This Deep Dive session will focus on ASES, 21st CCLC and ELO-P attendance and operational requirements in the following areas:

-Attendance Reporting (Assist Semi-Annual and CALPADS Reporting)

-Calculating attendance targets

-Grant Reduction rules

-Calendar Year vs Fiscal Year

-Credit for Emergency Closures and Professional Development Days 

-Strategies for accurate attendance tracking

-Audit Implications

-Strategies for Student Recruitment and Retention

-Attendance Benefits in a Single Comprehensive Program

-Strategic Calendering Tool

Social and emotional learning is something we do daily through every interaction, routine, relationship and response. In this engaging and practical workshop, participants will explore the five core SEL competencies through the lens of real-world implementation. Participants will experience hands-on activities, reflection and ready-to-use strategies that help students build confidence, connection, empathy and resilience. Participants will leave with practical tools to intentionally embed SEL into everyday moments and create environments where every student feels seen, supported and valued.

The Zoom meeting link will be sent to registered participants 1 business day prior to the event.

This series is intended exclusively for individuals currently serving as Expanded Learning Site Coordinators. Program Supervisors are encouraged to register to support their Site Coordinators.

The Site Coordinator Development Series is a five-part hybrid professional development series designed to strengthen the knowledge, capacity, confidence and leadership practices of Expanded Learning professionals.

The series is intentionally scaffolded, with each session building upon the previous one to deepen participant understanding over time. Topics progress from foundational systems knowledge and role clarity toward leadership development, program quality, continuous improvement and professional empowerment.

Drawing on the pedagogical insights of bell hooks, participants will engage in reflective learning experiences that connect lived experience, leadership practice, compliance and program quality. Throughout the series, participants will examine how their role contributes to student access, program sustainability, staff culture and the broader story and impact of Expanded Learning. 

Part 2 - Claiming Your Educator Identity: Leadership Rooted in Experience

Building on the foundational knowledge from Session 1, this session focuses on professional identity, confidence and leadership through the lens of lived experience. Participants will reflect on the experiences, values and relationships that shape their work while strengthening their ability to describe their role as educators and leaders within Expanded Learning.

Through reflection and dialogue, Site Coordinators will explore how their personal story and daily practice contribute to meaningful learning environments and stronger connections with youth, staff and school communities.

Site Coordinator Development Series:

Part 1 - What is Expanded Learning? Understanding our System, Our Work and Our Impact

o          Friday, September 18, 2026

Part 2 - Claiming Your Educator Identity: Leadership Rooted in Experience

o          Tuesday, October 6, 2026

Part 3 - Leading Through Relationships: Strengthening Teams, Culture and Practice

o          Tuesday, January 12, 2027

Part 4 - Quality in Action: Using Reflection, Documentation and Data to Strengthen Programs

o          Wednesday, February 24, 2027

Part 5 - Becoming a Transformative Leader in Expanded Learning

o          Wednesday, March 17, 2027

This workshop will provide participants with resources and best practices for helping students with challenging behaviors.  We will break down challenging behaviors, from what it is, to how to stop it before it occurs and how to make adjustments when it arises.

The Zoom meeting link will be sent to registered participants 1 business day prior to the event.

Every behavior tells a story. When we better understand how stress, adversity and trauma impact the developing brain, we can respond in ways that build trust, connection and belonging. In this interactive session, participants will explore the relationship between trauma and social-emotional development, including understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), recognizing triggers and trauma responses and identifying how trauma may show up in student behavior, communication and relationships. Through reflection, supportive discussion and practical application, participants will learn trauma-informed strategies that foster emotional safety, co-regulation, predictability and resilience. Participants will leave with actionable practices to create spaces where students and staff can feel safe to learn, grow and thrive.

The Zoom meeting link will be sent to registered participants 1 business day prior to the event.

Effective leadership requires more than authority—it requires versatility. In this practical course, participants explore the Four Hats of Leadership: Manager, Supervisor, Coach and Change Agent. Each “hat” represents a different responsibility leaders must assume to support operations, guide people, strengthen practice and advance the organization’s vision. Participants learn when to wear each hat and how to shift between them to create effective teams, high-quality work and meaningful progress.

The Supervisor hat centers on people and accountability. Leaders observe staff in action, assess performance and ensure expectations are met. When necessary, supervisors draw clear boundaries and require change. This role includes evaluating practice, providing feedback and ensuring that standards, policies and professional responsibilities are consistently upheld.

The Zoom meeting link will be sent to registered participants 1 business day prior to the event.

This is an online training series. Highly suggested that you register for the full series.

Discover the leader within you!  This hands-on, interactive session will help you develop skills as a leader and inspire others. Learn how to expand your skills as an effective leader and develop a culture of leadership.

The Zoom meeting link will be sent to registered participants 1 business day prior to the event.

Sustainable social and emotional learning requires more than lessons. It requires systems. In this design-thinking-oriented session, participants will explore how to build and strengthen program-wide systems that bring SEL to life through intentional routines, structures, expectations and culture. Participants will examine strategies for embedding SEL into daily program design, strengthening coaching and leadership practices and creating staff alignment that supports consistent implementation. Participants will also explore meaningful ways to measure SEL impact through observation, reflection, student voice and program data. Through guided planning and collaboration, each participant will leave with a customized SEL implementation action plan design to move their program from intention to lasting impact.

The Zoom meeting link will be sent to registered participants 1 business day prior to the event.

Learn strategies to establish program climate and culture, create a routine of clear expectations, policies, and procedures. Create an environment of cooperation, accountability, consistency, respect, success, and learning in your program.

The Zoom meeting link will be sent to registered participants 1 business day prior to the event.

This training will explore practical strategies for guiding student groups in after-school settings using evidence-based behavior supports. Participants will learn how group dynamics influence behavior and how to structure activities, transitions, and group expectations to promote engagement, cooperation, and positive behavior across the entire group.

The Zoom meeting link will be sent to registered participants 1 business day prior to the event.

This 3-part series is designed to strengthen how Expanded Learning programs support school readiness through intentional, developmentally appropriate learning experiences. 

School readiness is not limited to the school day. It can be strengthened through meaningful learning opportunities across the full day, including after-school programming.

Part 2 - Minds in Action: Strengthening Skills Through Exploration and Inquiry

As students in grades 2–3 grow in confidence and independence, Expanded Learning programs can help deepen critical thinking, collaboration and academic skill development through active learning experiences. This session highlights engaging strategies that weave literacy, math thinking and inquiry-driven exploration into projects, games and everyday interactions. Participants can expect practical approaches that support curiosity, creativity and student engagement beyond the school day.

Elementary Learning Series:

•             Part 1 - Learning Through Play: Building Foundations in Expanded Learning

•             Wednesday, September 9, 2026

•             Part 2 - Minds in Action: Strengthening Skills Through Exploration and Inquiry

•             Friday, December 4, 2026

•             Part 3 - Part 3 – Empowered Leaders: Building Voice, Choice and Leadership for Real-World Thinking

•             Friday, February 19, 2027

Bring learning to life as you discover new, interactive, and engaging activities and provide ways to deepen learning with your students. These activities can be adapted for different age groups to make learning fun.

The Zoom meeting link will be sent to registered participants 1 business day prior to the event.

This series is intended exclusively for individuals currently serving as Expanded Learning Site Coordinators. Program Supervisors are encouraged to register to support their Site Coordinators.

The Site Coordinator Development Series is a five-part hybrid professional development series designed to strengthen the knowledge, capacity, confidence and leadership practices of Expanded Learning professionals.

The series is intentionally scaffolded, with each session building upon the previous one to deepen participant understanding over time. Topics progress from foundational systems knowledge and role clarity toward leadership development, program quality, continuous improvement and professional empowerment.

Drawing on the pedagogical insights of bell hooks, participants will engage in reflective learning experiences that connect lived experience, leadership practice, compliance and program quality. Throughout the series, participants will examine how their role contributes to student access, program sustainability, staff culture and the broader story and impact of Expanded Learning. 

Part 3 - Leading Through Relationships: Strengthening Teams, Culture and Practice

Site Coordinators play a critical role in leading teams, supporting staff and navigating relationships across school communities. This session focuses on practical leadership skills that strengthen communication, team culture, coaching, problem-solving and accountability within Expanded Learning programs.

Participants will explore how leadership is reflected through daily interactions, decision-making and the culture they help create for staff and students. The session emphasizes leadership as influence grounded in trust, empathy, clarity and consistency.

Site Coordinator Development Series:

Part 1 - What is Expanded Learning? Understanding our System, Our Work and Our Impact

o          Friday, September 18, 2026

Part 2 - Claiming Your Educator Identity: Leadership Rooted in Experience

o          Tuesday, October 6, 2026

Part 3 - Leading Through Relationships: Strengthening Teams, Culture and Practice

o          Tuesday, January 12, 2027

Part 4 - Quality in Action: Using Reflection, Documentation and Data to Strengthen Programs

o          Wednesday, February 24, 2027

Part 5 - Becoming a Transformative Leader in Expanded Learning

o          Wednesday, March 17, 2027

Effective leadership requires more than authority—it requires versatility. In this practical course, participants explore the Four Hats of Leadership: Manager, Supervisor, Coach and Change Agent. Each “hat” represents a different responsibility leaders must assume to support operations, guide people, strengthen practice and advance the organization’s vision. Participants learn when to wear each hat and how to shift between them to create effective teams, high-quality work and meaningful progress.

The Coach hat builds on observation by providing guidance, encouragement and practical support. Leaders help staff improve their skills through feedback, modeling, problem-solving and resource sharing. Coaching focuses on growth rather than correction, helping individuals strengthen their practice and develop confidence while working toward higher levels of effectiveness.

The Zoom meeting link will be sent to registered participants 1 business day prior to the event.

This is an online training series. Highly suggested that you register for the full series.

Calling all Site Coordinators with new staff that need some additional support!  

Come learn how to use evidence based Behavioral Skills Training (BST) to support and develop Frontline Staff. Learn how to identify skills for improvement and use the four basic steps of BST: Instruction, Modeling, Rehearsal and Feedback to improve quality of care and performance of frontline staff. 

The Zoom meeting link will be sent to registered participants 1 business day prior to the event.

Student wellness is more than meeting needs. It is about creating experiences where students feel safe, connected, capable and valued. In this engaging and hands-on workshop, participants will explore practical ways to support the social, emotional and overall well-being of students through everyday interactions, intentional routines and meaningful relationships. Together, we will examine how connection, belonging, emotional regulation, resilience and purpose influence student growth both in and beyond school. Participants will experience ready-to-use practices, relationship-centered strategies and student engagement tools that help young people navigate challenges, build confidence and develop a stronger sense of self and community. Participants will leave with actionable ideas to embed wellness into daily programming and create spaces where every student knows they matter.

The Zoom meeting link will be sent to registered participants 1 business day prior to the event.

Foundations for Positive Relationships and Emotional Growth”, focuses on building meaningful connections and establishing trust with students to support their emotional development and strengthen classroom relationships.  

The Zoom meeting link will be sent to registered participants 1 business day prior to the event.

Create authentic relationships and meaningful ways to partner with youth, build leadership skills, and encourage youth voice and expression. Learn how to create opportunities for choice, engagement, and ways to plan, implement, and evaluate program activities through skill-building activities.

The Zoom meeting link will be sent to registered participants 1 business day prior to the event.

Effective leadership requires more than authority—it requires versatility. In this practical course, participants explore the Four Hats of Leadership: Manager, Supervisor, Coach and Change Agent. Each “hat” represents a different responsibility leaders must assume to support operations, guide people, strengthen practice and advance the organization’s vision. Participants learn when to wear each hat and how to shift between them to create effective teams, high-quality work and meaningful progress.

The Change Agent hat focuses on purpose, vision and meaningful progress. Leaders connect daily work to the larger mission of the organization and help guide transformational improvement. Rather than simply maintaining systems, they inspire innovation, encourage reflection and help teams move beyond routine tasks toward deeper impact and lasting change.

The Zoom meeting link will be sent to registered participants 1 business day prior to the event.

This is an online training series. Highly suggested that you register for the full series.