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2025 50 State Afterschool Network Leaders Meeting
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Monday, April 14
 

10:45am MDT

Communications: Organizing Your Communications Efforts: Building Your Strategy
Monday April 14, 2025 10:45am - 12:15pm MDT
Eagle AB
This will be a hands-on session designed to help network staff make the most of their communications efforts. Together we will brainstorm and share insights to tackle topics like: How do we get the best return on investment with limited communications resources? What should I be promoting and when? How do I measure success? Whether you are just getting started or want to hone your existing strategy, you’ll leave with guidance and ideas to help you advance your most important goals.
Speakers
AC

Annie Cornett

Consultant, Social Legends
UH

Ursula Helminski

Sr VP External Affairs, Afterschool Alliance
LL

Laurie Lennon

Sr VP of Communications, Burness
MR

Maria Rizo

Afterschool Alliance
Monday April 14, 2025 10:45am - 12:15pm MDT
Eagle AB
  Sharing Sessions, Communications

10:45am MDT

Leadership: Exploring Equitable Leadership & Management Practices
Monday April 14, 2025 10:45am - 12:15pm MDT
Bear AB
This session will provide a space to exchange ideas about how to be more equity-centered in the leadership and management of our Networks. Using a range of reflection tools, we’ll explore culture and conflict, relationship building, staff development and supervision, and organizational operations. We’ll share our experiences and surface tangible ways to make transformational shifts in mindsets, behaviors and structures towards more equitable organizations and thriving teams.
Speakers
RO

Ruth Obel-Jorgensen

Consultant, Corazon Catalysts
Monday April 14, 2025 10:45am - 12:15pm MDT
Bear AB
  Sharing Sessions, Leadership

10:45am MDT

Policy: Policy Updates for OST Advancement with the STEM Next Fellows
Monday April 14, 2025 10:45am - 12:15pm MDT
Tamaya Ballroom EFGH
STEM Next deploys Fellows in high-impact placements with Federal agencies to advance STEM and OST learning by establishing channels of communication between local communities and the federal government and disseminating funding opportunities to networks and programs. Join this session for the latest policy updates.

Access resources from this session HERE.
Speakers
avatar for Jodi Grant

Jodi Grant

Executive Director, Afterschool Alliance
Since 2005, Jodi Grant has been Executive Director of the Afterschool Alliance, a nonprofit public awareness and advocacy organization working to ensure that all children and youth have access to quality, affordable afterschool programs. As Executive Director, she oversees federal... Read More →
avatar for Holly Miller

Holly Miller

Research Fellow, IES
Dr. Holly Miller serves as the Advisor for Afterschool and Summer Learning in the Institute of Education Sciences at the US Department of Education.Dr. Miller is passionate about research-based educational policy that supports students and teachers achieving their full potential in... Read More →
avatar for Tasha Owens-Green

Tasha Owens-Green

STEM Next Fellow, STEM Next
Tasha Owens-Green, M.Ed. & MFT STEM NEXT School-Aged and Early Care Fellow Tasha Owens-Green serves as the School-Aged and Early Care Fellow in the Office of Human Services Policy at the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation Tasha Owens-Green is dedicated... Read More →
avatar for Philip Steigman

Philip Steigman

STEM Next Out-of-School Time and Early Education Policy Fellow, STEM Next/HHS ASPE
Philip Steigman is an Out-of-School Time and Early Education Policy Fellow at the office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation (ASPE) at the US Department of Health and Human Services. Philip’s primary interest is translating emerging research into practices that... Read More →
avatar for Sheronda Witter

Sheronda Witter

Out-of-School Time Advisor, US Department of Education
Dr. Sheronda Witter serves as the Out-of-School Time Advisor in the Office of the Secretary at the U.S. Department of Education. In this capacity, Dr. Witter helps to drive and coordinate the Department’s Engage Every Student Initiative, which is a bold call to action to provide... Read More →
Monday April 14, 2025 10:45am - 12:15pm MDT
Tamaya Ballroom EFGH
  Sharing Sessions, Policy

10:45am MDT

Quality: Unified and Inclusive Quality Building Systems
Monday April 14, 2025 10:45am - 12:15pm MDT
Puma ABC Meeting Room
Programs engaged in meaningful, ongoing quality systems produce better youth outcomes. Programs are often required to participate in multiple systems driven by multiple funding streams. Join us to explore how states can align, unify, and simplify quality systems to create more efficient and effective quality improvement.
  • 21st CCLC
  • SACC
  • City-wide efforts
  • Funder driven efforts
Speakers
KF

Kelly Frank

President & Owner, Social Legends
Monday April 14, 2025 10:45am - 12:15pm MDT
Puma ABC Meeting Room
  Sharing Sessions, Quality

10:45am MDT

Research & Data: Collecting Data for Impact Case Studies 1
Monday April 14, 2025 10:45am - 12:15pm MDT
Hawk ABC
What type of data should states be collecting to demonstrate impact?  How are they collecting, organizing, and using data for policy, research, and quality improvement?  This session will feature an in-depth look at Utah’s data collection systems providing inspiration and guidance for other states wanting to implement similar practices.  Then, New Mexico will demonstrate the maps created from their program level data collection efforts.  Finally, North Carolina will share how they used their state specific data as a powerful tool to help tell their afterschool impact stories in their Landscape Analysis.
Speakers
avatar for Terri Foulkes

Terri Foulkes

Executive Director, Missouri AfterSchool Network
Terri Foulkes is the Network Lead for the Missouri AfterSchool Network.  The Missouri AfterSchool Network builds systems across the state that improve, support, and sustain high quality afterschool programs.
Monday April 14, 2025 10:45am - 12:15pm MDT
Hawk ABC
  Sharing Sessions, Research & Data

1:30pm MDT

Communications: Communicating Impact: Demonstrating the Value of Your Network
Monday April 14, 2025 1:30pm - 3:00pm MDT
Eagle AB
This workshop will focus on tips and strategies you can use to help different audiences–from funders and policymakers to providers and partners–understand the unique value of your state network. Hear how your peers communicate about their network and impact, see what materials they’re using, and learn how they’ve addressed common challenges. Everyone will have time and space during this session to workshop messages and ideas, brainstorm, and learn from other networks.
Speakers
AC

Annie Cornett

Consultant, Social Legends
UH

Ursula Helminski

Sr VP External Affairs, Afterschool Alliance
LL

Laurie Lennon

Sr VP of Communications, Burness
MR

Maria Rizo

Afterschool Alliance
Monday April 14, 2025 1:30pm - 3:00pm MDT
Eagle AB
  Sharing Sessions, Communications

1:30pm MDT

Leadership: The Changemaking Power of a Network
Monday April 14, 2025 1:30pm - 3:00pm MDT
Bear AB
Network models have the power to create movements that make the impossible possible. Join us to explore the why and how of a network approach and learn how to build your network to advance OST in your state ecosystem.
  • What makes a network model unique?
  • What is the value of a network approach?
  • Examples of how OST has benefited from the network approach – we would not have achieved this if it had not been for a network model.
  • Examples of how states have built and cultivated their network model:
    • Policy Example
    • Quality example
    • System building example
    • Investment in OST example
    • Increasing awareness/value of OST example
Speakers
KF

Kelly Frank

President & Owner, Social Legends
KR

Kelly Riding

Consultant, Social Legends
Monday April 14, 2025 1:30pm - 3:00pm MDT
Bear AB
  Sharing Sessions, Leadership

1:30pm MDT

Policy: Developing Policy Strategies: State Policy Approaches to Advancing Afterschool and Summer
Monday April 14, 2025 1:30pm - 3:00pm MDT
Tamaya Ballroom EFGH
How are state afterschool networks supporting local afterschool and summer programs through the policy process? Hear from six networks about how they are using particular policy strategies to increase access to quality afterschool and summer programs in their states including through engaging youth in the policymaking process; developing and executing policy agendas and frameworks; and partnering with state agencies and allied organizations. Sharing and discussion will allow all states to lift up successes and challenges to their state policy work.
Speakers
avatar for Erik Peterson

Erik Peterson

SVP of Policy, Afterschool Alliance
Erik joined the Afterschool Alliance in July 2009 and coordinates and advances the Afterschool Alliance’s policy efforts at the federal level by helping develop policy goals and implementing strategies that advance access to quality afterschool programs for all. Erik works to build... Read More →
Monday April 14, 2025 1:30pm - 3:00pm MDT
Tamaya Ballroom EFGH
  Sharing Sessions, Policy

1:30pm MDT

Quality: Building an Afterschool Workforce Pipeline to Meet Today’s Needs and Tomorrow’s Opportunities
Monday April 14, 2025 1:30pm - 3:00pm MDT
Puma ABC Meeting Room
Programs are struggling to attract and retain workers to ensure high-quality programs that can serve the maximum number of youth.  Join us to explore how we can create a career pathway including apprenticeships, credentials, and leadership development experiences to better staff our diverse programs.
Focus Topics
  • Apprenticeships/CTE dollars
  • Credentialing models
  • Leadership development 
  • Alignment with NAA priorities/work
Speakers
EB

Erin Busk

Consultant, Social Legends
KR

Kelly Riding

Consultant, Social Legends
Monday April 14, 2025 1:30pm - 3:00pm MDT
Puma ABC Meeting Room
  Sharing Sessions, Quality

1:30pm MDT

Research & Data: Collecting Data for Impact Case Studies 2
Monday April 14, 2025 1:30pm - 3:00pm MDT
Hawk ABC
What type of data should states be collecting to demonstrate impact?  How are they collecting, organizing, and using data for policy, research, and quality improvement?  This session will feature an in-depth look at Missouri’s data collection systems providing inspiration and guidance for other states wanting to implement similar practices.  Then, Georgia will demonstrate the maps created from their program level data collection efforts, along with reports and materials featuring their BOOST grant data.  Finally, Iowa will share how they used their state specific data as a powerful tool to help tell their afterschool impact stories in their State of Afterschool Research Report.
Speakers
avatar for Terri Foulkes

Terri Foulkes

Executive Director, Missouri AfterSchool Network
Terri Foulkes is the Network Lead for the Missouri AfterSchool Network.  The Missouri AfterSchool Network builds systems across the state that improve, support, and sustain high quality afterschool programs.
Monday April 14, 2025 1:30pm - 3:00pm MDT
Hawk ABC
  Sharing Sessions, Research & Data
 
Tuesday, April 15
 

11:10am MDT

Communications: Amplifying Advocacy: Fueling Success with Effective Communication
Tuesday April 15, 2025 11:10am - 12:40pm MDT
Eagle AB
How are other states advocating for change, leveraging campaigns, and driving action? In this session, you will hear from state networks about their advocacy efforts. We’ll look at effective components of campaigns and state networks’ strategies to increase grassroots action and engage with policymakers. What were their goals and messages, what communications tactics did they use, and what was their impact? Breakout groups will discuss specific tactics in more depth. Attend this session to help you work on your own advocacy strategy, whether you’re planning for the future or looking for ways to hone your current efforts.
Speakers
AC

Annie Cornett

Consultant, Social Legends
UH

Ursula Helminski

Sr VP External Affairs, Afterschool Alliance
LL

Laurie Lennon

Sr VP of Communications, Burness
MR

Maria Rizo

Afterschool Alliance
Tuesday April 15, 2025 11:10am - 12:40pm MDT
Eagle AB
  Sharing Sessions, Communications

11:10am MDT

Leadership: Leadership Unleashed: Mastering the Art of Influence & Impact
Tuesday April 15, 2025 11:10am - 12:40pm MDT
Bear AB
Participants will engage in interactive exercises to hone their persuasive communication skills and learn to apply strategic influence to inspire and mobilize their teams effectively.

The session will cover key techniques for impactful decision-making and demonstrate how to foster a culture of empowerment that drives innovation and results. Attendees will leave with actionable insights on how to exert influence without authority and make a lasting impact within their organizations.
Speakers
avatar for Dennis Johnson

Dennis Johnson

Managing Partner, Sort Sol Group
Tuesday April 15, 2025 11:10am - 12:40pm MDT
Bear AB
  Sharing Sessions, Leadership

11:10am MDT

Policy: Advancing Afterschool in Challenging Policy Landscapes
Tuesday April 15, 2025 11:10am - 12:40pm MDT
Tamaya Ballroom EFGH
Afterschool networks looking to advance afterschool policy in their states face a myriad of potential challenges to that important work. Relying on strong bipartisan support for afterschool and key allies, a number of state networks have overcome challenging political climates and divisive rhetoric to make policy gains that help more young people access quality afterschool and summer opportunities. This session will include state sharing, state policy experts, and plenty of time for discussion.
Speakers
EG

Emma Giamberdino

Policy and Communications Manager, ACT Now Illinois
JH

Jahaziel Hiriart

Director, Oklahoma Partnership for Expanded Learning
JR

Jen Rinehart

Sr VP, Strategy & Programs, Afterschool Alliance
Tuesday April 15, 2025 11:10am - 12:40pm MDT
Tamaya Ballroom EFGH
  Sharing Sessions, Policy

11:10am MDT

Quality: Starting and Scaling Technical Assistance Offerings to Advance Continuous Quality Improvement
Tuesday April 15, 2025 11:10am - 12:40pm MDT
Puma ABC Meeting Room
Whether you are looking to start program quality supports, improve what you have or expand to serve more people and programs – join us to contribute to a marketplace of ideas and explore creative and effective approaches to helping programs improve the quality of their programs.
  • Highlight TA examples – approach, audience, demand, delivery, effectiveness
  • Identify realistic and actionable ideas to advance in your state
Speakers
KF

Kelly Frank

President & Owner, Social Legends
Tuesday April 15, 2025 11:10am - 12:40pm MDT
Puma ABC Meeting Room
  Sharing Sessions, Quality

11:10am MDT

Research & Data: Research Overview: Follow Up from Plenary
Tuesday April 15, 2025 11:10am - 12:40pm MDT
Hawk ABC
Speakers
avatar for Deepa S. Vasudevan, Ed.D.

Deepa S. Vasudevan, Ed.D.

Researcher | Youth, Family, & Community Development, American Institute for Research
Dr. Deepa S. Vasudevan is a researcher at the American Institutes for Research in the youth, family, and community development program area. Through sociocultural inquiry, Deepa explores the working lives of community-based youth workers, youth experiences in out-of-school time programming... Read More →
avatar for Michael Lemon

Michael Lemon

Director, Kansas Enrichment Network
avatar for Sandra Simpkins, Ph.D.

Sandra Simpkins, Ph.D.

Professor, School of Education, University of California, Irvine
Sandra Simpkins, Ph.D. in psychology, is a professor in the School of Education. She received the William T. Grant Young Scholars Award and National Science Foundation CAREER Award to study how families, friendships, and social position factors (such as, ethnicity and culture) shape... Read More →
avatar for Ashlee Lester Sjogren

Ashlee Lester Sjogren

Research Assistant Professor, University of Virginia
Ashlee Sjogren is a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Leadership, Foundations and Policy at the UVA School of Education and Human Development. She is also a faculty affiliate of Youth-Nex, The UVA Center to Promote Effective Youth Development. Her research interests... Read More →
Tuesday April 15, 2025 11:10am - 12:40pm MDT
Hawk ABC
  Sharing Sessions, Research & Data
 
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