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Launch of Prime Time’s First Out-of-school Time Cohort Focused on Social and Emotional Learning
In October 2023, Prime Time launched the very first out-of-school time (OST) cohort focused on social and emotional learning, drawing on the lessons learned from the Partnerships for Social and Emotional Learning Initiative (PSELI). Learn about PSELI findings here. The four participating sites in the 2022-2023 yearlong cohort pilot are Adopt a Family, Greenacres Afterschool…
Read MorePrime Time and Local Out-of-school Time Programs Celebrate Lights On Afterschool
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 million individuals and media coverage nationwide. Lights On Afterschool is America’s only national rally for afterschool programs, which keep children safe, inspire them to learn, and give working parents peace of…
Read MorePrime Time Offers Training Stipends to Out-of-school Time Practitioners
To keep out-of-school time (OST) practitioners learning so they can continue to improve their practice, and now, more than ever, provide the high quality experiences for young people, all OST practitioners who are currently working with children and youth in Palm Beach County and complete trainings offered on Prime Time’s training calendar will qualify for…
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 New Job Candidates to Your Afterschool Program with the Help of Prime Time Palm Beach County
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 MoreChoose a High-Quality Afterschool Program for Your Child this School Year
Contact: Katie Jacob, Director of Communications Prime Time Palm Beach County, Inc. (561) 732-8066 kjacob@primetimepbc.org Research shows that high-quality afterschool and summer programs can lead to substantial academic, social and emotional benefits for children and youth. As families begin to think about the new school year and plans for their children and youth during after school hours, Prime…
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 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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