ExpandED invites you to an innovative two day, Computer Science Institute. This Institute will provide DYCD funded CBOs the opportunity to learn about digital literacy and computational thinking practices, while connecting support around the DYCD STEM Framework and EMS Metrics. An Institute is a valuable way to connect with CBOs who may not be able […]
Our students are forging their identities in a time of racial reckoning. We will read true, teen-written stories that serve as case studies and guides for how educators can continuously improve positive youth racial identity formation by creating justice-focused classrooms and schools. We will review the difference between race, racism, and internalized racism, as well […]
CS: Unplugged is a virtual workshop designed to explore computer science through hands-on activities that do not require computers. This workshop helps prepare computer science educators for times when access to machines is not available or to enforce a computational thinking concept. Participants will learn to facilitate activities while introducing computational concepts and vocabulary relevant […]
Even with proactive and positive behavior management practices in place, conflict is bound to arise when working with youth. The ability to intervene in and resolve conflict effectively is critical to maintaining after-school spaces that are physically, mentally, and emotionally safe and empowering for youth participants. In this session, Youth Development Workers will explore the […]
So many wonderful STEM experiences happen outside of the formal learning environment. This session intends to help staff prepare for adding at home experiences that youth can bring to families to extend the learning happening in the afterschool site.
Engaging families is a practice critical to the success of the students in your program! In this workshop, participants will learn strategies for meaningfully engaging families at their program site. Featured strategies will include creating a welcoming environment, building relationships with families, communicating with families through a family newsletter, and hosting family learning nights. Participants […]
Dig deeper into how STEM activities can investigate inequities in our society. Learn alongside our partners at the New York Hall of Science as they explore the ways that race, socioeconomic status, and other factors show up in STEM.
Attendees will learn the effects of trauma on youth and youth development workers. Strategies for integrating healing practices into youth development work will be offered.
Participants will be introduced to key skills on Identifying the inequitable treatment of young black boys and girls in America and discussing new instructional approaches and empathetic practices to engage students of color School-Age Child Care training regulations satisfied: 3 Please note that active participation during the session is required in order to receive letters of […]
Facilitators: Alex De La Cruz and Allison Philippin In this workshop, we will focus on Foreshadowing in a fictional text that creates an atmosphere of suspense in a story, so that the readers are interested and want to know more. This literary device is generally used to build anticipation in the minds of readers […]
Looking to support learners in planning, building, and testing their own designs? Join us to explore STEM facilitation techniques and activities focused on the engineering design process! This session will feature the Spaghetti Marshmallow Design Challenge and is led by staff from the New York Hall of Science. School-Age Child Care training regulations satisfied: 3 […]
ExpandED Schools & Every Hour Counts are looking forward to hosting our annual SEL Convening on March 28th, 2023 our theme this year is Empowering Youth Toward a Bright Future! Come join us for an opportunity to attend one of our offered Professional Development 1:20 pm -2:20 pm. Please, see below. You will have a […]
Dear Directors, We are thrilled to be hosting our third convening of the 2022-2023 school year. We hope to provide the time and space to allow for you all to guide conversations around important areas of after-school work, share strategies with one another, and allow for your experiences to speak for themselves and support one […]
