STEM and Afterschool - a brief on growing opportunities

Updated report on Federal and State resources available to support Expanded Learning Opportunity programs in Nebraska.

Power Point presentation on structuring out-of-school time to improve academic achievement.

A summary two-pager highlighting the key findings of the CYFS study.

Table that shows how the research literature relates to the specific elements of quality that are described in the full report.

This series of one-pagers can help you explain why afterschool programs are a necessity in your community.

These materials can help you state your case for more comprehensive initiatives by linking early childhood and parental involvement activities to your afterschool program.

The articles and research summary in this packet can help you show both the economic and academic value of high quality afterschool programs in your community.

This tip sheet can help you get the conversation rolling about the importance of quality afterschool opportunities.

A power point presentation of the findings of a literature review conducted for the Network by the University of Nebraska Center for Research on Children, Youth, Family and Schools.

The full report on elements of quality afterschool programs.

A summary two-pager highlighting the key findings of the PPC draft report.

A list of research literature on elements of quality in various out of school time programs.

High quality service learning integrates meaningful community service
with instruction.

This service learning guide offers overview, best practices and resources to use when implementing a service learning program for middle school youth.

An EPA produced compilation of environmentally-oriented service learning programs in schools across the national - including our own Hebron!

An issue brief by the Afterschool Alliance to help you make the case why afterschool and environmental education are such a perfect fit.