After the Lights Come On: Reflection and Sustainability with Laquitta Staton Artwork

Inside Out-of-School Time hosted by the 21st CCLC NTAC

Each month, members of the 21st CCLC NTAC team have opportunities to conduct interviews with out-of-school time practitioners and subject matter experts in a range of roles. Listen and learn about strategies and best practices that will help your Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) Program succeed!

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Inside Out-of-School Time hosted by the 21st CCLC NTAC

After the Lights Come On: Reflection and Sustainability with Laquitta Staton

November 13, 2025 • The 21st CCLC NTAC Team • Season 1 • Episode 8

In Episode 8 of Inside Out-of-School Time, host Karin Wolfe reconnects with the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Coastal Plain — this time with Laquitta Staton, Vice President of Grants and Government Partnerships.

Laquitta reflects on this year’s Lights On Afterschool celebrations, shares stories of family engagement and community partnerships, and offers insights into how 21st CCLC funding strengthens academic support, sustainability, and staff development across her organization’s programs.

This episode highlights the power of collaboration, communication, and strategic planning in sustaining high-quality out-of-school time programs that keep the lights shining all year long.