Subject: Your June Out-of-School Time News!

Your June Out-of-School Time News!

June 18th, 2025 at 8:48 am EDT

There are so many ways to be involved in our 2025 conference, The Heartbeat of OST: Relationships that Inspire, Empower, and Transform, happening on September 15, 2025, in Richmond. Check out the details below for:AttendAwardsVideo spotlightsSponso ...

Last call! Apply today to speak at our 2025 conference!

June 16th, 2025 at 11:50 am EDT

Workshop proposals are due today, June 16th! Request for Workshop Proposals Now Open We're seeking high-quality workshop presentations for our annual conference held on September 15th in Richmond. This year’s theme emphasizes the profound i ...

Let us Feature You at our Conference in September!

June 11th, 2025 at 8:02 am EDT

There are so many ways to be involved in our 2025 conference, The Heartbeat of OST: Relationships that Inspire, Empower, and Transform, happening on September 15, 2025, in Richmond. Check out the details below for:Video spotlightsAwardsWorkshop pre ...

VCU Certificate Program is Building Momentum!

June 9th, 2025 at 1:19 pm EDT

In fall 2023 and into spring 2024, Vaughn Garland, Ph.D., Youth Education Manager at the Mary and Frances Youth Center and friend of VPOST, solicited the expertise of community partners, program staff, and regional experts in youth development to d ...

🎉 Join Us in Welcoming Michelle Simpson to the VPOST Team!

June 5th, 2025 at 12:17 pm EDT

VPOST is excited to announce that Michelle Simpson has joined our team as the VPOST Youth Ambassador Coordinator! Michelle is a Youth Development Specialist and Coordinator for Alternatives Inc., making her the perfect person for the job! In this r ...

Let us Feature You at our Conference in September!

June 5th, 2025 at 8:02 am EDT

There are so many ways to be involved in our 2025 conference, The Heartbeat of OST: Relationships that Inspire, Empower, and Transform, happening on September 15, 2025, in Richmond. Check out the details below for:Video spotlightsAwardsWorkshop pre ...

Reviewers needed for new Quality Standards Assessment Tool!

June 3rd, 2025 at 9:36 am EDT

We need to hear from you! Share your recommendations and get rewarded with a gift card! AboutVPOST is seeking members for our Quality Standards Assessment Tool review committee. Members of the committee will be rewarded with a $50 gift card for sh ...

It's Moonshot Monday!

June 2nd, 2025 at 3:41 pm EDT

  FREE STEM Coaching from ACRES The ACRES project is now offering all STEM coaching materials for FREE - giving leaders like you the tools and resources to keep reflecting on the STEM lessons offered at your sites and within your ...

URGENT ACTION NEEDED: PROPOSED BUDGET DETAILS THE ELIMINATION OF DEDICATED AFTERSCHOOL AND SUMMER FUNDING!

June 2nd, 2025 at 12:08 pm EDT

 On the evening of May 30, 2025, the Trump Administration posted its full FY26 budget proposal that includes the elimination of dedicated afterschool and summer funding, cuts, and consolidation of programs - putting millions of children and f ...

In Memory of Congressman Gerry Connolly

May 28th, 2025 at 3:59 pm EDT

The VPOST Board of Directors and staff were deeply saddened by the passing of Congressman Gerald (Gerry) Connolly, a dedicated public servant whose decades-long career was defined by unwavering commitment to the people of Virginia. From his 13 year ...