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Two 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…
Read MorePrime Time Board Member and the Law Office of Salesia Smith-Gordon Team Up to Make a Generous Donation to Nonprofit that Helps Youth Thrive
In celebration of Lawrence Gordon, Prime Time’s board of directors’ vice president’s 70th birthday, Prime Time Palm Beach County received $2,880 in generous donations. Of the amount received, the Law Office of Salesia Smith-Gordon matched donations with a $1,000 contribution. In lieu of presents, guests attending a May birthday celebration for Gordon were asked to donate to Prime Time, an organization that Gordon has devoted…
Read MoreProviders/Individuals Wanted for Community Empowerment Program in Riviera Beach, Belle Glade, Pahokee and South Bay
Application Open Tuesday, July 5, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. Deadline: Friday, July 29, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. Prime Time Palm Beach County seeks individual contractors or organizations who can deliver direct service programming to youth residing in Riviera Beach, Belle Glade, Pahokee and South Bay, Florida, that is intended to supplement, not replace, existing out-of-school time programming.…
Read MoreMaking Measurement Meaningful
Blog written by Femi Vance, Senior Researcher, American Institutes for ResearchBlog contributors Celine Provini, Ph.D., Director of Research, Annick Eudes Jean-Baptiste, Ph.D., Research Manager, Suzette Harvey, President/CEO, Prime Time Palm Beach CountyBlog published June 13, 2022, on AIR website Making Measurement Meaningful | American Institutes for Research (air.org) Making Measurement Meaningful The COVID-19 pandemic has…
Read MorePrime Time Visits More Than 145 Afterschool Programs to Ensure Practitioners Feel Recognized and Appreciated
Boynton Beach, FL, April 28, 2022 – Prime Time Palm Beach County is celebrating Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week in April, along with the National AfterSchool Association, to recognize, appreciate and advocate for those who work with young people during out-of-school time hours. “Research shows that afterschool professionals make a profound difference in the lives of…
Read MoreShare the Love: Nominate Your Colleagues for Prime Time’s Advancing Afterschool Awards
Prime Time’s Advancing Afterschool Awards honor exemplary individuals for their work in the field of afterschool. On May 13, 2022, award recipients will be recognized for their commitment to quality standards, dedication to the children they serve and their contributions to the afterschool field. Before we can celebrate these individuals on day two of our…
Read MorePrime Time Palm Beach County is Seeking Expanded Learning Opportunity Providers
Date: February 9, 2022 BOYNTON BEACH – Prime Time Palm Beach County, Inc. is seeking qualified organizations to provide high-quality expanded learning opportunities for out-of-school time programs or to deliver train-the-trainer sessions for practitioners serving school-age children and youth in out-of-school time programs in Palm Beach County, Florida. Promoting equity and diversity are important tenets…
Read MoreBlack History Month Resources for Your Afterschool Program
Prime Time Palm Beach County is celebrating Black History Month in February, honoring the contributions and sacrifices of African Americans who have helped shaped the nation. Let it be known that Prime Time celebrates and honors Black history as an organization all year-round. With a mission to help children and youth succeed by strengthening and expanding quality in…
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…
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