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Save the Date: 2020 Indiana Summit on Out-of-School Learning
Tuesday and Wednesday, April 14-15, 2020 | Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis
Our 9th annual conference will feature two days of exciting workshops and events hosted by the Indiana Afterschool Network and the Indiana Department of education. More than 600 youth programs, educators, and community partners will join together to connect, learn new ideas, and access valuable resources for Indiana’s K-12 youth.

Interested in presenting at the 2020 Summit? Our call for presenters is now open!

View the full RFP (for reference only – click the link below to submit your online RFP)
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Submit your RFP today! Deadline for submissions: December 20, 2019

Indiana Academy on Out-of-School Learning
Join hundreds of Indiana out-of-school time professionals in the Academy. All courses are aligned with the Indiana Afterschool Standards, CYC credentials, and CCDF requirements.

My Afterschool Locker
IAN’s new go-to place to find resources that strengthen program quality. The one-stop shop supports programs focusing on curriculum, community engagement, workforce connectivity, and team tools – it provides lesson plans, engagement ideas, and connections to Indiana organizations and individuals in the field of afterschool and out-of-school time.

Indiana Quality Program Self-Assessment
Programs seeking to measure and track their progress using the Indiana Afterschool Standards can use the FREE online Indiana Quality Program Self-Assessment (IN-QPSA). Organizations and programs can create reports, compare results over time, and aggregate results from multiple sites. The tool includes downloadable surveys for staff, community partners, families, and youth, with automated reporting to help programs track progress over time.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

National Science Teaching Association – Virtual STEM Conference

December 7, 2019 | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM EST | Virtual
Research has shown how important out-of-school STEM experiences can be in developing an interest in science, especially at the elementary school level. Join the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) for their Virtual STEM Conference to learn about the value of connecting in-school and out-of-school STEM activities, to hear from educators who have implemented successful programs, and to explore ways you can connect your learning environment to settings outside your building.

Program Highlight

Spotlight Story:Level 10 Martial Arts College Beech Grove, IN

Meet Matthew Tucher, the Head Instructor at Level 10 Martial Arts College.Matthew began his martial arts training at just 13 years old after taking classes in an after school program. “I moved schools a few times in my youth, and that led to being the new kid in class. I wasn’t very social either which made me a prime target for bullies. I never had the courage or confidence to stand up for myself”.

With renewed confidence through training, Matthew earned increasing opportunities for leadership and teaching. He now runs the school with his wife, Ashley Tucher, Program Director, who also trained in the school.

Read more about Matthew’s inspiring journey from student to Head Instructor here: http://bit.ly/2MBzbSp.

To learn more about the benefits of martial arts training and the programming at Level 10 Martial Arts College visit www.level10martialarts.com

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UPCOMING EVENTS

National Science Teaching Association – Virtual STEM Conference

Program Highlight

Spotlight Story:Level 10 Martial Arts College Beech Grove, IN