Posts by Katie Jacob
Watch Egret Lake Elementary Afterschool Program Perform with Young Singers of the Palm Beaches
The Prime Time Young Singers Choir at Egret Lake Elementary Afterschool Program presented “Singing and Ringing in a Holiday of Lights” on December 16, 2021. Children and youth showcasing their vocal, xylophone and chime skills, as they performed for their families with help from with Prime Time expanded learning opportunity provider, Young Singers of the…
Read MoreYouth in Local Afterschool Programs Took Center Stage this Holiday Season with Lake Worth Playhouse
The children and youth from Sacred Heart and City of Greenacres Afterschool Programs joined Prime Time expanded learning opportunity Provider, Lake Worth Playhouse, for a special holiday showcase in early December. The participants from these programs took the stage to sing, dance and act as they performed a collection of holiday classics, including: “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas,” “Mele Kalikimaka,” “Feliz Navidad,” “Jingle Bell Rock,” “The Grinch” and “Blue Christmas.” Teaching artists Deshon Allen and Laura Graham from Lake Worth Playhouse worked with each…
Read MoreAfterschool Professional Pursues her Education to be the Best Version of Herself for Youth in Her Program
An afterschool professional since 2015, Sara Cabrera loves working in afterschool because she is able to incorporate creativity into learning, provide extra assistance for children and allow them to have a safe place. Sara has fond memories of the afterschool program she attended as a child. “Afterschool was my favorite part of the day.” – Sara Cabrera,…
Read MoreRestorative Practices in OST Training Series Promotes Equity of Voice and Belonging for Youth, Staff and Families
Prime Time Palm Beach County is now offering Restorative Practices in OST, a three-part training series where out-of-school time (OST) professionals are invited to learn how to create a culture of care through a structured process that supports all youth to have an equal voice while developing social and emotional skills. The goal of this…
Read MoreEquitable Hiring & Staff Development Practices to Break Down Systemic Barriers & Increase Access in Out-of-School Time
SHARE ON SOCIAL: As a 20-year organization that provides supports for out-of-school time (OST) professionals to develop programs that inspire children to be their best and allow them to thrive socially and academically, Prime Time Palm Beach County recognizes and is working with partners, funders and allys in positions of power to break down systemic…
Read MoreAfterschool Professional is Awarded $4,000 for Her Commitment to the Out-of-School Time Field
Assistant Afterschool Director Kamille Bailey-Anderson at Forest Hill Elementary Afterschool Program has loved working in the field for the past four years because each day brings something new. From the start of her career in afterschool, Kamille knew that she wanted to continue working with children. “The youth at my program always keep me laughing, smiling and on my toes at all times. The…
Read MoreYouth in Afterschool Program Sets His “Eyes on the Prize” and Two Years Later is Rewarded through Prime Time Incentive
Youth who participate in afterschool programs in Palm Beach County and beyond know that these programs are home to rewarding experiences, as they are able to develop their social and emotional skills, explore new interests and grow into their true selves. For children and youth at Clifford O. Taylor Kirklane Elementary Afterschool Program in Lake Worth, Florida, these rewarding experiences go one step further. Here, youth…
Read MoreAfterschool Professional at City of Greenacres Uses Prime Time Resources to Receive Higher Education and Make Greater Impact on Youth
Once a youth attending the City of Greenacres, Adam Mohammed (pictured right) now an afterschool professional says being an afterschool professional affords him more life lessons than he could imagine. Now, five years working in afterschool, Adam enjoys being able to watch the youth at the City of Greenacres grow and help guide them along the way. “It doesn’t matter what age they…
Read MorePrime Time Palm Beach County Offers Virtual One-on-One College and Career Advising
Are you interested in or already pursuing the youth development pathways at Palm Beach State College and utilizing Prime Time scholarships? Prime Time Palm Beach County is now offering one-on-one or full site support in getting you jump started or registered for the upcoming semester. Join a virtual session and get all the one-on-one help…
Read MoreAfterschool Professionals Build Inclusive Spaces for All Youth Through Training with The Arc of Palm Beach County
The Arc of Palm Beach County, a Prime Time expanded learning opportunity (ELO) provider ensures youth with disabilities can participate in out-of-school time (OST) programs alongside their peers, through their community inclusion program. The Arc offers inclusion trainings to OST practitioners that focus on the needs of youth with development disabilities, offering interactive strategies and activities that encourage appropriate…
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