It’s almost the most wonderful time of the year again, and we have a line up of great events to get you ready to be back-to-afterschool! These professional development opportunities will get you back in the groove and feeling ready to transition from summer to fall programming. We hope to see you at them all! On […]
State of Black Learning Pittsburgh – RECAP
recap and photos by Ashley Comans, SBL Pgh Panelist and APOST HYPE Project Coordinator Justice, equity, and excellence – were the focus of the Inaugural State of Black Learning Conference, held at Chatham University August 17th – 18th. The conference was organized to further the conversation and constant need for professional development opportunities, as well as train […]
Get on the bus! National Summer Learning Day Tour
Join us for the full day OR one of three opportunities to experience summer learning in action!! For location details and to RSVP please click here. Dear Community Leader, Thousands of kids are participating in high quality summer learning opportunities across the Pittsburgh region. You are invited to see summer learning in action as part of National Summer Leaning […]
It’s APOST Summer Conference Time!
The APOST Summer Conference for Out-of-School Time (OST) is a professional development conference that shares best practices in youth development. This conference is open to youth practitioners and managers of direct service staff who want to increase their skills in working with youth in out-of-school time programming, mentoring relationships, or in summer camps. #PGHSummer18 We will be gathering […]
APOST Monthly Training: CPR, AED, and First Aid Training
Our most popular training is back!! On Thursday, May 24th, APOST will be hosting a CPR, AED, and First Aid Training. This training is always in HIGH demand, so be sure to sign up early to secure your spot! Click here for event details and to register.
National Conferences for Afterschool Professionals
Whether you are looking for inspiration and ideas to improve programming, or are interested in networking with providers across the country, the spring offers a number of opportunities for afterschool professionals to learn, connect and refresh. Here are a few upcoming conferences focused on afterschool and community based organizations. National Afterschool Association Convention I March 18th-21st I Atlanta, GA […]
Simple Interactions Leadership Institute
Simple Interactions Leadership Institute Are you looking for an advanced professional development opportunity? APOST and The University of Pittsburgh School of Education are partnering to bring you the SI (Simple Interactions) Leadership Institute. This special six-week experience will help you identify ways to increase developmental interactions with youth in OST settings, positively supporting the social and emotional well […]
Fall Conference: Thank You!
A HUGE thanks to everyone who attended and presented at Friday’s Fall Conference for Out-of-School Time. It was a great day of professional development and connection with the Out-of-School Time community at the August Wilson Center! Special thanks also to Paul Hernandez, our keynote speaker and presenter, who shared his personal story of after school, along with […]
#PGHSummer17 – SPOTLIGHT 2!
Junior Green Corp Working | Community | Horticulture This week’s Summer Spotlight features Operation Better Block’s Junior Green Corps program! Junior Green Corps’ primary goals focus on work readiness, academic enrichment, Greening Education and Community Engagement. Youth ages 14-19 participate in structured activities that equip them for leadership roles and improve their academic achievement. In […]
Summer Conference – Registration, Event Info, and Workshops Details now available!
Sponsored by APOST and PAEYC Thanks to all conference attendees for a great day! Resource & Presentation Deck Links are listed below. Fostering Active Citizens Food and Fun Curriculum Training Coaching Staff to Perform Building Confidence in Each Other Please join APOST on Friday, June 16th for our annual Summer Conference. The APOST Summer Conference for […]