Posts by Katie Jacob
Out-of-School Time Program Celebrates the End of Summer with a Mini Carnival for Children and Youth
Monday, August 8, 2022, marks the official end of summer and start of back-to-school week for elementary schools across Palm beach County. One participant of the Palm Beach County Quality Improvement System used the last Friday of the summer to celebrate the transition back to school in an incredibly creative and fun way. Kingswood Academy…
Read MoreKitty Lundan’s People of Power Show Talks High Quality Afterschool Programs and What Families Can Look For
Prime Time’s Director of Quality Improvement Teal Chance recently joined Kitty Lundan on The People of Power Show via Facebook Live to share what families should look for when considering high-quality afterschool programs for their children and what they can do if they are waitlisted. In case you missed it, you can view the full video…
Read MoreSubmit Your Plans to Celebrate Lights On Afterschool in October and Win Gift Card to Help Support Event
In America today, 7.6 million children are alone and unsupervised after school. Afterschool programs keep children safe, help working families and inspire learning. They provide opportunities to help young people develop into successful adults. Lights On Afterschool was launched in October 2000 with celebrations in 1,200 communities nationwide. Today, more than 8,000 Lights On Afterschool rallies are held annually, attracting about a…
Read MoreAttract Job Candidates & Retain Staff
Share on social media or email. Afterschool programs have risen to the occasion and stepped in to serve children and families, but now they need our support. The Afterschool in the Time of COVID-19 survey finds that afterschool programs are severely affected by the hardships created by the pandemic. As programs work to continue to…
Read MoreInteractive, Concert-like Experience Encourages Youth in Palm Beach County Summer Camps to Dance, Stay Fit and Live Healthy
This year Digital Vibez kicked off its 11th annual KidsFit Jamathon on Friday, July 22, 2022, in the Glades and Thursday, July 28, 2022, at the South Florida Fairgrounds in West Palm Beach. Digital Vibez invites Palm Beach County summer camps to an innovative, interactive, concert-like experience for youth that motivates and inspires them to…
Read MorePalm Beach County Organizations Came Together to Host Successful Virtual Youth Summit to Promote Building a Better You, Future and Community
This spring, community partners in Palm Beach County came together to begin planning for the Palm Beach County Youth Summit, a momentous event that gathers more than 600 local middle and high school students, community groups, volunteers, and law enforcement for a day of empowerment, education, and great entertainment. In Palm Beach County, thousands of…
Read MoreLake Worth Playhouse and Local Summer Camps Present American Bandstand
Prime Time expanded learning opportunity provider Lake Worth Playhouse and Early Learning Academy, Acts of Kindness Summer Camp and Barton Elementary – For the Children Summer Camp presented American Bandstand on Wednesday, July 20, 2022. Performance included classics such as “Dancing in the Streets,” “American Bandstand,” and “The Hustle.” Prime Time’s Communication Team captured the…
Read MoreTwo New Initiatives from the U.S. Department of Education are Reminders of the Vital Role that Afterschool and Summer Learning Programs have in Our Children’s Education
Contact: Katie Jacob, Director of Communications Prime Time Palm Beach County, Inc. (561) 732-8066kjacob@primetimepbc.org On July 14, 2022, U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona and the Afterschool Alliance, AASA, the School Superintendents Association, National League of Cities, National Summer Learning Association, and the National Comprehensive Center at Westat on came together for a special event that…
Read MoreYasmin’s Commitment to Out-of-School Time and Professional Development Led her to Promotion as Afterschool Director
Starting as counselor and working her way up to director, Yasmin Hernandez attributes her success over the past 10 years to hard work and determination. Yasmin gained experienced while using her education as a catapult to become a leader at Seminole Trails Elementary Afterschool Program. One of the reasons she loves working with youth is…
Read MoreCelebrate National Summer Learning Week at Engage Every Student Virtual Launch Event
Thursday, July 14, 2022, 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 EDT Every young person deserves both a quality education and the rich and varied opportunities and supports available in out-of-school time programs. With access to quality programs after school and during the summer, young people can explore their interests, build relationships, and engage with their communities. Join…
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