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
We are the Missouri Afterschool Network!
Partnerships
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.
Learn the Latest News
MASN’s Non-Grantee Technical Assistance in action!
Hear from MASN about Non-Grantee Technical Assistance Ashlee LiskaAssociate Director of Quality MASN’s Non-Grantee TA launched at the 2023 Missouri School Age Conference (MOSAC)! In the months since, programs have…
Upcoming changes to school-age licensing
Upcoming Changes to School-Age Licensing A recent change in Missouri law will make it easier for community-based afterschool programs to get started or expand, meaning more youth will be safe…
Why You Should Present at MOSAC
Hear from Tyler Kearns, Clayton Kid Zone program coordinator & MASN Quality/Professional Development Committee chair Are you passionate about teaching and making a difference in the afterschool program field? If…
The Pitch Challenge is now open!
MASN invites students in afterschool programs and youth organizations to participate in the 2024 Missouri Youth Entrepreneurship Pitch Challenge. Students benefit when immersed in micro-enterprise and entrepreneurial opportunities that connect…
Afterschool, my forever career
Rebecca Longenecker, Quality and PD Committee Co-Chair Rebecca Longenecker, assistant program coordinator for the Nixa XLT Program, and an 11-year program veteran, quickly fell in love with the afterschool community.…
Now Open! 21st Century Community Learning Center Afterschool Grant
A message from Terri Foulkes, MASN executive director “The 21st Century Community Learning Center Grant is a vital funding source for afterschool programs across Missouri. The upcoming grant competition for…