Ready to make a difference?
The Youth Advocacy Summit empowers students to raise their voices, influence change, and make a real impact in their communities.
October 14-15, Jefferson City
Missouri School Age Conference
When: Nov. 20-22
Where: Lake of the Ozarks
Registration is open for MOSAC 2026! Join us as we explore what it means to be Built to Last — for our students, our staff, and our programs. Learn more at MOSAC.org.
Southwest Afterschool Professionals Conference
This in-person gathering is designed for afterschool staff and youth workers ready to build new skills, discover fresh ideas, and recharge for the year ahead.
September 19 in Nixa
Afterschool Learning Institute
Save the date! Join youth workers from across Missouri and Illinois for a day of hands-on professional development.
October 10 in St. Louis
Middle School and High School Leadership Summit
Register your students now for a day packed with hands-on activities, peer networking, and leadership-building fun!
October 14, Columbia
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Building partnerships: at the local, state and national levels.
Policy
Supporting policies: that sustain and advance afterschool programs.
Quality
Ensuring quality: by creating statewide systems for programs and professionals.
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Happy Lights On Afterschool
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…