School: After Hours
School After Hours Podcast is a dedicated space for exploring the impact, challenges, and successes of afterschool programs—an often-overlooked yet essential part of youth development. This podcast sheds light on the educators, program leaders, and community partners who work tirelessly to provide enriching experiences for students beyond the classroom. By sharing their stories, insights, and best practices, we aim to elevate the conversation around afterschool programs and advocate for the resources and recognition they deserve. So join us every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month to see what we are going to talk about next.
Episodes
78 episodes
S 6 EP 3: Beyond The Mission Statement: Real Strategies For Program Culture feat. Michael Garcia
Join us for an insightful discussion with Michael Garcia on the critical aspects of building a positive program culture for youth development. In this episode, Michael emphasizes the importance of creating safe, healthy, and happy environments ...
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Season 6
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Episode 3
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36:36
S 6 EP 2: Mastering Transitions: Turning Downtime Into Engaging Activities feat. Eva Jo Meyers
In this episode, we sit down with Eva Joe Meyers, a seasoned youth development expert and co-creator of the Spark Deck. They discuss the creation and impact of Spark Decks—sets of cards designed to help youth development professionals and educa...
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27:29
S 6 EP 1: Attendance Matters: Building Stronger Schools and Communities feat. Johnetta Moore
In this episode of the School After Hours podcast, we dive into the critical topic of student attendance with attendance strategist Johnetta Moore. Discover how attendance impacts not only the school environment but also after-school programs, ...
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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29:49
S 5 EP 10: Empowering Youth with Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship Skills feat. Kerwyn Phillip
In this engaging episode of the School After Hours podcast, Jaylee welcomes Kerwyn Phillip to delve into the critical topic of financial literacy in out-of-school programs. As financial literacy gains traction in educational settings, Kerwyn sh...
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Season 5
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Episode 10
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18:23
S 5 EP 9: Cultivating Joy and Resilience in Kids Through Storytelling feat. Gina Prosch
In this episode, we sit down with Gina Prosh, an esteemed author and educator, to explore the profound impact of cultivating positive emotions in children. Gina shares her inspirational journey from academia to writing, leading to the dev...
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28:39
S 5 EP 8: How To Cultivate Culture and Safety In Afterschool Programs feat. Juan Alvarado
In this enlightening episode of the "School After Hours Podcast," Juan Alvarado joins us to delve into the critical elements of culture building in out-of-school time programs and creating safe environments for staff and students. Juan discusse...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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31:14
S 5 EP 7: The Entrepreneurship Series: Transforming Passion Into A Business feat. Emily Fleming
In this engaging episode, Emily Fleming shares her journey from classroom teacher to entrepreneur in the field of yoga and mindfulness education. With a background in special education and significant experience in teaching yoga to children, Em...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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29:32
S 5 EP 6: Top 5 Essential Tips For Wrapping Up The Year and Preparing For January
In this insightful episode, I delve into effective strategies for wrapping up the 1st half of your youth program's semester while preparing for the new year ahead. With an emphasis on reflection, evaluation, and forward-thinking, I share practi...
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9:32
S 5 EP 5: How To Empower Youth Through Community Collaborations and Accountability feat. Dre'mon Miller
Join Dre'mon Miller, the founder of Street Smartz Over Safety, as he discusses the power of collaboration, accountability, and community engagement in youth development. Discover how his program supports not only young men but also girls, prepa...
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35:10
S 5 EP 4: Connect to Reflect Feat. Dr. Virginia Patterson and Sharon Burton
Join us as we do a LIVE recording at the VPOST (Virginia Partnership for Out-Of-School-Time) 15th annual conference. We wrapped up the conference with a vibrant discussion with guests Dr. Virginia Patterson, Executive Director of Mentor VA, and...
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26:13
S 5 EP 3: 4 Key Tips To Plan A Successful Event
In this episode of "School After Hours," host J. Lee delves into the art of planning holiday and special events as the school year unfolds into the busy fall season. This discussion is timely as educators and youth program planners enter a peri...
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8:04
S 5 EP 2: Unlocking Student Engagement feat. Teri Wilson
In this captivating episode, we were joined by the insightful Teri Wilson, who shared valuable strategies for boosting student engagement through innovative programming and the use of cultural capital. The discussion centered around practical a...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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28:35
S 5 EP 1: The Secret Sauce of Classroom Management: Building Relationship feat. LaTisha Ware
In this insightful episode of our podcast, we explore the critical role of relationship-building in classroom behavior management with education expert Ms. LaTisha Ware. She emphasizes the need for establishing strong connections with students,...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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31:33
S 4 EP 16: How To Master Classroom Management Strategies feat. Carol Miller
In this episode, school counselor Carol Miller shares her insights and expertise on how teachers can effectively manage behaviors and emotions in the classroom. She emphasizes the importance of building confidence in educators and understanding...
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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35:30
S4 EP 15: Workshop Series: Transforming Culture Through Leadership feat. Juan Alvarado
In this episode, Juan Alvarado discusses the importance of building relationships with staff, parents, and the community to influence the culture of afterschool programs. He emphasizes the power of listening, having courageous conversations, an...
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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45:39
S 4 EP 14: Workshop Series: Using Social Media to Demonstrate Impact
Discover how to effectively use social media to build brand awareness and market your after-school program in this episode. We've teamed up with Markia Baker and Navi Johnson from NM Legaci Marketing to bring you a playbook of strategies that b...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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36:10
S4 EP 13: The Entrepreneurship Series: Keeping The Lights On feat. Darye Henry
In this episode, our guest Darye Henry discusses after-school programming from an entrepreneur's perspective. Darye shares his experience of watching his mom start an after-school program and how his involvement prepared him for his role as a C...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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27:56
S4 EP 12: Before The Summer Comes...Preplanning Strategies For Summer Programing
Master the art of planning a successful summer program in this episode of School After Hours. Join host J. Lee as she takes you through her tried and true strategies for preparing for summer program planning. Discover the importance of conducti...
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8:12
S 4 BE: The Turning Point: Success Beyond The Bell feat. Principal Monica Murray
Discover the future of after-school programs with Principal Monica Murray of John Marshall High School, as she shares the innovative approaches taken to prepare students for the world beyond academia. Take a peek behind the curtain of education...
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Season 4
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Episode 0
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17:48
S 4 EP 11: Community Conversations: Creating An Animation Revolution feat. Jasmine Katatikarn
In this episode, Jasmine Katatikarn shares her journey in the animation industry and discusses how she started an after-school program in New York City. She explains that her motivation to start the program was to increase diversity in animatio...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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26:55
S 4 EP 10: Community Conversations: Is College The Answer? feat. Candy Pambu Martin
Ever wondered if the traditional college path is the only road to success? Kandee Martin joins us to shatter this myth, revealing a spectrum of post-graduation options that can lead to a fulfilling and debt-free future. From the virtues of appr...
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38:24
S 4 EP 9: Talking It Out To Figure It Out/My 2023 Reflection
As your host Jay Lee, I'm taking a moment to reflect on a year that's been both a whirlwind and a milestone for our beloved School After Hours podcast. Wind down with us as I give a nod to our upcoming adventures and share some challenges we fa...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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17:09
Wrapping Up and Planning Ahead: Navigating Mid-semester Evaluations (Bonus Episode)
Ever wish you had a guidebook to navigate staff assessments and effective planning for your after-school program? We've got you covered in this episode of School After Hours. Join your host, Jay Lee as she unpacks the essentials of wrapping up ...
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20:36
S 4 EP 8: Program Sustainability and How to Make It Work feat. Kam Green
Have you ever pondered the power of local communities in making after-school programs sustainable and successful in the long-term? The answer may surprise you. In our engaging conversation with Kam Green, a specialist in after-school programs, ...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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34:55
S 4 EP 7: Teen Talk Series: Why We Need You feat. Youth Ambassadors from Afterschool Alliance
Are you ready to get inspired? Prepare to unravel the profound impact of after-school programs on young lives as we engage with two remarkable youth ambassadors, Avery and Jamora, from the After School Alliance, and their equally inspiring prog...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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34:18