Policy
Advocating for a Stronger Afterschool System
ExpandED Schools advocates on the city, state and federal level to secure and grow public funding for citywide afterschool programs. In addition, ExpandED works with numerous partners and coalitions to design and advance policies that promote equity of opportunity through quality afterschool programs for K-12 students.
Our Annual Campaigns
Lights On Afterschool
Every October we join the national celebration for afterschool.
After Three
City Council After Three discretionary funds provide millions of dollars for afterschool programs in all 5 boroughs.
MS ExTRA
City Council MS ExTRA funds support literacy activities in middle schools around the city.
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our coalitions
Policy News
Exciting opportunities in the upcoming weeks for students and families to engage in exploration of post secondary opportunities. Shout out... Read More
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A Vision for WBL in NY State is a platform outlining four recommendations the WBL Coalition developed to transform our... Read More