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Assistant Director at Waters Edge Elementary Afterschool Program Uses Prime Time Scholarships to Earn Degree and Certifications
In 2013, Martinique (Marti) Jamison entered the out-of-school time field with an immediate passion for her work. The experience was beyond gratifying, as she realized the impact she could have by building relationships with and being a positive role model for the youth she served. Her desire to learn and continue growing her role in…
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 MoreBerkshire Elementary Afterschool Professional Receives Scholarships and Financial Incentives to Continue Her Education
A seven-year afterschool veteran, Chantell Gonzalez says that one of the things she loves about the field is the rewarding feeling that comes from building those unique relationships with the children and parents and that this feeling is truly like no other. Chantell knows that something as small as saying hello or asking a student…
Read MorePrime Time Takes Afterschool Professionals on a Field Trip to Loggerhead Marinelife Center
On Wednesday, May 18, 2022, Prime Time expanded learning opportunity provider Loggerhead Marinelife Center (LMC) in Juno Beach. hosted a Prime Time STEAM cohort professional development field trip. Afterschool directors and practitioners (17) joined Prime Time’s STEAM Professional Development Specialist Patricia Sasson for a morning of sea turtle 101 and marine biology. LMC educator Emily…
Read MoreScholarships and a Higher Education Led Vickey Wright to Becoming a Better Counselor, Teacher and Mentor
Professionalizing the out-of-school time field is essential to increase practitioners’ knowledge, skills and attitudes so that they may positively affect the quality of programming that is delivered in the afterschool hours. City of West Palm Beach – Gaines Park Community Center Counselor Vickey Wright took advantage of Prime Time’s scholarships to attend classes at Palm Beach…
Read MoreEdna Runner Featured on CBS 12 News as a Home Town Hero for Her Work with Youth
Original Story from CBS Channel 12 NewsWritten by Samantha KerriganCBS12news.com JUPITER, Fla. (CBS12) — This week’s “Hometown Hero” is a woman who’s dedicated most of her life to helping kids and families who need it most. Edna Runner’s passion for education inspired her to create an afterschool program for kids in her hometown of Jupiter nearly…
Read MoreMotivated by Her Passion for Youth Development, LaTricia Achieves her Educational Goals with the Help of Prime Time
Boys & Girls Club Marjorie S. Fisher is lucky to have afterschool professional LaTricia Jenkins, an out-of-school time veteran of 18 years! Jenkins enjoys being able to make a powerful difference in the lives of youth. She loves to build healthy positive relationships while mentoring and guiding them to live healthy lifestyles. She is truly the…
Read MoreWorking in Palm Beach County Afterschool Program Inspired Practitioner to be First Generation College Graduate While Making a Difference in the Lives of Children
Ezequiel Buenanueva-Vila began his journey working in afterschool more than three years ago when he began working as a counselor and now an activity leader at Heritage Elementary Afterschool Program. Every professional working in afterschool or summer programs has a purpose for being there. Ezequiel loves working with youth because he enjoys connecting with them.…
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 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…
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