WORKSHOP STRAND SPONSORS
Our Workshop Strands are comprised of targeted workshop sessions throughout the BOOST conference. Presented by leaders and supporters of expanded learning, these purposeful organizations will share inspiring ideas, promising practices, and current trends in the in and out-of-school time fields. Click each of our Workshop Strand Sponsors on the right-hand side of the page to learn more.
California AfterSchool Network
Cultivating Leadership with CAN: Enriching, Empowering, Educating, and Elevating the OST Field
Join us for dynamic workshops dedicated to reimagining learning spaces and community leadership. We'll focus on strategies to Enrich partnerships, Empower OST practitioners, Explore tools to advance our field, Elevate community voices, and amplify advocacy for thriving, equitable communities. This engaging experience will inspire action and innovation as we collectively work to build a brighter future for all.
https://www.boostconference.org/california-afterschool-network
Champions® Before- and After-School Programs
Best Practices to Promote Whole-Child Enrichment in Out-of-School Time Programs
Join an award-winning out-of-school time provider for six dynamic sessions. We will apply 30 years of lessons learned to deep dive challenges, best practices, research, and dialogue to foster whole-child enrichment that can be easily incorporated into your own programs. This strand will cover the hottest topics and emerging insights in the field, leaving you with promising practices to motivate your students, engage your teachers, deliver results, and make a lasting impact in your communities.
https://www.boostconference.org/champions
Elevo
Expanded Learning for All: Building Spaces of Belonging After School
This workshop strand aims to equip educators and program leaders with the skills to create welcoming, inclusive environments for diverse learners. Participants will engage in interactive sessions exploring strategies for fostering belonging, implementing Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and promoting social-emotional learning (SEL). Attendees will develop insight, learn strategies, and develop actionable plans to ensure every child can thrive in after-school settings.
https://www.boostconference.org/elevo
LEGO® Education
LEGO® Education Maker's Station
Think Together
Empower, Engage, Elevate: A Collaborative Path to Success
The true strength of Out-of-School-Time (OST) organizations lies in their most valuable asset: their people. By empowering, engaging, and elevating OST professionals, we not only strengthen partnerships but also foster the success and growth of our students. Join us as we explore a people-centered approach to leadership, uncovering strategies to drive innovation, cultivate success, and create sustainable growth for everyone involved in OST work.
https://www.boostconference.org/think-together
Woodcraft Rangers
Programs that Empower: Equity and Inclusion in Action in Expanded Learning
Woodcraft Rangers was founded in 1922 to ensure all youth had access to safe and meaningful enrichment experiences. By centering youth interests and community needs, we’ve continually evolved to support families across generations. Join us to discover how Woodcraft’s programming adapts to meet the ever-changing needs of our communities, and the role expanded learning programs can play in ensuring every youth has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.
Workshop Strand Sponsors contact
Andrea Seals Wilson, Exhibit & Sponsorship Account Director
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