Please register and share with your networks about some of our upcoming April webinars. Please visit our Professional Development page for a full listing of upcoming events.
K-12 Engagement at Penn State: Building Pathways, Partnerships & Future-Ready Youth
Wednesday, April 2, 11:00 a.m. - noon | Virtual
Penn State is shaping the future of education by fostering meaningful partnerships, hands-on learning experiences, and innovative pathways for youth engagement. Through 377+ youth programs, and collaborations with schools, community organizations, and initiatives, we are preparing students to be adaptable, forward-thinking, and ready for anything.
This webinar will explore:
How Penn State’s youth programs impact 30,000+ students annually, offering immersive learning experiences.
The Readiness Institute’s mission to empower youth to thrive in their communities and future workforce.
The Global Impact Forum High School Student Spotlight connecting students’ innovation and ideas with global leaders.
The Penn State K12 Sustainability Summit, where educators collaborate with experts to drive solutions for a more sustainable future.
The impact of Remake Learning Days, a celebration of creativity, exploration, and discovery that empowers youth and educators.
Whether you're an educator, school leader or out-of-school time leader, discover how we can collaborate to build sustainable learning ecosystems that empower students to explore, create and lead in a rapidly evolving world.
Join us for a virtual session introducing RISE, a ready-to-use, five-week curriculum designed to boost ELA and Math outcomes for K–8 students in out-of-school time settings. RISE offers OST educators high-quality instructional materials, targeted professional development, and built-in pre- and post-assessments to identify learning gaps and measure student progress. Backed by third-party research, RISE has shown impressive results—students gained the equivalent of 4–5 additional weeks of learning, while English Language Learners (ELLs) saw gains of 7–8 weeks compared to peers. In summer 2024 alone, RISE supported more than 38,000 students across 105 community-based organizations (CBOs) and 350 school districts nationwide.
Whether you're looking to enhance academic enrichment or align with Pennsylvania’s learning standards, this session will provide a practical overview of how RISE can elevate your summer and afterschool programming.
Last Girls Who Code Summer Programs Webinar Before the Application Deadline!
Informational Webinar: Wednesday, April 9, 7 p.m.
Application deadline: April 11
Register to join Girls Who Code on Wednesday, April 9, at 4 PM PT / 7 PM ET for the last chance to get your Summer Programs questions answered live before the April 11 application deadline! 🌟 Learn about two Summer Programs for high schoolers. 🌟 Hear directly from program alums and staff. 🌟 Discover how participants can build community and career-ready skills in just a few short weeks!
There are no fees to apply or participate in Summer Programs, and no prior computer science experience is needed.
All high school girls and non-binary students are encouraged to apply, including Summer Programs alums!
Using Child Care Contracts to Expand Afterschool Access in Underserved Areas
April 2, 2 p.m. | Virtual
The Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) is an over $12 billion federal investment that helps states support the child care needs of working families with children up to age 13.
In 2024, new federal regulations required state-led agencies administering CCDF to use at least some grants and contracts to fund guaranteed child care slots, including in underserved areas.
Join Afterschool Alliance for a webinar to explore this policy change as an opportunity for afterschool providers to collaborate with state agencies, identify service gaps, and explore ways school-age programs can be included in funding opportunities to meet underserved needs.
June 4, 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Pennsylvania State Capitol, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Join us to educate and advocate for the importance of out-of-school time opportunities in Pennsylvania! Parents, program providers, youth, educators, faith-based leaders, and community and business leaders from across the state will unite at The Pennsylvania Capitol to engage with legislators.
You will receive a Zoom link to participate in Advocacy Day training when you register:
Wednesday, May 14, 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. (adults and staff)
Pennsylvania Afterschool/Youth Development Network (PSAYDN) is an initiative of Center for Schools and Communities, division of Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit
275 Grandview Avenue, Suite 200, Camp Hill,PA,17011
