A statewide network dedicated to ensuring all MN Youth have access to high-quality afterschool and summer learning opportunities #AfterschoolSuccess
Minnesota, USA
Joined January 2014
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Ignite Afterschool retweeted
Calling all afterschool programs serving high schoolers! The AI Innovation Challenge (STEM Next and Panasonic Foundation) invites youth in afterschool and out-of-school programs to tackle real-world problems. Compete for up to $5,000. LEARN MORE: bit.ly/4i3Dchn
Ignite Afterschool retweeted
Meta has agreed to pay $17.1 billion to settle claims about the mental health harms of social media use—and the settlement names afterschool programs as a recommended use of the funds. We've compiled resources to help advocates seize this opportunity: bit.ly/3W0fZnm
Ignite Afterschool retweeted
Yeah! ✨ We’re so excited to have Grammy-winning artist @Usher back for the 3rd year in a row as honorary chair of Lights On Afterschool—a nationwide day of action celebrating the impact of afterschool programs on October 22nd. Learn more and get involved: bit.ly/3W3zF9U
Ignite Afterschool retweeted
Want to participate in the nationwide celebrations of Lights On Afterschool on October 22 by hosting an event in your community—but not sure how?
Our latest blog highlights examples from past years, as well as a database of ideas and other resources: bit.ly/4dLPic3
Ignite Afterschool retweeted
Calling All Program Directors! Help the OST field!
Take this brief (7-minute) Program Director survey offered by the (NIOST)
Contribute to important research on OST STEM PD and Training
Link to Survey: surveymonkey.com/r/ProgDirSu…
Ignite Afterschool retweeted
Ignite STEM Learning Collaborative
Are you a Minnesota OST organization looking to strengthen STEM learning for young people?
🔗 Learn More & Apply: igniteafterschool.org/ste#mi…
#IgniteSTEM #STEMEducation #Afterschool #OST #MinnesotaSTEM
Ignite Afterschool retweeted
Meta owes states up to $17.1 billion over the next 10 years to address how social media has harmed young people’s mental health. And the landmark settlement names "after school or summer programs" as a recommended use of the funds. More on what that means: afterschoolalliance.org/afte…
Ignite Afterschool retweeted
Access to computer science, technology, and engineering opportunities in afterschool programs has almost DOUBLED.
That's a big deal.
But there are still areas where STEM in afterschool is falling short. Explore all the data in this special report: aa3pm.co
Ignite Afterschool retweeted
Countdown starts now! It’s time for Lights On Afterschool!
On Oct. 22, partners, advocates, and programs around the country will celebrate the impact of afterschool by hosting events in their communities. Will you be one of them?
Learn more and register: 3to6.co/register
Ignite Afterschool retweeted
Are you a youth worker or part of the afterschool youth development community in Bemidji or surrounding Northern Minnesota?
June 5th, 26.
📍Bemidji, MN
📲Register Here: shorturl.at/Y9FO3
Questions? [email protected]
#springconvening #MDE #IgniteAfterschool
Ignite Afterschool retweeted
In just ONE WEEK, we will unveil new #AA3PM data on summer program participation, unmet demand, and parent perspectives. Sign up now to claim your spot for the official release! us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
Ignite Afterschool retweeted
Despite concerns about sustainability and students' well-being reaching pandemic-level highs, 69% of program providers remain optimistic about their program's future. 💙 That's the #HeartofAfterschool showing up for our kids and families! afterschoolalliance.org/docu…
Ignite Afterschool retweeted
Every student deserves high-quality afterschool experiences. Behind every great program is a dedicated afterschool professional. This Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week (April 20–24, 2026), we’re shining a light on the staff who make a difference every day! THANK YOU.
Ignite Afterschool retweeted
Teens: explore real STEM careers at this STEM Next Career Chat on April 29!
Hear from professionals at BAE Systems, Illumina, MEFA, and RTX and learn how your interests can connect to future careers.
Register today: bit.ly/4tgp07F
Ignite Afterschool retweeted
Nearly 10M young people are learning, exploring, growing, and thriving in afterschool — and that wouldn't be possible without the dedicated professionals behind every program! Thank you for being the #HeartofAfterschool. 💙 naaweb.org/page/AfterschoolP…
Ignite Afterschool retweeted
Close out Women’s History Month with a conversation led by the next generation.
Join NGCP on March 31 for a panel featuring Youth Advisory Board members sharing how STEM can help shape a more sustainable future.
4 PM PT / 7 PM ET
Register here: buff.ly/M3gOT7J
Ignite Afterschool retweeted
Congratulations to @NatlAfterSchool's 2026 Next Generation of Afterschool Leaders! One of #Georgia's rising stars in #afterschool, Lea Nelson from @GirlsIncATL in Snellville, is among the honorees. Read more: bit.ly/4aXkeW4.
Ignite Afterschool retweeted
Join us for our next Learning Hour with STEM Next and @jfftweets.
We will explore how afterschool programs can help strengthen pathways from learning to careers using the American Job Quality Study & the Work-Based Learning Framework.
March 23. 11 AM PT. stemnext.org/event/strengthe…
Ignite Afterschool retweeted
Expanding opportunities for girls in STEM leads to greater innovation and solutions to global challenges. International Women’s Day celebrates women's achievements while highlighting ongoing barriers in STEM. When girls thrive, we all gain. buff.ly/rEscc5a
Ignite Afterschool retweeted
💡The #MottMillion Dollar Challenge invites K-12 students to share ideas that make life better in a simple, supportive way.
📅 Deadline: Feb 27, 2026
A great way to build confidence, creativity and problem-solving skills.
Learn more → mottmillion.org
