Our Workshop Strands are comprised of focused 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.

2026 Workshop Strand Sponsors

CALIFORNIA AFTERSCHOOL NETWORK

Thriving Together: Building a Stronger Expanded Learning Ecosystem

This workshop series explores the interconnected elements that help Expanded Learning and OST programs flourish—from advocacy and quality to workforce development, well-being, and integrated systems. Participants will engage in sessions that strengthen each part of the ecosystem while contributing to a shared vision for resilient, community-centered supports.

Learn more about the California Afterschool Network workshop strand. 

LEGO® Education 

Inspiring the Builders of Tomorrow Through Purposeful Play

The LEGO® Education-sponsored strand at BOOST 2026 showcases how learning through purposeful play transforms outside-of-school experiences. Through hands-on workshops and district-led showcases, participants explore LEGO® Education–powered learning that supports equity, UDL, English learner development, and belonging. Sessions offer scalable, ready-to-implement strategies that help districts build sustainable, play-based systems and future-ready skills.

Learn more about the LEGO® Education workshop strand.

Think Together

Evolving Together: Building Brighter Futures through Connection, Courage, and Creativity

A collection of interactive workshops inviting participants to grow together through meaningful connection, courageous dialogue, and creative practice. Through reflection, collaboration, and hands-on activities, we explore how relationships, brave choices, and imagination build resilience, spark innovation, and empower individuals and teams to co-create brighter, student-centered futures. Participants leave with practical tools, renewed perspective, and shared momentum for positive change.

Learn more about the Think Together workshop strand.

Mini-Workshop Strand Sponsors

elevo

Expanded Learning 2.0: Building Excellence Through Workforce Transformation and Program Innovation

Expanded learning is a key opportunity to redesign systems of learning, healing, and growth, especially for students furthest from opportunity. Amid challenges like staffing and engaging diverse learners, this strand explores how expanded learning can drive curriculum, staff development, and program environments that help all students thrive before, during, and after school.

Learn more about the Elevo workshop strand.

It Takes All of Us, Presented by CalSAC and PCY

https://partnerforchildren.org/ittakesallofus

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Workshop Strand Sponsors contact

For questions or additional details on becoming a Workshop Strand Sponsor, please contact: 

 

Andrea Seals Wilson, Exhibit & Sponsorship Account Director 
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