Resources on How to Talk to Children about the Riots at the U.S. Capitol

By Katie Jacob | January 12, 2021 |

[…] you would like to share, please share by commenting here. “Watch for changes in eating, sleeping, emotional volatility or clinginess in kids. Take breaks from the news. And keep inviting them to talk, even if they don’t seem to want to take in what’s happening.” https://www.npr.org/…/how-to-talk-to-kids-about-the… “Right now, there is a lot of information […]

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3-5 week 4 Monster Puppet

By Katie Jacob | April 21, 2020 |

[…] LAURA GRAHAM FUN ACTING GAMES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY MAKE A MONSTER Players are going to create a giant monster puppet! One player starts with a sound and a simple repeating gesture that expres ses their part of a monster. Then another player can join in when they have another sound and gesture that […]

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Scholarships and a Higher Education Led Vickey Wright to Becoming a Better Counselor, Teacher and Mentor

By Katie Jacob | April 7, 2022 |

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 […]

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July 22.Shilpa

By Katie Jacob | June 26, 2020 |

[…] with the aerospace industry  Gain insight into a STEM career and learn the steps it takes to become a professional in this area  Ask interview questions of our guest STEMExplore expert STEMExplore VIRTUAL CAREER CONNECTION Date: Wednesday, July 22 , 2020 Time: 1:00 -1:30 pm Guest Mentor: SHILPA BOTU Associate Director & […]

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Afterschool Director Takes Advantage of Prime Time Scholarships to Reach Her Dreams

By Katie Jacob | January 6, 2021 |

[…] my dreams come true!“ If you are interested in taking advantage of Prime Time’s Professional Development Scholarship opportunities, or learning more about the educational pathways available at Palm Beach State College, Prime Times Career Advisor and Registry Coach Elisa Moro is available to answer your questions and help you reach your professional development goals! https://i0.wp.com/www.primetimepbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/GradwalkMortin.jpg?resize=290%2C313&ssl=1

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Session 3 – Sharing K-2

By Katie Jacob | April 21, 2020 |

Session 4.3: Sharing Level K-2 In today’s activity, you and your child will learn about a keystone species that shares its home with many local animals. A short story with pictures will be provided for you and your child to learn about gopher tortoises together. Your child will then either craft a home for […]

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July 29.Dr. Karlisa Callwood

By Katie Jacob | June 26, 2020 |

[…] in fisheries manag ement  Gain insight into a STEM career and learn the steps it takes to become a professional in this area  Ask interview questions of our guest STEMExplore expert STEMExplore VIRTUAL CAREER CONNECTION Date: Wednesday, July 29 , 2020 Time: 1:00 -1:30 pm Guest Mentor: DR. KARLISA CALLWOOD Marine Scientist […]

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Session 3 – Sharing 3-5

By Katie Jacob | April 21, 2020 |

Session 4.3: Sharing Level 3-5 In today’s activity, you and your child will learn about a keystone species that shares its home with many local animals. A short story with pictures will be provided for you and your child to learn about gopher tortoises together. Your child will then either craft a home for […]

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Dr. STEAM and Sally Science Bring the Magic of STEAM to Afterschool

By Katie Jacob | January 31, 2022 |

The educational themes of science, technology, engineering, arts and math, better known collectively as STEAM, allow children and youth to explore the world around them in new ways, while practicing valuable life skills including critical thinking, and collaboration. Out-of-school time (OST) programs offer a chance for participants to engage in these educational opportunities with a […]

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