Explore the art of asking purposeful questions in three engaging sessions from #ACRES . Connect with experienced educators, unlock new lesson plans, and deepen your practice. Register today with code AC330PQ and let's empower youth through STEM together! acrescoaching.org/modules/asking…

An estimated 850,000 professionals work with children and youth during out-of-school hours providing enriching experiences. During Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week, we thank them for their dedication. How will you life up staff? #HeartOfAfterschool

As Earth Day approaches, take a moment to learn more about the role models making waves in important topics like #climatechange - such as #GretaThunberg , the renowned environmental activist! 🌟Dive into her insights on tackling climate anxiety here: youtube.com/watch?v=pK_nBK….

The 50 State Afterschool Network Leaders Meeting has kicked off in Santa Ana Pueblo New Mexico.
Dr. Tracye Strichik, Jessica Millican, and Felicia Simpson, are representing the Alabama Expanded Learning Alliance this week!

Did you know you can find a variety of local in-person and virtual training topics on the AELA website? Visit alabamaexpandedlearningalliance.org/training to check out current offerings.

Don't just watch the Solar Eclipse, understand the science behind it! Discover insights from a Solar Researcher at Lockheed Martin. Expand your knowledge and make the most of this cosmic event! Find out more: stemnext.tfaforms.net/f/SOLARECLIPSE #SolarScience #LockheedMartin

🌔 Are you ready for the 2024 Solar Eclipse that will be visible across the U.S. on April 8, 2024? Get prepared to view this spectacular event by learning more about: ☀️ The science behind solar eclipses and what makes this eclipse special at bit.ly/3x91KAj

Are you a student ready to shape the future of afterschool? #YouthVoiceWeek is here to amplify YOUR voice! Share your afterschool story. Join us as we amplify the creativity, passion, and powerful voices of young people in afterschool. 3to6.co/youthvoices

Check out the incredible digital classroom resources from the National Women’s History Museum for Women's History Month, featuring fascinating #STEMresources ! #WomensHistoryMonth #STEMresources bit.ly/3lZY2n1

Thank you all who made the Legislative Reception a success! It was a wonderful mixture of legislators and educators discussing Education Policy Solutions! Thank You A+ Edu Partnership for hosting and to our partners, Alabama Families for Great Schools @SAILInitiative Alabama Expanded Learning Alliance !

We are excited to see you tonight!
6 p.m. Alabama Legislators and
Education Partners!
Central 129, Montgomery.
A+ Edu Partnership New Schools for Alabama Leah Garner Tracye Strichik, PhD

Alabama Legislators & Education partners: Friendly reminder that the Education A+ Edu Partnership New Schools for Alabama @SAIL Legislative Reception
is tomorrow, Tuesday, March 19, at 6 pm. Hope to see you there!

🐜Explore #Biodiversity Using a Homemade Bug Vacuum! is a fun activity for kids to discover the world of bugs and invertebrates in their neighborhood. By creating a bubble vacuum, they can examine and learn about these creatures. #STEM
sciencebuddies.org/stem-activitie…

We’re ready to hear the bold ideas, powerful voices, and inspiring stories of young people in afterschool programs. That’s why Alabama Expanded Learning Alliance is joining the Afterschool Alliance for #YouthVoiceWeek 2024 from March 25-29!
Learn more: 3to6.co/youthvoices

It's #BrainAwarenessWeek , and we got some Tips and Tricks to Train Your Brain! Watch as Dr. Brain explains the science behind habits and the brain. Why are some habits so easy to form but others take more time. youtu.be/P38gsnimbqw?si…

Congratulations to the 2024 Alabama Community Education (ACEA) Award Recipients!

Congratulations to the 2024 Alabama Community Education Association (ACEA) Principal of the Year.
Mr. Timothy (Tim) Dunavant, Fayette County Board of Education

Congratulations to the 2024 Alabama Community Education Association (ACEA) Superintendent of the Year.
Mr. Jim Burkhalter, Fayette County Board of Education.

Congratulations to Dr. Tracye Cutts Strichik Alabama Expanded Learning Alliance. Dr. Strichik was awarded Outstanding Benefactor of the Year Award at the 2024 Alabama Community Education Association (ACEA) Conference!

We hope everyone had an amazing time at the 2024 ACEA Sea Change conference! We did! Thank you to the Alabama Community Education Association for an inspiring and wonderful week with quality out of school time professionals!