Program quality is critical for equitable out-of-school time learning.
We help out-of-school time providers build and maintain the skills, knowledge, and tools needed to deliver high-quality programs to Indiana’s youth.
Program quality is critical for equitable out-of-school time learning.
We help out-of-school time providers build and maintain the skills, knowledge, and tools needed to deliver high-quality programs to Indiana’s youth.
Program quality is essential for better student outcomes.
Time and time again, research has found that regular participation in high-quality out-of-school time programming is linked to significant gains in students’ work habits and academic growth, as well as reductions in problematic behavior and school-day absences. Quality OST programs are intentionally designed to provide engaging activities that are sequenced and aligned with program goals and are taught by trained, dedicated instructors who work effectively with youth.
Program quality is essential for better student outcomes.
Time and time again, research has found that regular participation in high-quality out-of-school time programming is linked to significant gains in students’ work habits and academic growth, as well as reductions in problematic behavior and school-day absences. Quality OST programs are intentionally designed to provide engaging activities that are sequenced and aligned with program goals and are taught by trained, dedicated instructors who work effectively with youth.
Our approach to supporting quality
We support out-of-school time by establishing quality standards, providing professional development, and supporting data collection and continuous improvement efforts for all Indiana programs.
Quality standards can unite a diverse out-of-school time community by creating a shared definition of quality that aligns with the unique needs of each program. Aligning professional development with these standards can strengthen staff learning and sustain continuous improvement by emphasizing professional guidelines and practices.
MyIAN is our one-stop shop for program quality building. Rate your program’s performance with our strengths-based self-assessment. Access lesson plans, engagement ideas, and team tools in our resource repository. Continue to build your knowledge and skills with our online professional development system.
