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It's Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week (APAW)! 💡 Did you know...  ➡ An estimated 7.8 million young people participate in afterschool programs yearly in the U.S.  ➡ Over 850,000 highly skilled and valuable afterschool professionals work with young people during out-of-school time (OST).  ➡ Research shows that afterschool professionals are the key to program quality that mitigates risk factors and positively impacts youth outcomes.  ➡ Afterschool programs run by skilled professionals result in increased social and emotional skills, school attendance, and academic performance. Recognizing afterschool professionals isn't just about acknowledging their hard work; it's also about supporting their ongoing growth and development. Providing access to professional development opportunities, such as those offered by the Forum’s Weikart Center for Youth Program Quality, is crucial for enhancing skills and effectiveness in working with young people. For more information on APAW and how to show your appreciation from the National AfterSchool Association (NAA), visit: https://lnkd.in/gXhr8pkM #HeartOfAfterschool #OSTProfessionals  

Teachers and school leaders strive to provide an inclusive education for all students, ensuring equal learning opportunities in a supportive and respectful environment. Regardless of identity, background, or any disabilities, every child deserves to feel safe and valued in school. SEL curricula have been shown to foster an improved sense of belonging, positive relationships, and boosted academic achievement among students (Source: bit.ly/3yL2Hzq). Key social-emotional skills include self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making. When practiced, the benefits are often undeniable! 💡 Learn more about our partnership with Aperture Education to develop SEL assessments for our Second Step programs: https://lnkd.in/g3Wghxne

"I have always derived a very personal fulfilment from supporting Eton’s commitment to making its education available to those who cannot otherwise afford it." In our latest blog, Jonnie Noakes (Director of Teaching and Learning at Eton) reflects on his work with The Sutton Trust Read more here: https://bit.ly/3MW2eyi

Follow-up to the Lumina Foundation report on their HBCU adult learner initiative: One of the most interesting insights I gained from supporting Johnson C. Smith University (JCSU) last year is that many of their adult learners desire a "full college experience." They want to feel as valued as traditional students and integrated into the campus community. This is a different sentiment from research I've conducted at PWIs, where adult learners often want to get in and get out without much fuss. One key action step that arose: Design an adult learner "Signature Student Experience" that starts from application and extends to alumhood. For HBCUs, which are deeply rooted in tradition, incorporating elements of the student experience such as Greek life, band, choir, and other traditions can significantly enhance the adult learner experience and provide them with the enriching college journey they seek - and frankly, pay for.

It's good work with good people. As simple and fab as that.

As we wrap up Teacher Appreciation Week, let's remember that the best way to show gratitude to teachers is by appreciating them all year! Check out this article from TNTP for "5 Ways to Demonstrate Teacher Appreciation Year-Round:" https://lnkd.in/ekWSBZp4 #teachers #teachersday #teacherappreciationweek

The HBdV Fellows introduce themselves. We start with Merle-Sophie Thielmann from the Universität Mannheim. At the #7ECSLHE, I present a seminar concept introducing pre-service teachers to diversity-oriented school improvement processes. Students gained insight into the implementation of these processes during visits to cooperating schools and reflected on their future roles in shaping the schools they will work at. The presentation of the seminar concept is supplemented by qualitative analyses of students' written reflections and group discussions on the potential benefits of service learning in a) addressing the challenges faced by schools in socially disadvantaged areas and b) preparing pre-service teachers for teaching at and shaping schools in increasingly diverse environments.

One of the questions families and professionals often ask at our TCES National Online School open days is whether we can support exam study. I'm pleased to confirm that we can; this coming year we have students taking #GCSEs in a range of subjects including English, Maths, Biology and Combined Science and #ALevels in English Literature and Psychology. Please take a look at the website for more information https://lnkd.in/et3GCKjK #onlineschool #specialschool #specialeducation #onlineeducation #neurodiversity #wenevergiveup

Celebrating National Education Day! Today, we honor the power of education to shape minds, inspire dreams, and create a brighter future. Here’s to lifelong learning and the teachers, mentors, and students who make it all possible! #NationalEducationDay #LearningForLife #InspireToLearn"