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  • Engaging & Supporting Positive Behavior

    Virtual

    This one-hour, high-energy virtual training is designed for frontline after-school staff who support children in dynamic, fast-paced environments. The session provides practical strategies, renewed perspective, and engaging activities to help staff manage challenging behaviors while fostering positive connections with youth. Through short movie clips, real-life scenarios, and interactive dialogue, participants will explore three core strategies—proactive […]

  • Engaging & Supporting Positive Behavior Rerun

    Virtual

    This one-hour, high-energy virtual training is designed for frontline after-school staff who support children in dynamic, fast-paced environments. The session provides practical strategies, renewed perspective, and engaging activities to help staff manage challenging behaviors while fostering positive connections with youth. Through short movie clips, real-life scenarios, and interactive dialogue, participants will explore three core strategies—proactive […]

  • The Why Behind the What: Seeing Behavior Through a New Lens

    Virtual

    Discover how behavior reflects what youth may not be able to say in words. Learn to uncover root causes, use empathy, and redirect behavior in ways that preserve relationships. Gain strategies to provide support and respond to undesirable behaviors rather than reacting to them. Audience: Frontline NAA Competency: Relationships and Interactions with Children and Youth […]

  • PODCAST+ A Catalyst for Growth: Redefining Communication During Conflict

    Virtual

    It’s no secret that having hard conversations is never easy, especially with your colleagues. Expanding on elements from our Quarter 1 Supervisor Series, this Podcasts+ episode will evaluate some key communication strategies when dealing with conflict. Listeners will hear from local proponents of restorative practices and learn how to navigate workplace conflicts with clarity, empathy, […]

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    The D.A.S.H. Framework™: Discipline, Action, Service, Heart: Part 2

    Virtual

    This dynamic two-part workshop equips educators, after-school leaders, and SEL coaches to integrate Social Emotional Learning into everyday teaching and programming.

    Part Two explores Service and Heart—the outer and inner work of SEL. Participants discover how to help students develop empathy, purpose, and identity through reflection, storytelling, and service-based learning.

    By the end of both sessions, participants will understand the “what” and “why” of SEL and leave with ready-to-use tools for creating engaging, emotionally intelligent classrooms and programs that empower students to lead with focus, empathy, and heart.

  • How OST Workers Support the School’s Administration and Teacher: Enhancing Educational Outcomes

    Virtual

    This session explores how Out-of-School Time (OST) workers play a vital role in promoting positive behavior by collaborating effectively with school administrators and teachers. Participants will learn strategies to align after-school practices with the school’s behavioral expectations and social-emotional goals. Through discussion and scenario-based learning, OST staff will identify ways to communicate student needs, reinforce […]

  • Inclusivity 101

    Virtual

    This training will focus on and discuss inclusive tools and techniques which can be adopted into OST programming. The Inclusivity training will include and cover topics such as: creating inclusive activities; developing a culture of inclusivity; and supporting caregivers of youth with special needs. Audience: All NAA Competency: Equity and Inclusion Register Here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/3OFUrnhURTCunXfqLDCb7w 

  • How OST Workers Support the School’s Administration and Teacher: Enhancing Educational Outcomes – Rerun

    Virtual

    This session explores how Out-of-School Time (OST) workers play a vital role in promoting positive behavior by collaborating effectively with school administrators and teachers. Participants will learn strategies to align after-school practices with the school’s behavioral expectations and social-emotional goals. Through discussion and scenario-based learning, OST staff will identify ways to communicate student needs, reinforce […]

  • Catch Them Doing Good: The Power of Positive Reinforcement

    Virtual

    Learn how to spot and celebrate positive behavior moments that can transform group dynamics. Explore strategies to give feedback that sticks and motivates youth toward continuous improvement. Gain confidence in replacing punitive measures with encouragement-based approaches. Audience: Frontline NAA Competency: Relationships and Interactions with Children and Youth Register here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/LPcmPpIbTa-NSlgCrB_QXA

  • Building Positive Learning Environments: PBS Strategies for Frontline Staff

    Virtual

    This interactive professional development session equips frontline after-school staff with the tools and understanding needed to foster a positive, safe, and structured learning environment. Participants will learn to define Positive Behavior Support (PBS) and explore its vital role in promoting student success and well-being. The session highlights how Social Emotional Learning (SEL) connects to PBS, emphasizing emotional regulation as […]