the 12th grade, in many school districts.
Letter to the Editor
Monday, 19 November 2018 12:44Dear Editor,
I read with great interest the article, "Why Millions of Teens Can't Finish Their Homework," by Alia Wong published in The Atlantic on October 30, 2018.
Extending Gratitude Throughout the Year
Monday, 19 November 2018 10:32It's the time of year where we try to pause and take a moment to give thanks for the wonderful things in life—even through all of the things that keep us undeniably busy in our daily lives.
Social and Emotional Learning: The Secret to Teaching it is in How We Live
Monday, 19 November 2018 10:27It's no secret that things are, well ... a bit off these days. In our current social, cultural and political climates, we're witnessing a shift in attitude.
Stretch Yourself to Learn Something New
Monday, 19 November 2018 10:23It's never too early to think about attending NAA19! Michelle Owens, National Wellness Policies, Staff Wellness & Out-of-School Time Physical Activity Advisor for Alliance for a Healthier Generation, sat down with NAA to offer her perspective on why NAA19 is the place to be in March 2019.
Rise Up! Passion. Purpose. Persistence.
Tuesday, 13 November 2018 12:44NAA's Annual Convention is coming!
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