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Exciting changes are coming to Coffee County schools with $75,000 in new funding for special education, tutoring grants, and enhanced after-school programs!

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Committee approves school budget amendments including $75,000 special-education grant and after‑school funding
The budget committee approved multiple school-district budget amendments: a $75,000 special-education grant for classroom aides, a tutoring grant, Bonner grants of $10,000 per school for counseling spaces, and restricted-fund moves to support CTE, testing software and an after‑school program.
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November 4, 2026 at 8:19 PM
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OUSD's board just greenlit a groundbreaking $41 million plan to enhance after-school and summer programs, impacting nearly 19,000 children across the district!

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Board approves district Expanded Learning Opportunities Plan covering after-school, summer and enrichment services
OUSD staff presented the three-year Expanded Learning Opportunities Program plan, describing roughly $41M in programming that serves about 19,000 children and funds after-school, Saturday sports, summer programming, enrichment providers and increased inclusion supports; the board approved the plan after public comment.
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November 3, 2026 at 9:24 PM
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The district proudly reports an unofficial graduation rate of 95.5% and secures a $75,000 grant to enhance after-school programs—big changes are on the horizon!

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Board hears unofficial 95.5% graduation rate and $75,000 planning grant for after‑school expansion
District officials reported an unofficial 95.5% graduation rate (to be certified by the state) and the receipt of a $75,000 planning grant from Eli Lilly to design a multi‑pathway after‑school program; a full Lilly grant application close to $2 million is planned for March.
citizenportal.ai
October 26, 2026 at 8:36 AM
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Thanks Empower Field & Denver Broncos for raising awareness last night for LIGHTS ON AFTER SCHOOL 2026. OST programs are vital to CO students and families! What programs helped you growing up? Which help your kids today? #LightsOnAfterSchool #DenverBroncos #ColoradoKids #AfterSchoolPrograms #CAP
October 23, 2026 at 3:03 PM
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Exciting news for Travis County! Two new contracts will provide vital after-school and summer services, reaching over 5,000 children across 204 sites!

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Officials detail new childcare and after-school contracts, cite district investment
Program staff announced two contracts approved by commissioners on May 5 and said contractors will serve thousands of children across 204 sites; staff cited a $730,000 district investment for summer programs and additional collaborative funding.
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October 24, 2026 at 7:28 AM
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Trustees are pushing for more data on a proposed stipend model aimed at equalizing pay for after-school coaches and athletic directors, raising questions about fairness and sustainability.

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Trustees ask for more data before approving stipend model for coaches and athletic directors
District staff proposed converting extra-duty pay to stipend form to equalize compensation across classified and certificated coaches; trustees requested cost comparisons and pulled three superintendent action items for more information.
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October 18, 2026 at 8:58 AM
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Connecticut's State Department of Education is unleashing $11.5 million for high-dosage tutoring and $30 million for special education enhancements to supercharge student success!

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SDE announces grants for tutoring, special education supports and after-school programs
State Department staff told the board the agency is funding expanded high-dosage tutoring, competitive special-education incentive grants, a $30 million formula special-education enhancement, a $15 million 21st Century Community Learning Center program and increased funding for the LEAP attendance home-visiting program.
citizenportal.ai
October 11, 2026 at 9:52 PM
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Big Adventures, Small Budget: Affordable After-School Fun! #AfterSchoolPrograms #AfterschoolActivities #CityOfMcAllen #McAllenParksAbdRecreation #McAllenTexas https://texasborderbusiness.com/big-adventures-small-budget-affordable-after-school-fun/
Big Adventures, Small Budget: Affordable After-School Fun!
The McAllen Parks & Recreation Department (PARD) is providing students with a structured and engaging way to spend their afternoons through its After School Program (ASP) and there is still time to enroll your children.
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October 1, 2026 at 4:04 PM
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Wichita schools just scored over $5 million in grant funding and an incredible $18 million for energy upgrades—big changes are on the horizon!

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Wichita schools announce $2.1M in grants and $18M DOE energy investment for facilities upgrades
District staff reported Wichita Public Schools secured roughly $2.1 million in partner grants for the 2025–26 year, $3.2 million from 21st Century Learning Centers for after‑school programs, and federal approval of an $18 million DOE Renew America Schools Phase 2 project targeting lighting and building control upgrades.
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September 19, 2026 at 2:15 PM
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St. Mary's County just unveiled a new Boys and Girls Club at the Carver Recreation Center, providing vital support and resources for local youth!

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St. Mary's County opens Boys and Girls Club at Carver Recreation Center
St. Mary's County officials and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Southern Maryland opened a new club at the historic Carver Recreation Center on Sept. 15, 2026. County and state officials highlighted plans for after-school programming, STEM labs and partnerships with law enforcement and community groups.
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September 18, 2026 at 11:27 AM
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Hacienda la Puente Unified trustees have approved multi-million dollar contracts for expanded learning programs, but they’re demanding accountability and metrics to ensure student success!

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Board approves several large after‑school and expanded‑learning contracts; trustees press for metrics and in‑house alternatives
The board approved new contracts for expanded‑learning programs (before/after school and intersession) including Boys & Girls Club/Del Haven and several enrichment vendors; trustees asked for clearer performance metrics, equity across schools, and a multi‑year plan to reduce outsourcing.
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August 21, 2026 at 6:35 PM
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The board just secured over $1 million in federal and state grants to combat learning loss and enhance summer and afterschool programs!

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Board accepts multiple ARP/ESSER and federal grants, earmarking funds for learning loss, summer and afterschool programs
Between December 2021 and April 2022 the board accepted several American Rescue Plan/ESSER awards and federal grants totaling hundreds of thousands of dollars for learning‑loss recovery, summer enrichment and afterschool programs.
citizenportal.ai
August 21, 2026 at 5:14 AM
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💬 Voter perspectives on afterschool: Black voters overwhelmingly support afterschool programs - 96% of Black voters say that afterschool programs are an absolute necessity for their community.

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Voter perspectives on afterschool: Black voters overwhelmingly support afterschool programs
The recently released fact sheet, “Voters Say Afterschool Programs are a Necessity,” provided a high-level, national overview of a poll surveying registered voters. To provide a closer
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February 28, 2025 at 6:16 PM
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The Stevens Point Area Public School District is joining forces with the Boys and Girls Club to create a brighter future for local youth through innovative programs and community support.

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Boys and Girls Club CEO outlines programs aiding Portage County youth
Danielle Belski presents comprehensive programs supporting youth development in Portage County.
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February 12, 2025 at 2:00 AM
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20+ States Sue Trump Administration Over Frozen $6 Billion in Education Grants
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20+ States Sue Trump Administration Over Frozen $6 Billion in Education Grants | AI News Brew
More than 20 states, led by California, have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over the freezing of critical education funding that threatens after-school and summer programs nationwide
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July 14, 2025 at 7:53 PM
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After-school programs have shown to have many benefits for elementary and middle school aged students. This article pulls together these benefits and does a great job at packaging them in a nice and informative way.
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March 26, 2026 at 5:15 PM
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WHNT 19Alabama News Beacon #Education #Grants #AfterSchoolPrograms
Education Department will release some frozen grants supporting after-school and summer programs
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Education Department will release $1.3 billion in previously withheld grant money for after-school programs, days after 10 Republican senators sent a letter imploring the Trump administration to allow frozen education money to be sent to states. President Donald Trump’s administration on July 1 withheld more than $6 billion in federal grants [...]
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July 18, 2025 at 11:49 PM
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WHNT 19Alabama News Beacon #EducationFunding #AfterSchoolPrograms #SummerPrograms
More than 20 states sue Trump administration over frozen after-school and summer funding
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — More than 20 states sued President Donald Trump's administration on Monday over billions of dollars in frozen education funding for after-school care, summer programs and more. Some of the withheld money funds after-school and summer programming at Boys & Girls Clubs, the YMCA or public schools, attended by 1.4 million [...]
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July 15, 2025 at 12:52 AM
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WHNT 19Alabama News Beacon #HuntsvilleParks #AfterSchoolPrograms #HuntsvilleRecreation
Huntsville Parks & Recreation after-school programs soon to open registration
The City is soon to open registration for the Parks & Recreation Department's after-school program.
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July 1, 2025 at 7:06 PM
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Minneapolis Youth Coordinating Board warns that crucial after-school programs are at risk of funding cuts, threatening the engagement and development of over 85,000 young residents.

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Youth Coordinating Board warns after‑school funding at risk; city contribution totals about $360,000
Anne DeGruitt, executive director of the Minneapolis Youth Coordinating Board, told the Budget Committee the board’s convening and after‑school work face cuts tied to federal funding instability, and that the joint powers contributions and city general‑fund support total roughly $450,000 across partner agencies.
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October 24, 2025 at 7:18 PM
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After school learning never tasted so good! #TeamAshby joined SCUSD Trustee Michael Benjamin at Oakridge Elementary for a hands-on afterschool cooking class, where students whipped up a delicious cactus-and-corn salsa served on a tostada.

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March 12, 2026 at 2:09 AM
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Lewiston Public Schools is making a bold move to secure $502,600 in funding to enhance after-school programs and tackle housing challenges for students and their families.

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Lewiston Public Schools apply for $502K 21st Century grant to support after school programs
Lewiston seeks competitive funding for four after school sites to aid students' needs.
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July 21, 2025 at 10:13 AM
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Bangor's city council is exploring a new recreational facility that could transform after-school activities for families, including much-needed ice skating lessons!

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Local Parents Advocate for After-School Ice Skating and Enhanced Park Facilities
Parents call for after-school ice skating lessons and improved childcare options in parks.
citizenportal.ai
May 25, 2025 at 12:14 AM
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The lack of desire and effort to provide spaces and programs for youth of color in Madison reminds me of my days as a Community Policing Activist in Chicago. /THREAD

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Youth-Centered Spaces Are Missing in Madison - WORT-FM 89.9
Sabrina Madison speaks with two local leaders about the lack of teen-centered spaces in Dane County, especially for Black youth.
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June 20, 2025 at 2:51 AM
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Two in three South Dakota parents who want #AfterschoolPrograms for their children are unable to enroll them, in many cases because programs are too expensive, unavailable or inaccessible, according to a survey commissioned by the Afterschool Alliance.
Survey finds many South Dakota parents unable to enroll children in afterschool programs • South Dakota Searchlight
Two in three South Dakota parents who want afterschool programs for their children are unable to enroll them, according to a survey.
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October 15, 2025 at 3:15 PM