• ACEs, Trauma, and Resilience in School-Age Programs

    Learn about the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) study, and how those findings can shape our afterschool and youth programs. Connect the concepts of ACEs, trauma, and resilience to practices in...

  • ACEs, Trauma, and Resilience in School-Age Programs

    Learn about the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) study, and how those findings can shape our afterschool and youth programs. Connect the concepts of ACEs, trauma, and resilience to practices in...

  • Exploring a STEM Identity

    Learn techniques to help youth ‘try on’ roles in order to develop a STEM identity. STEM identity is critical for youth in developing interests and skills in STEM: youth who...

  • Exploring a STEM Identity

    Learn techniques to help youth ‘try on’ roles in order to develop a STEM identity. STEM identity is critical for youth in developing interests and skills in STEM: youth who...

  • Professionalism: The Cornerstone of Quality Programming

    This professional development course helps school-age staff strengthen their professionalism by aligning decisions with child development knowledge, setting career goals, and participating in ongoing education. It emphasizes creating respectful workplace...

  • Regulations 101

    Navigating New York State child care regulations can feel overwhelming—but regulations are designed to support children's health, safety, and well-being. This highly interactive training introduces participants to the structure and...