Many Parents Now Want a More Personalized, Flexible Learning Experience for Their Children
A majority of parents are now looking for a more personalized, flexible education for their children—a desire likely fueled by experiences from remote and hybrid education during the pandemic. In
Opportunity: CCDF supplemental funds available for school-age programs
Now and over the next year, states are focusing on spending “child care CCDF supplemental funds” that must be obligated by 2023 and liquidated in 2024. State administrative agencies of the Child
How To Make Schools Safer Without Additional Physical Security Measures
On June 25, 2022, President Joe Biden signed the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act (BSCA) into law, spurred in part by the tragic mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, one
Afterschool: A Bipartisan Solution to Help Young People Thrive
At a time of deep partisan divides, Afterschool Alliance surveys have found an area of consensus around support for afterschool and summer learning programs. Across the political spectrum, parents identifying
Lights On Afterschool – Celebrating Kids’ Recovery
October 20th is Lights On Afterschool! Afterschool programs provide opportunities for school age students to engage in academically enriching activities, take part in physical activities, build friendships, gain confidence, learn
A Bold New Initiative – Opportunity to Engage Every Student
Engage Every Student is a bold new call to action to provide high-quality out-of-school time learning opportunities for every child who wants to participate. The initiative, launched by U.S. Secretary