We advocate and build capacity with a unified voice for sustainable investments in safe, nurturing after school experiences.
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Jun 15
ALICE works hard to keep families and communities moving forward every day.
But when the cost of basics soars, even small increases have an immediate impact on tight household budgets.
Learn more through our new Report, The #StateOfALICE in TN: UnitedForALICE.org/Tennessee.
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Jun 12
Tune in TODAY (Friday) for @afterschool4all's monthly Policy Pulse chat w/ Senior VP of Policy Erik Peterson! Catch up on policy developments & how they might impact afterschool & summer programs.
Register: bit.ly/4unm6xC
Submit questions: bit.ly/4dWjORd
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Jun 11
The #LightsOnAfterschool contest is here & entries are due in 1 WEEK (June 18)! Whether it's a mural or a drawing, @afterschool4all is looking for TN artwork that celebrates afterschool. Submit today for the chance to win $500 for your program!
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Jun 10
It's election season! Students in TN need your help to make sure candidates are committed to prioritizing afterschool programs. We’ve put together an Afterschool Election Kit packed with resources to help advocates make their voices heard. Check it out: bit.ly/4e8g6CO
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The Dept of Ed finalized their priorities for grants related to workforce readiness. Afterschool plays a critical role in early career exposure, & based on these guidelines, the field appears positioned to support schools seeking opportunities.
Read more: bit.ly/43XukSc
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Submissions for the #LightsOnAfterschool poster contest are due in 2 weeks! The Afterschool Alliance is looking for artwork that celebrates afterschool. Submit your art today for the chance to win $500 for your program! afterschoolalliance.org/afte…
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Deadline is June 18! TN, show what afterschool means to you in a drawing, painting, graphic design, or mural and you could win $500 and have your artwork viewed by millions for #LightsOnAfterschool. See the full rules for submitting your entry: afterschoolalliance.org/afte…
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May 29
The #LightsOnAfterschool poster contest is on and we want to see a Tennessee winner! Entries are due in 3 weeks, on Thursday, June 18. The winner gets a cash prize and bragging rights. You can mail or email your entries - Follow this link to learn more:
afterschoolalliance.org/afte…
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May 25
Today is more than the official start to summer. It's Memorial Day, the day we honor the men and women who have died for our country. All gave some, but some gave all. Please have a safe and blessed holiday. 🇺🇸 #MemorialDay 🇺🇸
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May 21
The Afterschool STEM Hub's new "Say This, Not That" guide offers research-backed messaging strategies to help you make the case for afterschool STEM in a variety of conversations — from policymakers to funders. Check it out!
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May 20
This #MentalHealthMonth, check out the Fund IRL coalition! If public resources become available through social media litigation, investing in afterschool programs is a way to strengthen conditions that support youth well-being. Learn more at FundIRL.org!
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May 18
School is almost out — what does the summer hold for America’s kids? Register to join @afterschool4all TOMORROW at 1 p.m. ET for the the release of the latest #AA3PM data: afterschoolalliance.org/webi…
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May 12
NEW #AA3PM data reveals the latest on program participation, unmet demand, and parent perspectives.
Join the official release webinar on May 19 to dig into the findings, hear policy recommendations, and ask questions.
Register now! afterschoolalliance.org/webi…
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May 11
What's new in afterschool? 📷Check it out: the new Afterschool STEM Message Framing guide, the free Smithsonian National Education Summit, or encourage your students to apply to the Carnegie Youth Fellowship closing on 5/31! afterschoolalliance.org/afte…
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A new research brief from @metronyu highlights the importance of building internal capacity and commitment, community and leadership buy in, diverse community partnerships, and multiple funding streams to sustain #summerlearning for students. bit.ly/4to7JsN
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7 in 10 program providers remain optimistic about their program's future. 💙
Check out the findings from Afterschool Alliance's latest program provider survey to better understand what providers are facing and how you can advocate for them:
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Register today! Every 2nd Fri. at noon ET, Sr. Policy VP Erik Peterson will recap the latest policy developments, what we know about how they may impact afterschool & summer programs, & what may be coming next. Submit your questions in advance. Follow: afterschoolalliance.org/webi…
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Join us on Tuesday, May 19 at 1 P.M. ET, for the release of brand new data on summer program participation, unmet demand, & parent perspectives. This data is drawn from America After 3PM nationwide household survey every five years. Register here: afterschoolalliance.org/webi…
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Register today for a STEM webinar on May 7, at Noon ET. The new White House budget will eliminate 21st CCLC, cut NSF by 50% , & more. This episode breaks down the threats to STEM funding & what advocates can do now. afterschoolalliance.org/webi…
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Apr 22
What if social media lawsuit settlements funded afterschool programs?
Join The Children's Funding Project and Afterschool Alliance TOMORROW, on April 23 at 2 PM ET to learn how Fund IRL is working to make it happen, and how you can join the movement:
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