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.
3 Exciting Things: STEM Afterschool in Alabama
Thursday, 14 May 2015 00:00Just last week, the Science Coalition honored U.S. Senator Richard Shelby from Alabama as a "Champion of Science" for his work to support funding for science research. Many people might not be aware of the many STEM industries operating in his state. From the aerospace industry in Huntsville, to the ever-expanding health care sector in Birmingham, to the new Air Bus production facility in Mobile, Alabama has a lot of STEM investment!
12 Tips: Engage and Elevate Youth Writing Experience in OST
Tuesday, 12 May 2015 05:26Handwriting is being replaced by typing and talking replaced by texting ... and some kids don't know the difference.
Young people are learning that communicating in 140 characters or less is acceptable.
Bring the Links to Your Kids!
Tuesday, 12 May 2015 05:18Starting Time is the North American distributor of My mini Golf, a fun portable putting game.
Nominations for NAA Board Now Open!
Tuesday, 12 May 2015 05:16Do you know someone who would be a great addition to the board of the National AfterSchool Association (NAA)? Or are you yourself interested in learning more about serving?
Announcing the Top 25 Workshops from #NAA2015
Tuesday, 12 May 2015 00:00Based on session evaluations from the NAA Convention 2015 app, we've created a list of the Top 25 Presentations from the convention. If you didn't have a chance to attend these sessions, you may wish to visit these presenters' websites, follow them on Twitter, or sign up for their workshops if you see them offered in the future!
3 Things You Need to Know About Young People in Baltimore
Thursday, 07 May 2015 00:00As the eyes of the nation have been focused on Baltimore these past weeks, I knew there was much more to the story than what we were seeing on our televisions and through social media. For a deeper perspective, I turned to Ellie Mitchell, director of the Maryland Out of School Time Network, and a long-time advocate for greater investments in young people throughout Maryland—and especially in Baltimore.
Engaging Youth in Language & Literacy
Tuesday, 05 May 2015 00:00If you missed the fifteen-minute Webinar series, Engaging Youth in Language & Literacy, that's OK. We've organized all of the content here for you!
The Enrichment Zone—Free Curriculum to Support Healthy Eating and Physical Activity
Tuesday, 28 April 2015 00:00Looking to help youth get on a pathway to living a healthy, active lifestyle? The National Afterschool Association and the Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation are here to help!
May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month
Tuesday, 28 April 2015 00:00Regular physical activity is good for everyone's health, and people of all ages and body types can be physically active.
National Physical Fitness and Sports Month is a great time to spread the word about the benefits of getting active.
Finding Funding for Youth Programs: A How-To Manual
Tuesday, 28 April 2015 00:00Is it possible for youth program directors to successfully raise funds in a struggling economy?
Author Carolyn Hudman contends it is easier than you think! Discover how you can take advantage of untapped resources in your local community through strategic friend-raising and creative fundraising with her new book, Finding Funding for Youth Programs, now available on Amazon.com.
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