On a recent evening in Gasconade County RII, the school was buzzing with energy, not from a typical school day, but from something just as powerful: a night of connection, community, and celebration. The Excellence in Extended Learning (ExcEL) Afterschool Program, a 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) grantee, Read more…
This week we celebrate the work of people who drive the Missouri Afterschool Network’s mission to sustain high-quality afterschool programs: afterschool professionals. The mobilizers of our amazing afterschool programs make a deep impact on the lives of youth- and it’s important they gain recognition for their around-the-clock work. Our staff Read more…
Amid an early March blizzard, Missouri and Kansas afterschool leaders weathered the storm for a promising new event: the Afterschool Leadership Conference (ALC). Co-hosted by the Missouri AfterSchool Network (MASN) and the Kansas Enrichment Network (KEN), ALC is a new kind of conference that bolsters connections and supports afterschool leaders. Read more…
Meet a few of Missouri’s Afterschool Ambassadors: Advocating for Access and Opportunity At the Missouri AfterSchool Network (MASN), we believe that every child deserves access to high-quality afterschool programs—and we know that real change starts with strong advocates. That’s where our Afterschool Ambassadors come in. The Afterschool Ambassadors program is Read more…
“Casey was one of the first friends I made when I came into this wonderful afterschool profession, and I quickly recognized that she was a bright, enthusiastic, creative and quality leader—not only of her program in Warrensburg—but in our field. Casey’s resilience and passion to provide quality afterschool for the Read more…
Every year, afterschool professionals from across Missouri gather for an event that is more than just a conference—it’s an opportunity to grow, connect, and find a sense of belonging. The Missouri AfterSchool Network (MASN) invites program directors, coordinators, and direct service staff to the annual Missouri School Age Conference (MOSAC). Read more…
Pitch Challenge Details 2025 Rules Sign Up Fueling Innovation and Growth at Operation Breakthrough At Operation Breakthrough, students are not just learning—they’re building, innovating, and shaping a more sustainable future. Through the Green Tech, Garden, and Entrepreneurial Programming, young minds engage in hands-on experiences that integrate STEM, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. Read more…