OST Learning Institute December 2023 Newsletter

OST Learning Institute

December 2023 Newsletter

10th Annual OST Symposium

Upcoming Training Opportunities

Key Elements in Workshop Design for Youth

Facilitated by Melina O'Grady

Friday, January 19th

10:00am - 12:30pm

344 Broadway

Check out other OST Learning Institute offerings here.

Want to add to your activity planning skill set?

Join us for an introductory training on Key Elements in Workshop Design for Youth. We will review the Assessment of Program Practices Tool (APT) to explore planning quality activities that promote specific skills, stimulate thinking, encourage collaborative work, center youth voice, and spark curiosity.

OSTLI Introductory Recorded Trainings

The OST Learning Institute is pleased to provide introductory recorded trainings. Along with the recordings, participants are provided study guides and slides to support learning and reflection. After completing the training, submit the quiz to receive Professional Development Credit.

We encourage staff leaders to explore these training videos with their teams. We are here to support you with any questions you may have. Sarina@agendaforchildrenost.or g

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

Youth Development K-5

Youth Development Middle Years

SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT

Positive Behavior Support

EQUITY & ACCESS

Cultural Proficiency: A Way of Being

Gender Dynamics & Gender Identity

FAMILY ENGAGEMENT

Keeping it Real in Family Partnerships

Request access to recorded trainings

An Exciting Opportunity to Join the AFCOST Team!

As many of you know, our ESON Coordinator, Shawn Proctor has recently moved on to a new position as Manager for The Center for Families. Now, we are looking to fill the position!

This position will serve as the Coordinator of the Elementary School-Out-of-School Time Network (ESON). ESON is a coordinated and committed coalition of Cambridge out-of-school time providers, schools, families, and community partners who work together to provide equitable access to quality learning experiences beyond the school day and school year for JK-5 children.

Interested? Click here to apply or share the link with someone who would be a great fit!

If you have questions, please feel free to contact Khari Milner, khari@agendaforchildrenost.org

If you have questions about professional development, please contact ashley@agendaforchildrenost.org