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Aannd, They're Off!

Update on Phase 2 of Race to the Top applications highlights various expanded learning opportunities proposed by states Full text

Emphasis on Strengthening Science, Technology, Engineering & Math Education in Afterschool Programs

Anita Krishnamurthi named the Afterschool Alliance's new Director of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Policy introduces herself... Full text

Afterschool and Global Childhood Education

Last April, the Afterschool Alliance was invited to participate in the 2010 Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) conference in Phoenix, AZ. Full text

Rivka on the Road: Spring Afterschool Conference Report-back

I've just wrapped up another busy spring conference season. And as per usual, getting out into the field - really talking with people about developments with their programs and their communities - is incredibly invigorating and inspiring. Full text

Following in the Footsteps of Giants - Setting the Stage through Combining Mentoring and STEM Opportunities in Afterschool

Who would have known 25 years ago a mentor-mentee relationship would eventually lead to winning a joint Nobel Prize? Full text

Quaker Chewy Rocks Afterschool

We love it when a corporate leader - especially one as well-known in America's households as Quaker Oats (r) - takes up the afterschool cause. Full text

A First Look: Race to the Top Proposals that Include Afterschool

Have you taken a look at your state's Race to the Top (RTT) application? Here is a glimpse of a few states' ideas afterschool and summer components of RTT proposals. We will continue to post updates as we review more RTT proposals. Full text

We Are the Music Makers...

Diana Delfin, the Afterschool Alliance's newest fellow, accounts her experience in afterschool and the positive outcomes for following one's dream. Full text