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| Name | Description | Date |
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| SAC/OST Job Quality Standards | Join colleagues to learn together about the National Afterschool Association’s OST Job Quality Standards. We will provide an overview of what they are and their importance to our work, including workforce development, recruitment, retention, and workplace stability. We will share the framework of the 4 Pillars, 16 Elements, and 67 Indicators, which are the observable practices. In addition, we will provide instructions on accessing the Usage Guide to support implementation. | |
| Understanding the Impact: A Data Walk through ECYEH Program Trends and Insights | Step into the world of education data and discover how the ECYEH Program is making a difference for students experiencing homelessness across Pennsylvania. Explore data visualizations from the newly released 2023–24 ECYEH Evaluation Report, including identification trends, access, barriers, and outcomes. | |
| Supporting Youth at the Intersection of Homelessness, Foster Care, and Juvenile Justice: Leveraging Federal Education Programs | This webinar is designed for Homeless Liaisons and Foster Care Points of Contact in LEAs across Pennsylvania. It provides an overview of the unique challenges faced by youth experiencing homelessness, involvement in child welfare and juvenile justice systems, and highlights the federal education programs that serve these intersecting populations. | |
| Workforce Development & OST | Highlighting how OST programs build career pathways, entrepreneurship, and workforce readiness. | |
| Introducing the Act 1 Graduation Plan Toolkit: A Framework for Timely Graduation | Navigating graduation requirements for students experiencing school instability can be complex, but Pennsylvania’s Act 1 and a well-designed Graduation Plan offer clear pathways to academic success. This session introduces participants to the new Act 1 Graduation Plan Toolkit, a practical resource designed to help school entities develop Graduation Plans for eligible students. | |
| Purposeful Healing: Addressing and Preventing Vicarious Trauma | Educators and youth service professionals often experience secondary trauma, particularly when working to support students and families experiencing trauma. Discover strategies for recognizing and preventing vicarious trauma and prioritizing well-being. | |
| STEM & Innovation in Afterschool | Highlighting how OST supports STEM learning, PA STEELS alignment, and future skill-building. | |
| Civic Engagement in OST | Centering equity by addressing gaps in access for rural, urban, and underserved youth. | |
| Act 1 of 2022 Frequently Asked Questions | Join us for an informative walkthrough of the Act 1 of 2022 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) resource. This session will highlight answers to common questions received from educators and practitioners as they continue to implement Act 1 in their schools. Participants will gain practical insights to support consistent and effective application of Act 1 of 2022 policy in everyday school practice. | |
| Refuel: Addressing and Preventing Compassion Fatigue | Dive into the causes of compassion fatigue, a common challenge for those working in youth services. Gain practical tips for self-care, boundary setting, and finding support networks to help prevent burnout and maintain compassion in their work. | |
| Youth Voice in Advocacy | Featuring youth leaders sharing their perspectives and priorities with policymakers and partners. | |
| Policy in Action: What’s Ahead for OST | Previewing upcoming state/federal legislative activity and mobilizing advocates ahead of spring sessions. | |
| Action Day Preparation: Amplifying Our Movement | Preparing for and leveraging OST education & awareness day- statewide visibility efforts. |