May 22 2019, 9:30AM Topic: Best Practices for Mentee Training & Preparation Each month, TMP presents a topic of discussion, a training or workshop over breakfast at our offices. Catered specifically to staff of mentoring organizations, this series offers leaders the chance to catch up on each other’s projects and to learn about the latest research, best […]
WEBINAR: Innovations in SEL Action Research and Practice
This upcoming webinar hosted by CASEL’s Vice President of Research, Dr. Robert J. Jagers and CASEL Board Member, Dr. Kimberly A. Schonert-Reichl, will showcase the work of pioneers and innovators in SEL research, all of whom were recently awarded CASEL’s Joseph E. Zins Award. Mon, Nov 5, 2018 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM EST […]
Webinar: The Value of Out-of-School Time Programs
Free Webinar Thursday, July 26, 2018 2:00-3:15 PM EDT Recently, longstanding federal funding for after-school programs has come under scrutiny. In response, the RAND Corporation issued a report, “The Value of Out-of-School Time Programs,” that provides an overview of the rationale for publicly funding Out-of-School Time (OST) programs, outlines a model for linking different categories of OST […]
Camille Zubrinsky Charles: “The Real Record on Racial Attitudes”
Thursday April 5, 2018 12:00pm to 1:30pm School of Social Work Conference Center: Room 2017 of the Cathedral of Learning; 4200 Fifth Avenue in Pittsburgh “The Real Record on Racial Attitudes.” Camille Zubrinsky Charles, PhD, Walter H. and Leonore C. Annenberg Professor in the Social Sciences; Professor of Sociology, Africana Studies & Education; and Director, Center for Africana […]
WEBINAR: Bridging the Gap Between Afterschool and Workforce
Tue, Mar 20, 2018 2:00 PM – 3:15 PM EDT Employability skills like communication and critical thinking are among the most desired by employers, but evidence suggests a gap in those skills among young workers. To address this gap, the afterschool sector is finding ways to provide high quality skill-building experiences outside of the classroom […]
Introduction to Finding Grants
Introduction to Finding Grants Wednesday, March 29 │ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm │ CLP – Main│Free! Are you new to the field of grant seeking? Join us and discover what motivates funders to give and what they are looking for in nonprofits seeking grants. Learn how to identify the best funding prospects and how […]
Youth Today Webinar: Practitioners doing research. How can it improve OST?
Practitioners doing research. How can it improve OST? October 5, 2016 at 1pm EST In this webinar you will learn about teacher inquiry, and how it can improve program practice. Then, you will hear from OST practitioners who have been participating in the National Afterschool Matters Practitioner Fellowship, and how engaging in inquiry has changed […]
Youth Today Webinar: Culturally Based Programs to Support ELL
FROM RESEARCH to PRACTICE Youth Today is offering our third 30-minute lunch-time webinar series which can be used by Out-of-School Time (OST) and youth development practitioners to design research-based programs and quality instructional activities. Each webinar pairs researchers with practitioners from out-of-school time programs, beginning with an overview of the research literature on the topic, […]
Non Profit Resource Center: First-Time Federal Grant Seekers
First-Time Federal Grant Seekers Tuesday, September 13, 2016 9:30 AM–3:30 PM Main (Oakland) This full-day seminar will provide information about researching, planning, writing and submitting grant applications to federal government agencies. The seminar will introduce executives, project managers, development staff and grant proposal writers to the overall process and procedures involved in successfully preparing and […]
PSU CSATS – Arctic Plant Phenology Learning through Engaged Science (APPLES) Climate Change Workshop
Join us at Penn State this summer for exciting opportunities to experience cutting-edge research and classroom implementation strategies! Arctic Plant Phenology Learning through Engaged Science (APPLES) Climate Change Workshop Dates: July 25-29, 2016 Location: Penn State University, University Park, PA Teacher Benefits: • Lodging and meals provided • Travel support for teachers from partnered schools, […]