Have a voice in increasing public knowledge and support for high-quality afterschool programming across the state. The Public Awareness Committee is a standing committee that provides a forum for afterschool programs and partners to raise awareness of the value and importance of afterschool and summer enrichment programs throughout the state.
Lights On Afterschool is an annual event held in October where more than a million people nationwide gather to shine a light on the importance of afterschool programs in keeping kids safe, helping working families, and inspiring learning. Programs around the state host a wide array of fun events to Read more…
Join MASN to connect, collaborate, and share with fellow afterschool programs, individuals, and organizations that support youth entrepreneurship. This meeting is your opportunity to: Network with like-minded organizations Share resources and best practices Discover collaboration opportunities Strengthen our youth entrepreneurship community Perfect for anyone passionate about developing young entrepreneurs. Do Read more…
Through Child Care Development Funds provided by the Office of Childhood, MASN is now providing FREE Afterschool Technical Assistance for afterschool and summer enrichment programs. MASN staff can guide you as you work through these processes. Program Start-up Support Talk with MASN staff regularly for guidance and moral support as Read more…
Featuring afterschool-specific keynotes and breakout sessions specific to afterschool.
The Entrepreneurship in Afterschool Peer Learning Community (PLC) provides support and resources to afterschool programs engaging in entrepreneurship education. Although entrepreneurship education is available to all grades, this PLC focuses on opportunities for middle and high school students in out-of-school time programs. As a peer learning community, this group shares Read more…
MASN facilitates monthly Afterschool Program Director Networking Calls on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. Each opportunity to collaborate will focus on a different topic, announced in advance, so program directors can prepare questions or be ready to share experiences and expertise.