Partnering with Schools

This module was revised in 2017 to incorporate specific language, examples and tips for summer and year-round learning programs.

During this training, participants will discuss out-of-school time program connections with the school day stakeholders and how to strengthen those partnerships. 

In this training participants will:

  • Understand the importance of partnering effectively with schools.
  • Implement three strategies to strengthen the natural connections between schools and out-of-school time program.

Content Overview:

Viewpoints of Others

Activity has participants consider how principals, teachers, school secretary, custodian, food services manager and instructional assistants consider the programs and the expectations, goals and fears that each school day stakeholders has toward the program.

Connection Carousel

Activity gives participants an opportunity to consider natural links between school day personnel and their programs and consider strategies to strengthen those links.

Quick Tips

Trainer will give a handy list of Quick Tips for working closely with school day staff.

Training Length: 2 hours