Resiliency and Life Skills Basics Onboarding – SELF-PACED
10/06/2026 – 10/12/2026 @ All Day – What do Resiliency and Life Skills really mean? In this self-paced virtual training, participants will be able to develop a foundational understanding of resiliency and life skills, including an introduction to common language and structures used in state and national frameworks to guide effective implementation in OST settings. Participants also reflect upon why resiliency and […]
Read MoreSee Their Side: Nurturing Empathy That Lasts – IN-PERSON
10/09/2026 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am – Every interaction is a chance to make a difference. Learn how empathy helps you better understand youth experiences, respond thoughtfully and create meaningful moments that supports positive development. Gain practical techniques you can use immediately in your program. Training Objectives Participants will: Understand the concept of empathy and practice active listening skills that model empathy. […]
Read MoreSTEAM Initiative Cohort – Part Two – IN-PERSON
10/09/2026 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am – Bring curiosity, creativity and discovery to your program through engaging STEAM experiences! This interactive six-part cohort is designed for out-of-school time professionals who want to confidently lead hands-on activities that connect science, technology, engineering, art and math to the real world. No STEAM background is required. Together, you’ll explore easy-to-implement lessons, strengthen your facilitation skills and discover how STEAM can spark […]
Read MoreSTEAM for Leaders: Supporting Quality Informal Science in your OST Program – Part One – IN-PERSON
10/09/2026 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am – This leadership cohort is a “hybrid” learning experience. By registering for this series, you are committing to attending all training sessions both in-person and virtual. For Directors and Assistant Directors only. Participants are REQUIRED TO ATTEND ALL TRAININGS in the series and complete assignments in between trainings. Your staff are learning new STEAM strategies, and this leadership series gives you the tools […]
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