This conference will take place over three weeks.
Conference dates:
Monday, August 24th - Thursday, September 10th
Fridays will not be available.
Time and Location: Virtual:Zoom - Presentation Times TBD
RFP Submission Deadline: Friday, August 7, 2020
Notification of Decision by: Monday, August 10, 2020
We will be choosing 8-12 workshops.
Selected workshop presenters will receive a stipend for providing your time and expertise.
Before completing this form, please consider:
This conference targets youth workers in out-of-school time and summer settings. This includes front line staff, program managers, executive directors, mentors, etc. We are looking for individuals with a depth of experience and expertise that will help those working in out-of-school time settings successfully navigate the challenges they will face this fall and beyond.
Given the nature of the times we're in, we strongly encourage workshops focused on the following themes that explore the questions below:
INCORPORATING PROGRAMMING THAT SUPPORTS ACADEMIC STANDARDS (S.T.E.M., English Language Arts, Writing, Math)
- How can OST providers supplement the school day to combat learning loss?
FACILITATING HIGH QUALITY VIRTUAL PROGRAMMING
-How can we keep youth engaged virtually and continue to build positive connections? How can we better
navigate the variety of virtual platforms available?
RECRUITMENT & RETENTION OF STAFF & STUDENTS
-How can we find and keep the right people for the job in this economic climate? How can we ensure youth keep coming back to the program?
OPERATING A SOCIALLY JUST & EQUITABLE OST PROGRAM
-How can we keep a focus on diversity, equity and inclusion for the youth and communities we serve?
If you have any questions or concerns about your RFP, feel free to contact Jaron Paul at
jaron.paul@unitedwayswpa.org.