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See all the reasons @TheOppTulsa LOVES afterschool! Why do you love afterschool? #IHeartAfterschool #WeHeartAfterschool #ILoveAfterschool #WeLoveAfterschool #afterschool #expandedlearning #ost #valentine #valentinesday #vday #happyvalentinesday #tulsayouth #afterschoolclub

We’re joining hundreds of afterschool programs around the country by showing our love for afterschool for Valentine’s Day! See what our director @jhilobiz had to say! Why do YOU<3 afterschool? #IHeartAfterschool @afterschool4all

📢We need 13-18 girls that love STEM & afterschool to apply for this opportunity!⚗️ 💲$1,000 scholarship ✈️STEM conference in SD! ✈️ 🙏Please reach out if help is needed with the application. 📅Deadline-TOMORROW Fri., Dec. 8! 👉Apply here: milliongirlsmoonshot.org/moonshot-fligh…🔗 🚀

We love seeing #LightsOnAfterschool Celebrations in our state! 💡🎲 Family Game Night and information booths at Le Monde International School, Public Charter of Norman, OK with #KidvationGlobal #LightsonOK

The countdown begins NOW...#LightsOnAfterschool is officially 10 WEEKS AWAY! 💡 See the @afterschool4all timeline to help you plan a fun and memorable event for your students, families, and community this October 26: afterschoolalliance.org/loaChecklist.c…

Congrats to Jahaziel, a 2023-2024 White-Riley-Peterson (WRP) Policy Fellow! The @rileyinstitute WPR program equips participants policy-making tools and skills for afterschool and expanded learning. Learn more and see all 17 of this year’s fellows at bit.ly/WRP-23-24

📣Calling all STEM educators! Don’t miss the @steamengineokc ‘s PD opportunity next week. Sign up here: bit.ly/3pHhBmp

This summer, encourage family participation in STEM activities to nurture children's interests, boost their confidence, and encourage creativity. Here are six ideas for afterschool and summer programs to ensure a joyful season for all families. bit.ly/3okD6ID

The 2023 Flight Crew was announced as our commitment to the White House National Space Council’s priority to promote career awareness of space opportunities. The Flight Crew elevates youth voices to inspire more young people to become future STEM leaders. bit.ly/3ZkR0br

Engineering has become a staple of STEM programming for youth. How can we confidently bring engineering into our programming and support youth as they engage in problem-solving? buff.ly/3yqFjUK

Meet 50 Women in STEM who paved the way for women today to pursue their dreams of changing the world: buff.ly/3ymtLl9

This #WomensHistoryMonth, learn more about women currently working in science who are pioneers in #STEM. Check out these profiles from Astra Femina: buff.ly/3Lcl7xh

This week is the National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week® (NDAFW)! NDAFW is an annual, week-long health observance that inspires dialogue about the science of drug use and addiction among youth. Learn more! ➡️ buff.ly/3JmaSnN

“I believe that if young girls saw a successful and happy scientist who looks like them, they will be more likely to achieve big goals in life.” Learn more about Dr. Nia Madison, a professor and director of HIV research: buff.ly/3Jp3hWs

Join Jobs for the Future TODAY as they unpack Possible Futures, a no cost career exploration curriculum for learners in grades 6-10, consisting of six units that help learners: develop essential employability skills, explore STEM occupations. REGISTER: buff.ly/421bqrp

Afterschool programs connected with the Moonshot get EARLY ACCESS to Illumina’s DNA kits! Every year, Illumina celebrates DNA Day throughout the month of April. Learn more! buff.ly/3JmyGZM

The OPSRC Tech Team has created 30-45 minute Tech Talks on different technology tools teachers and students can use in the classroom. See all upcoming and archived webinars! buff.ly/3J05ExC

Check out this news story about Spencer Harrison, an 8th grade student at the Tiger Pride Clubs afterschool program and at Pryor Public Schools, is serving in its 2023 class of Youth Afterschool Ambassadors! Read more. ➡️ buff.ly/3Jphy5B

Less than 50% of high school girls know a woman in a STEM career. Let’s change that - recruit STEM professionals to support youth today! Register here to find role models and mentors in STEM for your students today: buff.ly/3znFiAW

Explore Engineering as a Career with Jobs for the Future on March 13th! This session will unpack Possible Futures, a no cost career exploration curriculum for learners in grades 6 through 10: buff.ly/3vH5pBx