Florida After School, Inc.

Our Florida leaders are shaping the future of afterschool with People, Potential, and Possibilities at #NAA25. Together, we’re #BuildingBrighterFutures for youth across the Sunshine State! ???? #AfterschoolChampions #FLAfterschool

Join us NEXT WEDNESDAY for a Virtual Resource Fair where you’ll discover valuable tools, services, and partnerships to support your programs. Connect with vendors, explore new resources, and gain insights—all from the comfort of your home or office! ?? Open Wednesday, February 26 at 11:30 AM, stop by via Zoom and get to know some of our curated partners. ?? Register NOW: https://lnkd.in/eqhvH36b #FLAfterschool #BuildingBrighterFutures #STEM #ResourceFair #OST

We’re thrilled to introduce the 10 afterschool programs selected to join Florida’s STEM Peer Learning Community as part of the Million Girls Moonshot Initiative! This marks the second STEM PLC hosted by Florida After School, continuing our commitment to expanding STEM learning opportunities in afterschool programs across the state. We look forward to seeing the incredible impact of these programs and celebrating their contributions to advancing STEM education in Florida! ?? Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/e_cNHitK #FLAfterschool #BuildingBrighterFutures #STEM #MiniGrant

?? Get ready for another epic Teen Day at the Capitol on Wednesday, April 16 from 9 AM-3 PM, where young minds unite to explore, engage, and make their voices heard in person! ? High School students across Florida are invited to participate in a unique opportunity to voice their opinions, raise concerns and ask questions about youth programs and issues impacting their lives. Meet state policymakers and be a voice for youth issues! This is ticketed-event is designed for teenagers who want to learn about state government, politics, and make their voices heard. Students will engage with lobbyists and law makers, tour the capitol, and gain a deeper understanding of how our state government works. Whether you’re passionate about education, the environment, or social justice, this event is for you. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect with other like-minded teens and make a difference. ?? Register Here: https://lnkd.in/e8sFBpTB ?? Our thanks to the Florida Institute for Child Welfare at FSU's College of Social Work for their support of this great event! #FLAfterschool #BuildingBrighterFutures #TeenDay #Advocacy

??There’s just 2 days left to apply for the #EngageEveryStudent Recognition Program! Don’t miss this opportunity to be recognized by the U.S. Department of Education for your high-quality programming! ??Learn more & apply: https://lnkd.in/eJW_Mkf7 ??Applications are due this Friday, January 31! #FLAfterschool #BuildingBrighterFutures #OST #SEL

??The Aim High Grant Program: Supporting Out-of-School Time Programs Serving Middle School Youth Request for Proposals Open Now! ??The New York Life Foundation established the Aim High grant program to support local community-based afterschool and summer learning programs to provide the foundational skills and guidance that middle school students need to be prepared for the critical transition into high school. ?This competitive grant program includes both one- and two-year grant opportunities. ??Join Afterschool Alliance on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 2 p.m. for a livestream to learn more about the Aim High grant process and best practices for a strong application. ?Applications are due March 7, 2025, at 5 p.m. ET. ??Learn more, apply, and view the full RFP: https://lnkd.in/gUa9xUVW #FLAfterschool #Afterschool4All #BuildingBrighterFutures #OST #GrantOpportunity #AimHigh

?? “The complete education gives one not only power of concentration but worthy objectives upon which to concentrate.” - Martin Luther King Jr. At Florida After School, we are committed to providing opportunities that inspire students to dream big and stay focused on achieving their goals. Together, we’re building brighter futures. ?? #MLK #EducationForAll #FloridaAfterSchool #BuildingBrighterFutures

Florida After School, Inc. is proud to announce the launch of its inaugural Florida Afterschool Advocacy Fellowship. This program empowers ten outstanding individuals to champion high-quality out-of-school-time (OST) programs across the state! Throughout the year, these fellows will engage in training sessions, advocacy activities, and collaborative opportunities, culminating in an Afterschool for All Rally in Orlando, celebrating Lights On Afterschool. The selected fellows for the 2025 cohort are: ?? Christi Arrington, Girls Place, Inc. ?? Tamara Bell, PBCSD – Extended Learning Department ?? Asbury Edens, Champions, Kindercare LLC ?? Kiwana Howell, ED.S., School District of Palm Beach County ?? Cherie Kelly, City of Gainesville ?? Shanteva Leonard, Florida A&M University ?? Brett Prilik, Innovation Learning ?? Deidre Reid-Thomas, Ed.D., Thomas Ed Learning Center ?? Hagit (Kate) Sela, Ph.D., The Brain Workout Academy ?? Sophia Smart, Broward County Public Schools ?? For more information read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/en7c2HWu

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Florida After School extends our heartfelt thanks to the incredible afterschool professionals who dedicate their time, energy, and passion to serving our youth. ?? Your commitment inspires brighter futures, and we’re grateful for all you do to create safe, enriching spaces for children and families. ?? As we celebrate this holiday season, we hope you take time to recharge and enjoy special moments with your loved ones. #FLAfterschool #BuildingBrighterFutures #HappyHolidays