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CREC 21st CCLC 2022-2023 PD Schedule 21st Century Community Learning Centers

Friday CAFÉ

Background

The idea for Friday CAFÉ came from people working in the field of family engagement in Connecticut schools and communities. Though they go by many different titles – parent liaison, partnership coordinator, home-school facilitator, or family resource specialist – they have one thing in common. There is no professional organization in the state or network for peer-to-peer learning and resource sharing.

The CT State Department of Education (CSDE) held focus groups with school and district staff responsible for family and community engagement to learn about their work and the challenges they face. The consensus was clear – working in this field can be isolating and staff want a way to network and learn from others in the field.

Gathering Format

Friday CAFÉ takes place one Friday morning a month, in interesting gathering spots across each participating state, such as museums, art centers and music theaters. During the discussion and gathering, there is time for networking and conversation, a brief (20-30 minute) presentation and spirited discussion. Topics have included “Trust,” “The Open-Door School” and “The Student Voice in Partnerships.”

Membership is broad, not just people who work directly with families, but also educators and administrators who supervise them and want deeper understanding of the benefits of greater family and community engagement.

It includes:

  • District Staff
  • Principals
  • Higher Education & State Education Agency Staff
  • Staff from Community Organizations, Social Services, and informal learning sites like museums and libraries

21st CCLC Anti-Racism Policy and Practice Sessions

Dates:

  • December 20th, 2022 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • January 24th, 2023 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • March 21st, 2023 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • May 15th, 2023 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

All workshops will be facilitated by Dr. Shannon Holder and Dr. Olivia Hussey from the CREC Resource Group. These offerings are designed to be a series and participants are encouraged to attend all sessions.

Anyone who was not a part of the Anti-Racism Series during the 2021-22 school year must attend the December 20th Training Overview prior to attending the remaining workshop sessions. Please note the required materials that participants must bring to working sessions.

September 2022

Back to School Directors Meeting

Wednesday, September 14 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Audience: Grant Directors & Leadership

Location: CREC Central Office (111 Charter Oak Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106)

Part I: Federal and state updates and reminders for a successful launch of school year programming. Overview of upcoming training and professional development offerings.

Part II: An introduction to the 21st CCLC Anti-Racism Series, a year-long focus on how intentional anti-racism and cultural responsiveness can impact our after-school communities.

TransACT AS21 Database Training

Friday, September 23 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Audience: All TransACT AS21 users

The TransACT AS21 training was facilitated by TransACT representatives, and provides a comprehensive review of the AS21 software, including an overview of the impacts of tracking hours of attendance.

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October 2022

Friday CAFÉ

Friday, October 7th | 9:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

Format: In-person

Location: Thomas Hooker Live (1 Sequassen Street, Hartford, CT 06106)

Friday CAFÉ is a morning discussion and networking series for people who work at the intersection of families and learning

Arrive at 9:00 for coffee, the program runs 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.

Advisory Committee Meeting #1

Tuesday, October 25th | 10-11 a.m.

Format: Virtual

Audience: Committee Members

Committee members will help inform policy and best practices related to 21st CCLC programming.

Networking Meeting #1 - CANCELED

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November 2022

Friday CAFÉ

Friday, November 4th | 9 - 10:30 a.m.

Format: In-person (8:30 a.m. arrival)

Location: TBD

Registration Information Coming Soon

Assessment of Program Practices Tool (APT) Training

Tuesday, November 15th | 9 a.m.- 2 p.m.

Format: In-person

Location: 55 Van Dyke Ave, Hartford, CT 06106 | Conference Room 310

Audience: Any interested staff, required for new leadership staff

The APT is a research-based and field-tested observation and assessment tool used to measure program quality and identify areas of success and improvement. The tool is used to collect data on practices linked to key youth outcomes, including, learning and skill building, program organization and structure and supportive social environment. All 21st CCLC grantees in Connecticut are required to use this tool at least once per year as part of a continuous improvement process.

Space is limited, so please register in advance to secure your spot. Day of registrations will not be allowed.

Please contact Kim Brewer at kbrewer@crec.org with any questions pertaining to the APT Training.

Middle & High School Community Circle #1

Thursday, November 10th | 10 a.m.-12 p.m

Format: Virtual

Audience: Middle and High School program staff

Middle and High School grantees will help identify the needs of students and families while networking with peers to share best practices and resources.

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December 2022

Advisory Committee Meeting #2

Tuesday, December 6th | 10 -11 a.m.

Format: Virtual

Audience: Committee Members

Committee members will help inform policy and best practices related to 21st CCLC programming.

Friday CAFÉ

Friday, December 9th | 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Format: In-person (9:00 - 9:30 Coffee and Registration)

Location: Playmaker Space at Family and Children's Aid | 80 West Street, Danbury, CT 06810

Parking: 80 West Street (next to building) and 87 West Street (opposite building)

The latest research shows that engaging families has powerful benefits beyond boosting student success. BUT (there is always a but) the engagement strategies need to be high-impact, transformative, and equity-driven to make a real difference. Join us to discuss what these terms mean and what they look like in practice.

Conversation Catalyst: Anne T. Henderson, Senior Consultant, National Association for Family, School and Community Engagement

Assessment of Program Practices Tool (APT) Training

Friday, December 9th | 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Format: In-person

Location: 55 Van Dyke Ave, Hartford, CT 06106 | Conference Room 310

Audience: Any interested staff, required for new leadership staff

The APT is a research-based and field-tested observation and assessment tool used to measure program quality and identify areas of success and improvement. The tool is used to collect data on practices linked to key youth outcomes, including, learning and skill building, program organization and structure and supportive social environment. All 21st CCLC grantees in Connecticut are required to use this tool at least once per year as part of a continuous improvement process.

Space is limited, so please register in advance to secure your spot. Day of registrations will not be allowed.

Please contact Kim Brewer at kbrewer@crec.org with any questions pertaining to the APT Training.

Anti-Racism Training Overview Session

Tuesday, December 20th | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Format: In-person

Location: CREC Central Office (111 Charter Oak Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106)

Participants will review and understand equitable and anti-racist definitions, practices, and policies.

Anyone who was not a part of the Anti-Racism Series during the 2021-22 school year must attend the December 20th Training Overview prior to attending the remaining workshop sessions. Please note the required materials that participants must bring to working sessions.

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January 2023

Middle & High School Community Circle #2

Wednesday, January 11th | 10 a.m.- 12 p.m.

Audience: Middle and High School program staff

Middle and high school grantees will help identify the needs of students and families while networking with peers to share best practices and resources

Friday CAFÉ

Friday, January 13th | 9 - 10:30 a.m.

Format: Virtual

Registration Information Coming Soon

Anti-Racist Student and Family Engagement

Tuesday, January 24th | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Format: Virtual

Participants will learn how to engage students and families in equitable and anti-racist ways. Participants will collaborate and share their current plans for student and family engagement.

Required Materials: Written policies and practices regarding Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Student Engagement, and Family Engagement.

Anyone who was not a part of the Anti-Racism Series during the 2021-22 school year must attend the December 20th Training Overview prior to attending the remaining workshop sessions. Please note the required materials that participants must bring to working sessions.

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February 2023

Advisory Committee Meeting #3

Tuesday, February 7th | 10-11 a.m.

Format: Virtual

Audience: Committee Members

Committee members will help inform policy and best practices related to 21st CCLC programming.

Friday CAFÉ

Friday, February 10th | 9 - 10:30 a.m.

Format: Virtual

Registration Information Coming Soon

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March 2023

March Networking Meeting

Friday, March 24th | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Location: Chrysalis Center (255 Homestead Ave, Hartford CT 06112)

Audience: Grant Directors & Leadership

Anti-Racist Staff Engagement

Tuesday, March 21st | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Format: Virtual

Participants will better understand how to train their staff to understand current equitable and anti-racist practices and policies

Required Materials: Written policies and practices regarding Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Hiring, and Staff Engagement.

Anyone who was not a part of the Anti-Racism Series during the 2021-22 school year must attend the December 20th Training Overview prior to attending the remaining workshop sessions. Please note the required materials that participants must bring to working sessions.

Friday CAFÉ

Friday, March 24th | 9:30 - 11 a.m.

Format: Virtual

Registration Information Coming Soon

Middle & High School Community Circle #3

Wednesday, March 29th | 10 a.m.- 12 p.m.

Format: Virtual

Audience: Middle and High School program staff

Middle and high school grantees will help identify the needs of students and families while networking with peers to share best practices and resources.

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April 2023

Advisory Committee Meeting #4

Thursday, April 20th | 10 - 11 a.m.

Format: Virtual

Audience: Committee Members

Committee members will help inform policy and best practices related to 21st CCLC programming.

Friday CAFÉ

Friday, April 28th | 9:30 - 11 a.m.

Format: In-person (9 a.m. arrival)

Location: TBD

Registration Information Coming Soon

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May 2023

Anti-Racist Policies & Practices Feedback Session

Monday, May 15th | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Format: In-person

Location: TBD

Participants will present their updates to the their policies, procedures, and practices of their programs. They will receive feedback on their updates and collaborate with fellow participants.

Required Materials: Written policies and practices that were updated as part of work in the previous sessions.

Anyone who was not a part of the Anti-Racism Series during the 2021-22 school year must attend the December 20th Training Overview prior to attending the remaining workshop sessions. Please note the required materials that participants must bring to working sessions.

Friday CAFÉ

Friday, May 19th | 9:30 - 11 a.m.

Format: In-person (9 a.m. arrival)

Registration Information Coming Soon

Networking Meeting #3

Date: TBD

Location: TBD

Audience: Grant Directors & Leadership

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July 2023

Nita M. Lowey 21st CCLC Summer Symposium

Celebrating 21st CCLC Resilience: Yesterday, Today, and Beyond

New Orleans, LA | July 19-20th, 2023

For more information, please visit the 2023 Summer Symposium website

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Credits:

Created with images by lourdesnique - "study learning school" • Bru-nO - "colored pencils pencils crayons" • yohoprashant - "girl colors holi" • 422737 - "pay game playground" • souadnaji - "classroom child student" • congerdesign - "web playground game device" • cherylt23 - "students computer young boy" • laterjay - "swing playground children playing" • salinger - "classroom school china" • hmerellop - "students class art"