Our Training

CalSAC’s work is driven by the needs of the out-of-school time professionals working in diverse communities throughout California. To inform our programs, we listen to the people on the ground working with youth every day and to the needs and priorities of communities. CalSAC forges intentional and meaningful partnerships with leading education and philanthropic organizations to leverage resources and cutting-edge research and practices. We are sought out for our history of strong program design, far-reaching impact and collaborative spirit. Through these partnerships, CalSAC provides timely, relevant, free and low-cost trainings and services for out-of-school time professionals and programs.

CalSAC serves out-of-school time professionals at all levels - from line staff and practitioners to managers and program directors - serving programs of all types and sizes. By accessing CalSAC's high-quality training, ongoing professional development and a network of professionals, staff and programs are equipped to succeed in bringing out the very best in the young people they serve.

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CalSAC staff is ready and available to support you with planning. Schedule a 25-minute phone consultation to explore staff development ideas and resources and talk through any questions you may have in integrating your program goals with your fall and yearlong professional development plan.

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Training Topics Areas

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Youth Development

Academics and Enrichment

Leadership and Management

Equity and Inclusion

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Featured Training Projects

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Science Action Club

Through games, projects, and hands-on citizen science, youth in SAC investigate nature, document their discoveries, connect with scientists, and design strategies to protect our planet. Educators receive professional development training on SAC kits, guidebooks, and best practices for teaching science in the informal learning environment.

Social-Emotional Learning

All children need social-emotional and character skills to thrive in school, work and life. Out-of-school time (OST) programs play an important role in helping young people develop confidence, problem-solving skills, self-management, and interpersonal skills. These trainings equip OST staff to support young people in developing these skills.

Summer TA Network Project

The Summer Technical Assistance Network Project prepares program staff to run the highest quality summer programs for youth. Participating sites gain training and tools that maximize their effectiveness and technical assistance to help them implement everything they learn.