Professional Development
NAA publishes fresh, new content every week covering a wide variety of topics related to the field of aftershool. Be sure to check in regularly.
4 Tips to Improve Efficiency and Focus on Quality
Tuesday, 04 June 2019 09:54There’s no room to be mediocre in afterschool—high quality programs are a must! Follow these four core tips to improve administrative efficiency so you have more time to focus on program quality.
Reading Is a Way to Learn
Tuesday, 04 June 2019 09:49Development is not about luck. As the quote from Charles Tremendous Jones says: "The only difference between who you are today and the person you will be in five years will come from the books you read and the people you associate with."
Why Not? The Leadership Top 10
Tuesday, 28 May 2019 10:38Leadership takes far more than what meets the eye.
Leadership Connections Across Generations
Tuesday, 28 May 2019 10:11If your workplace is like mine, you currently have several generations of adults working side-by-side: the silent generation, baby boomers, Generation X, xennials, millennials and now the beginning of Generation Z.
In the Words of a Next Gen: Where Do I Go From Here?
Tuesday, 28 May 2019 10:07The recent Celebration of Leadership Reception at the 2019 National AfterSchool Association's Annual Convention in New York City brought together and lifted up those who have made significant contributions to the field of afterschool.
Reflections on a Civil Rights Learning Journey
Tuesday, 21 May 2019 00:05The Summer of 1964 was a defining moment for our country.
7 Things to Consider When Evaluating Out-of-School Time Management Software
Tuesday, 21 May 2019 00:02As a childcare director, one of your main goals is to deliver successful and engaging programs for students.
History of Afterschool in America
Monday, 20 May 2019 15:46Driven by a family need for afterschool supervision of youth—as well as the need for youth to have access to expanded learning opportunities—afterschool programs have become an integral part of the community landscape.
Are You Up for an Adventure?
Monday, 13 May 2019 21:51How can youth intentionally build life skills like critical thinking and adaptability, while engaged in adventures like overnight camping or deconstructing an appliance?
The Results for NAA19 Top Presenters are Here!
Monday, 13 May 2019 21:48Educational content and opportunities to learn and share continue to be the No. 1 reason afterschool professionals and leaders participate in NAA's Annual Convention.
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