Afterschool Ambassador
The Afterschool Ambassadors program empowers up-and-coming leaders in the field of afterschool to confidently and effectively advocate for afterschool access for all Missouri children. Ambassadors build relationships with federal, state and local elected officials through in-person meetings, program visits, phone calls, emails and social media. MASN chooses 8-10 new applicants annually and provides training, peer networking opportunities and mentorship.
STEM
The goal of the STEM Peer Learning Community (PLC), supported by a grant to MASN from the Million Girls Moonshot (MGM) initiative, is to equip afterschool educators with the tools to facilitate effective learning in STEM.
The PLC will focus on expanding content through STEM Playlists and enhancing delivery through Reflective Coaching. Afterschool educators who participate in the program will:
- Experience personalized professional development to deepen skills.
- Access STEM Playlists – curated lessons – to implement with youth.
- Receive 1:1 coaching in STEM education principles.
- Build relationships with peers who are doing similar work.
The Youth Workforce Initiatives (YWI)
The Youth Workforce Initiatives (YWI) Peer Learning Community provides support and resources to middle school and high school afterschool programs engaging in career awareness, post-secondary access, and youth entrepreneurship activities. The PLC includes support from training and technical assistance providers 220 Youth Leadership and Venture Lab, along with connection to statewide resources through state agencies such as DESE College and Career Readiness Office, Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development, Missouri Regional Professional Development Centers, Missouri College Access Network etc. As a peer learning community, this group shares best practices and resources supporting students in their future hopes and dreams through career pathway planning.
