LOI for McElhattan OST Funding Due June 30th
Based on a growing body of research, we know that interest-driven experiences in OST settings are key to unlocking the critical learning and life skills that help children to flourish. Because learning does not stop when the school day ends, we know that after-school programs, as well as OST programs happening in museums, parks, and libraries, offer rich opportunities for learning and growth. We want to invest in OST learning experiences where youth can connect to positive adult mentors, feel safe to try new things, and have the opportunity to acquire and hone new skills.
We want to strengthen and expand OST learning in the Pittsburgh region to ensure that programming is more widely available to the students who need it most. Through this funding focus, we will prioritize investments in organizations providing after-school and informal learning opportunities for children living in poverty and/or people of color.
We want to expand quality learning experiences and are interested in funding organizations that demonstrate a commitment to implementing critical quality standards, including:
- social-emotional learning and skill development
- positive relationship development among youth and with trusted adult mentors
- youth-centered approaches that help individuals build on their strengths and talents; and
- strong partnerships with families and schools
To apply for support in our out-of-school-time learning area, please review our application process and take a look at our frequently asked questions. If you have additional questions, please email us at info@mcelhattan.org.
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Register for the APOST Virtual Summer Conference for OST!
The APOST Virtual Sumer Conference for Out-of-School Time is less than two weeks away! Beginning the week of Monday, June 14, we’ll be featuring 8 professional development workshops tailored to help youth practitioners working in Out-of-School Time prepare for the unique challenges in front of us as we continue into Summer 2021. Whether you’re operating in-person, virtually, or both, we’ll have something for you to help you and your staff be ready for success as we come to grips with a new normal!
Check out all of our great offerings on the agenda we’ve created here!!! including topics such as social emotional learning, trauma informed care, equity, health and wellness, and more!
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APOST News You Can Use Goes To Once A Month
Over the past several years, APOST has offered the weekly News You Can Use to share OST information and resources. We will continue to share this e-newsletter with everyone, but APOST will move to a monthly e-newsletter. We will continue to provide OST information and resources in News You Can Use, but only on the first Tuesday of the month starting in July.
Even though today will be our last weekly News You Can Use, please send any information, job postings, or resources for our monthly e-newsletter to Damon Bethea at damon.bethea@unitedwayswpa.org. See you July 6th!
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Health Resources for Children and Families
Community Health Department at UPMC's Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh has a list of health resources for children and families.
Check them out here!
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Check-In With Providers Across the Region at the OST Providers Meet Up
Date: Tuesday, June 22nd 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Join APOST and the Pittsburgh Learning Collaborative for our third OST Providers Meet Up to network with programs across Allegheny County and Southwestern PA to workshop ideas, talk funding, staffing, and all things summer. We’ll highlight a couple opportunities coming your way and give you a chance to connect with peers about upcoming plans. We hope to see you there!
Register on Eventbrite here!
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You Decide
Trauma Training: Advancing Trauma Informed , Resilience-Oriented Approaches
A virtual two part training series for professionals working with Latinx immigrant and refugee communities in Southwestern PA
Dates: June 11 & 17, 2021 | 9AM-12:30PM | Zoom Meeting
Join the Latino Community Center and National Council for Mental Wellbeing for a free two-day virtual trauma training event! Presenters will cover advanced trauma-informed care practices with a focus on the needs of Latinx immigrant and refugee communities.
Register in English!
Register in Spanish!
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