A Network of Champions advocating for high-quality Afterschool programs for all of Delaware's school-age children and families!

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Respect OST Community. DDOE has released an RFP for organizations interested in administering 21st CCLC programs. A Virtual Pre-Bid Mtg. is scheduled 5-13-26 at 2:00 p.m. via Teams buff.ly/2T8oLa8 Meeting ID: 281 022 995 422 38 Passcode: RZ6cR2Uf. Hope you will attend!
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Join Attendance Works and the Institute for Educational Leadership for the 2nd 2026 Attendance Awareness webinar—Your Presence Matters. Summer contact with students and families builds belonging and attendance. buff.ly/ARQAAfi
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American After 3pm summer data is being released, and the Delaware Afterschool Network (DEAN) invites you to an exclusive webinar breaking down findings on the summer learning gap, parent demand, and the role of OST programs across Delaware. Register: buff.ly/WOtDqxK
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The Delaware Afterschool Network wants to take a moment to acknowledge Mental Health Awareness Month. We encourage you to lead with grace-both for others and for yourself. Remember that wellness is the foundation of all our success. Let's make this a month of collective care.
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Join Delaware for the 2026 release of KIDS COUNT. The Power of Data to Transform. For 30 years, a trusted, nonpartisan data source guiding decisions reviews trends and show how public data drives policy and community. Register by May 13, 2026, 10 AM: buff.ly/WDe8pMb
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Join Delaware for the 2026 release of KIDS COUNT. The Power of Data to Transform. For 30 years, a trusted, nonpartisan data source guiding decisions reviews trends and show how public data drives policy and community. Register by May 13, 2026, 10 AM: buff.ly/WDe8pMb
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Join Attendance Works and the Institute for Educational Leadership for the 2nd 2026 Attendance Awareness webinar—Your Presence Matters. Summer contact with students and families builds belonging and attendance. buff.ly/ARQAAfi
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In just 30 minutes on the first Thursday of each month, join experts from across the STEM landscape as they provide factual information, practical strategies, and actionable resources to help you navigate the ever-changing world of STEM. Register:buff.ly/TjaWrzM MAY 7/26
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Out-of-school time (OST) programs reach over 7 million young people. Join the Collaborative for Health Equity in Out-of-School Time (CAHE-OST) on Thursday, April 30, 2–3 p.m. ET for the webinar Prepared & Empowered: register: buff.ly/rGBi4Ii
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Out-of-school time (OST) programs reach over 7 million young people. Join the Collaborative for Health Equity in Out-of-School Time (CAHE-OST) on Thursday, April 30, 2–3 p.m. ET for the webinar Prepared & Empowered: register: buff.ly/rGBi4Ii
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Afterschool programs: STEM Next and Verizon have launched free STEM Learning Journeys designed for OST settings—plus a stipend opportunity of up to $1,500 for programs that complete the Nature & Sustainability journey. Learn more: bit.ly/STEMLearningJourneys #STEMNext
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Out-of-school time (OST) programs reach over 7 million young people. Join the Collaborative for Health Equity in Out-of-School Time (CAHE-OST) on Thursday, April 30, 2–3 p.m. ET for the webinar Prepared & Empowered: register: buff.ly/rGBi4Ii
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Join Attendance Works and the Institute for Educational Leadership for the 2nd 2026 Attendance Awareness webinar—Your Presence Matters. Summer contact with students and families builds belonging and attendance. buff.ly/ARQAAfi
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DNA DAY is the perfect time to spark students’ curiosity about genomics and health and life science careers. STEM Next has curated free, ready-to-use resources to help educators and program leaders engage youth in career-connected DNA learning. buff.ly/vTgeP8p
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Teens: explore real STEM careers at this STEM Next Career Chat on April 29! Hear from professionals at BAE Systems, Illumina, MEFA, and RTX and learn how your interests can connect to future careers. Register today: bit.ly/4tgp07F
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Join Attendance Works and the Institute for Educational Leadership for the 2nd 2026 Attendance Awareness webinar—Your Presence Matters. Summer contact with students and families builds belonging and attendance. buff.ly/ARQAAfi
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Out-of-school time (OST) programs reach over 7 million young people — about 3 million with chronic health conditions. Join the Collaborative for Health Equity in Out-of-School Time (CAHE-OST) on Thursday, April 30, 2–3 p.m. Learn more and register: buff.ly/rGBi4Ii #CAHE
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Afterschool programs: get ready to celebrate DNA Day! STEM Next and Illumina are offering free resources to help youth explore genomics and the careers it powers. Join the free webinar on April 16 and access activities, learning journeys, and more. buff.ly/vTgeP8p
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Afterschool programs: STEM Next and Verizon have launched free STEM Learning Journeys designed for OST settings—plus a stipend opportunity of up to $1,500 for programs that complete the Nature & Sustainability journey. Learn more: bit.ly/STEMLearningJourneys #STEMNext
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Respect OST Community! It's Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week & it's more than a celebration—it is a call to elevate the essential role afterschool professionals play in strengthening youth, families & communities. Celebrating 22 OST providers who attended the NAA26!
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