School: After Hours

Join us for an insightful discussion with Michael Garcia on the critical aspects of building a positive program culture for youth development. In this episode, Michael emphasizes the importance of creating safe, healthy, and happy environments for bo...

In this episode, we sit down with Eva Joe Meyers, a seasoned youth development expert and co-creator of the Spark Deck. They discuss the creation and impact of Spark Decks—sets of cards designed to help youth development professionals and educators m...

In this episode of the School After Hours podcast, we dive into the critical topic of student attendance with attendance strategist Johnetta Moore. Discover how attendance impacts not only the school environment but also after-school programs, and le...

In this engaging episode of the School After Hours podcast, Jaylee welcomes Kerwyn Phillip to delve into the critical topic of financial literacy in out-of-school programs. As financial literacy gains traction in educational settings, Kerwyn shares p...

In this episode, we sit down with Gina Prosh, an esteemed author and educator, to explore the profound impact of cultivating positive emotions in children. Gina shares her inspirational journey from academia to writing, leading to the development of ...

In this enlightening episode of the "School After Hours Podcast," Juan Alvarado joins us to delve into the critical elements of culture building in out-of-school time programs and creating safe environments for staff and students. Juan discusses the ...

In this engaging episode, Emily Fleming shares her journey from classroom teacher to entrepreneur in the field of yoga and mindfulness education. With a background in special education and significant experience in teaching yoga to children, Emily di...

In this insightful episode, I delve into effective strategies for wrapping up the 1st half of your youth program's semester while preparing for the new year ahead. With an emphasis on reflection, evaluation, and forward-thinking, I share practical ti...

Join Dre'mon Miller, the founder of Street Smartz Over Safety, as he discusses the power of collaboration, accountability, and community engagement in youth development. Discover how his program supports not only young men but also girls, preparing t...

Join us as we do a LIVE recording at the VPOST (Virginia Partnership for Out-Of-School-Time) 15th annual conference. We wrapped up the conference with a vibrant discussion with guests Dr. Virginia Patterson, Executive Director of Mentor VA, and Sharo...

In this episode of "School After Hours," host J. Lee delves into the art of planning holiday and special events as the school year unfolds into the busy fall season. This discussion is timely as educators and youth program planners enter a period pac...

In this captivating episode, we were joined by the insightful Teri Wilson, who shared valuable strategies for boosting student engagement through innovative programming and the use of cultural capital. The discussion centered around practical advice ...