It’s official! Governor Mike Parson has proclaimed October 20, 2022 to be Lights On Afterschool Day. You can download a copy to share during your Lights On Afterschool celebration.
By: Kya Nilges In rural Pulaski County, Crocker R-II’s LEAP program is transforming afterschool opportunities for its students. When Jessica Stewart, principal of Crocker Elementary, saw a need in the community, she had to act. Read more…
By: Cristal Sanchez As soon as Maria Bohannon opens the doors of the ACE afterschool program, she is ready to make connections with those who may feel unconnected. “The intention is ‘how is your day’,” Read more…
STEM learning doesn’t just happen in the classroom—it thrives in afterschool programs, community spaces, and real-world experiences. That’s why the Flight Crew, a national youth ambassador program led by the STEM Next Opportunity Fund, is Read more…