Welcome to The Dash

Join us to learn about all of the resources available on The Dash.
*No certificate will be provided for this informational session.*

It is no secret that both school day and OST staff want to see students reach their full potential and invest in this daily. During this session, you will explore […]

Join us to learn about all of the resources available on The Dash.
*No certificate will be provided for this informational session.*

Out-of-School Time (OST) programs play a vital role in supporting immigrant and refugee youth as they adapt to new environments, navigate cultural transitions, and cope with stressors that can impact […]

Transform inexperienced staff into confident out-of-school time professionals from their first few weeks and beyond including effective communication strategies that build competence while maintaining staff engagement. NAA Competency: Program Planning […]

OST professionals understand that maximizing program impact goes beyond activities — it requires intentional observation and thoughtful reflection. This session introduces the foundational practices of program evaluation and observation, offering […]

Evaluation and observation aren’t just tools — they’re part of the blueprint for strong OST programs. This session helps leaders connect the dots between understanding these tools and using them […]

This session provides emerging leaders and frontline professionals with essential tools, enhanced self-awareness, and effective strategies for leading with confidence, integrity, and emotional intelligence. This interactive program is structured to […]

In this session, you’ll hear directly from OST leaders who’ve used evaluation tools to build systems that generate meaningful data and tell the real story of their program’s impact. They’ll […]

Out-of-School Time programs are the backbone of providing a safe, caring, and learning environment for young people in the community. This is no simple task to achieve for the adults […]

This session provides emerging leaders and frontline professionals with essential tools, enhanced self-awareness, and effective strategies for leading with confidence, integrity, and emotional intelligence. This interactive program is structured to […]

The Dash invites OST educators and youth professionals to pause, reflect, and renew their sense of purpose. Through interactive sessions on trauma-informed care, social-emotional learning, and restorative practices, participants will […]

Understanding the basic foundations of trauma is critical when working with youth in any capacity. This session will explore stress responses and how they influence youth behavior. Participants will learn […]

This session focuses on real-world application of trauma-informed care. Participants will learn actionable practices such as co-regulation techniques, de-escalation strategies, relationship building tools, and ways to create consistency. Through scenarios […]

Integrity builds influence, and trust sustains it. In this session, participants will explore what it means to “be fair and honest” as leaders and professionals. Through self-reflection, small-group dialogue, and […]

Out-of-School Time (OST) programs play a vital role in supporting immigrant and refugee youth as they adapt to new environments, navigate cultural transitions, and cope with stressors that can impact […]

Building on the foundation of self-awareness, this session will equip participants with practical tools to sustain motivation and engagement across teams. Through real-world scenarios and collaborative problem-solving, leaders will learn […]