Ignite Afterschool

💡This Convenings bring youth workers, educators, and leaders into one space to share ideas, build connections, and strength. Now it’s your turn to be part of it. 📍Bemidji – June 5 | shorturl.at/Wwccg Keem@igniteafterschool.org

Despite concerns about sustainability and students' well-being reaching pandemic-level highs, 69% of program providers remain optimistic about their program's future. 💙 That's the #HeartofAfterschool showing up for our kids and families! afterschoolalliance.org/documents/Unce…

Shoutout to the incredible staff at Brooklyn Center Elementary! This week is Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week, and we’re celebrating the people who make a difference every day. #HeartOfAfterschool #AfterschoolWorks #YouthDevelopment #afterschoolappreciationweek

Let’s come together to build stronger youth spaces. Join us at the Spring Convening in Bemidji. 🗓 June 5th, 2026 📍 Bemidji, MN Connect. Collaborate. Cultivate. 🌱 Register Now: shorturl.at/Yvcml #QualityMatters #Youthworker #springconvening #MDE #IgniteAfterschool

Proud to shout our team member Hay Blute, featured in the Spring 2026 AfterSchool Today magazine by the National AfterSchool Association. Full Spring 2026 issue of AfterSchool Today: flipsnack.com/.../spring-202… #HeartOfAfterschool #afterschoolappreciationweek #AfterschoolWorks

In honor of Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week, we’re highlighting voices behind the impact. Darius shares his perspective. We appreciate you this week and always💙 #HeartOfAfterschool #AfterschoolWorks #afterschoolappreciationweek

Every student deserves high-quality afterschool experiences. Behind every great program is a dedicated afterschool professional. This Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week (April 20–24, 2026), we’re shining a light on the staff who make a difference every day! THANK YOU.

Teens: explore real STEM careers at this STEM Next Career Chat on April 29! Hear from professionals at BAE Systems, Illumina, MEFA, and RTX and learn how your interests can connect to future careers. Register today: bit.ly/4tgp07F

Applications are still open through May 15th! I-SAC supports School-Age Care sites through a continuous improvement and accreditation process that builds quality, consistency, and impact Apply here: igniteafterschool.org/i-sac #ISAC #AfterschoolPrograms #QualityMatters

This week is Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week. Here Tyler Philip shares his perspective, experience, and why afterschool matter for young people. We’re proud to uplift the voices behind the impact. Thank you always.❤️ #HeartOfAfterschool #afterschoolappreciationweek

Nearly 10M young people are learning, exploring, growing, and thriving in afterschool — and that wouldn't be possible without the dedicated professionals behind every program! Thank you for being the #HeartofAfterschool. 💙 naaweb.org/page/Afterscho…

Duluth Spring Convening 2026. Registration is still open! Join us for a day of connection, learning, and uplifting youth voice w/ afterschool professionals from across the region. 🗓 May 1, 2026 📍 Duluth, MN 🔗 shorturl.at/TMwqu #MDE #IgniteAfterschool #springconvening

Bemidji - Spring Convening 2026 Don’t miss this opportunity to engage, collaborate, and grow with fellow youth development leaders. 🗓 June 5, 2026 📍 Bemidji, MN 🔗 Register here: shorturl.at/CYksD #MDE #IgniteAfterschool #springconvening #afterschoolprofessionals

This week we celebrate afterschool professionals across our communities who show up every day to support, guide, and uplift young people. Your impact goes far beyond the classroom. #AfterschoolProfessionalsAppreciationWeek #AfterschoolWorks #HeartofAfterschool

Spring Convening 2026 / Ignite Afterschool & the MDE was a powerful reminder of what’s possible when we come together for youth. Missed this one or want more? We’ve got you DULUTH REGIONAL: shorturl.at/h8ro1 BEMIDJI REGINAL: shorturl.at/WpJUq #IgniteAfterschool #MDE

Still amazed from today at the Minnesota State Capitol! Minnesota STEM Day brought together educators, youth leaders, and innovators from across the state to celebrate what’s possible when we invest in STEM learning, both in and out of school. #STEMDay #YouthVoice #FutureReady

It’s #YouthVoiceWeek! 📣 Join us in lifting up and amplifying youth voice, share their stories, highlight their impact, and create space for their leadership. Explore and get inspired: shorturl.at/EgKcI

Applications are open until May 15th! Take your program to the next level. Gain access to coaching, research-based practices, and continuous improvement support that helps young people thrive. Apply Today: igniteafterschool.org/i-sac #ISAC #AfterSchoolProgram #afterschoolquality

Are you a youth development professional in Duluth or Northeast Minnesota region? Join us for Spring Convening 📍Duluth – May 1| Register here: shorturl.at/23u86 📍Bemidji – June 5| Registration Open: shorturl.at/bVitb For more info: Keem@igniteafterschool.org

Join us this spring at our 2026 Regional Spring Convenings. 📍Duluth – May 1 | Registration Open Now 📍Bemidji – June 5 | Registration Opening Soon Spots are limited, don’t miss your opportunity. Register Here: shorturl.at/Eox01 For more info: Keem@igniteafterschool.org