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 Out-Of-School Time Learning 

Emerging lessons on using public and private resources effectively to develop and sustain high-quality out-of-school learning programs.

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Strengthening Out-of-School Time Organizations: Three Views
Strengthening Out-of-School Time Organizations: Three Views
(August 2008) Three papers by leading authorities in out-of-school time learning consider the major organizational obstacles to lifting the quality of programs, and discuss possible remedies.
Administrative Management Capacity in Out-of-School Time Organizations: An Exploratory Study
Administrative Management Capacity in Out-of-School Time Organizations: An Exploratory Study
(July 2008) Organizations that run out-of-school time programs need additional investment in administration and management in order to most effectively support, develop and expand their programs, a study commissioned by The Wallace Foundation finds.
Evaluation of the New York City Out-of-School Time Initiative: Implementation of Programs for High School Youth
Evaluation of the New York City Out-of-School Time Initiative: Implementation of Programs for High School Youth
(June 2008) This report prepared by Policy Studies Associates for the New York Department of Youth and Community Development presents data on New York City’s ambitious out-of-school time teen program and findings on participant engagement in programs.
A Place to Grow and Learn
A Place to Grow and Learn: A Citywide Approach to Building and Sustaining Out-of-School Time Learning Opportunities
(February 2008) Drawing on lessons from five partner cities, this Wallace Perspective offers "action elements" to help other cities get started in achieving widespread, sustainable improvements in out-of-school learning opportunities.
Getting Started with Market Research for Out-of-School Time Planning: A Resource Guide for Communities
Getting Started with Market Research for Out-of-School Time Planning: A Resource Guide for Communities
(March 2007) This practical guide shows community leaders, policymakers and out-of-school-time practitioners how to use market research to make more informed decisions.
The Costs of Out-of-School Time Programs: A Review of the Available Evidence
The Costs of Out-of-School Time Programs: A Review of the Available Evidence
(May 2006) Identifies knowledge gaps about the costs of quality out-of-school-time programs that must be filled if city leaders are to make informed decisions about youth services.
Focus on Families! How to Build and Support Family-Centered Practices in After School
Focus on Families! How to Build and Support Family-Centered Practices in After School
(February 2006) How increased family involvement in after-school services can enhance programs and benefit both children and their caregivers.
Supporting Student Success: A Governor's Guide to Extra Learning Opportunities
Supporting Student Success: A Governor's Guide to Extra Learning Opportunities
(October 2005) A step-by-step policy guide by the National Governors Association on how states can enhance learning opportunities for children outside of school.
Voices from the 2005 Wallace Foundation Symposium: Building a Framework for the Future
Voices from the 2005 Wallace Foundation Symposium: Building a Framework for the Future
(September 2005) This video captures the key issues facing the field as discussed by OST leaders including funders, practitioners, advocates and policymakers. The video is hosted by Mrs. Margaret Daley, first Lady of the City of Chicago and leading OST advocate.
Building a Framework for the Future: A Wallace Symposium on Out of School Time
Building a Framework for the Future: A Wallace Symposium on Out-of-School Time
(April 2005) The Wallace Foundation sponsored a gathering of providers, policymakers, foundations and intermediaries to discuss how best to deliver high-quality learning opportunities during non-school hours.
Quality That Lasts: Building a Framework for the Future of OST
Quality That Lasts: Building a Framework for the Future of OST
(April 2005) A Wallace brief on how policymakers and program providers can plan for broad, lasting improvements in out-of-school services.
Making Out-of-School-Time Matter: Evidence for an Action Agenda
Making Out-of-School-Time Matter: Evidence for an Action Agenda
(March 2005) A RAND report on what is known about the growing out-of-school-learning field, including demand for services, quality and participation.
All Work and No Play?
All Work and No Play?
(November 2004)  Explores the often-overlooked opinions of parents and children about what they want from out-of-school programs.
Multiple Choices After School: Findings from the Extended-Service Schools Initiative
Multiple Choices After School: Findings from the Extended-Service Schools Initiative
(June 2002) Lessons that 60 schools learned in their efforts to provide in-house services for kids after school.
Working Together for Children and Families: A Community Guide to Making the Most of Out-of-School Time
Working Together for Children and Families: A Community Guide to Making the Most of Out-of-School Time
(October 2001) A guide to planning, funding and developing high-quality out-of-school programs.
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