Longenecker Conference rooms filled with light and laughter, friends of new and old, and minds open to each session’s transformative ideas. This is the heart of the Missouri School Age Conference (MOSAC). The morning of November 22, 2024 kicked off the 31st annual Missouri School Age Conference (MOSAC). MOSAC is Read more
Hey there, afterschool champions! Brad Lademann here, and I’m reaching out to ask for your help in making a big difference for afterschool programs in our communities. The National League of Cities and the Missouri AfterSchool Network (MASN) are hosting the first-ever MASN Municipal Institute, a half-day session designed just Read more
https://youtu.be/XszAqvzAihQhttps://youtu.be/jDkQiO86QHohttps://youtu.be/qy1-t53Uz4s The Missouri AfterSchool Network would like to thank all the afterschool staff and directors across the state for their early mornings and late nights ensuring that children and youth have a safe place to be before and after school. Since its launch in 2000, Lights On Afterschool has Read more
The Missouri AfterSchool Network (MASN) is proud to announce the launch of a youth career readiness program focusing on the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) in Missouri. STEM Next Opportunity Fund, a national nonprofit and leading expert in out-of-school time (OST) STEM education, has been awarded a Read more
Afterschool programs play a crucial role in supporting the development and well-being of students across Missouri. With funding from organizations like the Missouri AfterSchool Network (MASN), these programs can offer enriching experiences beyond the classroom. One shining example is the Adventure Club in the Kirkwood School District, which benefits from Read more
This summer, the Carroll County Area YMCA experienced a transformative boost thanks to a grant from the Missouri AfterSchool Network (MASN). Candice Cabaniss, the Program Director, and Kathy Lock, the Executive Director, shared their insights on how this funding has profoundly impacted their summer program and the broader community. The Read more
Welcome Back to Afterschool! As August ushers in the new school year, the profound impact of afterschool programs on local communities once again takes center stage. While this season can bring its share of challenges, it’s also a time of immense potential and growth. The Missouri AfterSchool Network (MASN) recognizes Read more