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March 2010

Events & Announcements

Mayoral Summit on Afterschool/Extended Learning: Let the Conversation Begin!

From left to right: Mayor Smith of Maricopa, Mayor Skelton of Sahuarita, Mayor Loomis of Oro Valley, Mayor Walkup of Tucson, and Mayor Holaway
of Eager at the Mayoral Summit on March 3rd.

On March 3, 2010, nearly 100 city, education, business and community leaders attending the first
Arizona Mayoral Summit on Afterschool/Extended Learning identified priorities that will be the basis
of a comprehensive strategic approach to sustaining and expanding afterschool programs across
Arizona.

Read more about the Mayoral Summit HERE

Data Needed to Support Afterschool Agenda - Include Your Program on the

Arizona Afterschool MAP!
A reoccurring theme at the recent statewide Mayoral Summit on Afterschool was the need for data.
Policymakers and funders alike stressed the need for the afterschool movement to better document both
the need for afterschool programming and the gaps in programming.

As a result, the Arizona Center for Afterschool Excellence is expanding the capabilities of the Arizona
Afterschool Map, a web based, afterschool map and directory which was originally designed to be an
invaluable tool for all Arizona afterschool providers.
This, first of its kind, Arizona afterschool mapping project allows all afterschool programs, large AND
small, non-profit AND for profit, licensed AND licensed exempt, to log on to www.azafterschool.org and
click on Afterschool Directory to easily enter the data requested regarding their program. There is no
charge for including your program or programs on the Arizona Afterschool Map. It takes only a few
minutes to enter program details and programs with multiple sites have the capability to enter each site
individually. The afterschool map also allows afterschool providers with summer programs to list the
details of their summer programs separately.

If you find your program is already listed in the directory, please confirm the accuracy of information listed
because we know the economic downturn has caused many changes in the number, size and
composition of afterschool programs statewide.

Parents looking for afterschool programs for their children are able to log onto the site, enter their home
address and search for all programs operating within three, five or fifteen miles from the address entered.
All programs within the geographic radius selected then pop up and parents can then click on individual
program names to see the full details regarding the programs in their area.

In addition to be being a valuable tool for providers and parents, AzCASE will now be able to run queries
and generate reports that will begin to produce the data sought by policymakers and funders.

If you have any questions or need additional information about this incredible, afterschool tool, please call
the Arizona Center for Afterschool Excellence at 602.496.3307.

Populate the Afterschool Map at: http://azafterschool.org/AzAfterschool-Directory/Find-Programs-

Near-You.aspx

Scribner to Chair OST Action Agenda Network

We are proud to announce that Dr. Kent Scribner, Superintendent of the Phoenix Union High School
District has agreed to chair the OST Action Agenda Network being launched as part of our OST Pilot
Grant from the United Way worldwide. Amy Gibbons, Executive Director of the Boys and Girls Clubs of
Greater Phoenix will assist in leading this effort as the vice chair.

A six month, Maricopa County wide effort, the purpose of the network is to develop an actionable agenda
to strengthen the impact the county's out-of-school time network has on children and youth.
Representatives from out-of-school time, education, community-based organizations, business,
government, foundations and families are being recruited to comprise a diverse network of stakeholders
that all have an interest in and a responsibility to furthering quality out-of-school time programs in the
county.

Prior to the launch of the network in mid-April, AzCASE and VSUW will conduct focus groups with out-of-
school providers, youth and parents to learn firsthand their perspectives of the needs, challenges and
opportunities facing the growth and sustainability of quality out-of-school time programs in the county.

For more information regarding the OST Action Agenda Network, please contact Melanie McClintock at
602.496.3307 or mmcclintock@azafterschool.org.

Arizona's 4th Annual Youth Leadership Day - April 14

Helios Education Foundation & the Governor's Youth Commission invite you to attend Arizona's 4th
Annual Youth Leadership Day on April 14, 2010. The event is planned for youth by youth and is an event
which will unite Arizona's youth leaders to develop strong civic skills with engaging speakers and
workshops.
The event will be held in the Arizona State Capitol Mall Complex, lunch will be provided, and the event is
free to attend.

For more information, please contact: Amanda Scott-Thomas at ascottthomas@az.gov or 602. 542.3426.

Tucson Youth Development Coalition Selects 12 Pilot Sites and 10 External

Assessors for Quality Counts

The Quality Counts pilot sites will be going through a 9-month quality assessment and improvement
process beginning with the first training in self-assessment on March 16th: Chicanos Por La Causa,
Marana Unified School District LEAP program, Vail Unified School District Cottonwood Enrichment
Center, Mulcahy YMCA, Tanque Verde Community Programs, Tucson Urban League, Sunnyside Unified
School District Project Team, Compass Health Care C.A.S.T program, La Frontera - Robles Junction
Elementary Program, and Flowing Wells Extension Programs.

The entire community is invited to attend a stakeholder presentation on March 15th from 9am-4pm. Cost
is $35 and includes lunch. Contact Amanda Kucich at akucich@unitedwaytucson.org for more
information and to register for this presentation and/or any of the other trainings listed if you are not a pilot
site but still wish to be involved.

Afterschool in the News

Phoenix After-School Center (PAC) Programs Being Cut
The popular Phoenix After-School Center program was one of the programs on the chopping block as the
city passed its budget Tuesday [March 2] afternoon. A city spokesman confirmed that 25 of the city's 55
PACs are slated to be eliminated. PAC is a low-cost program held on school campuses where children
can play, do homework and participate in structured activities. The city does not yet know which centers
will be cut, but estimated about 1,300 children will be impacted.
Read the KPHO Channel 5 report here

Pima County's After-School Programs Could Close

A proposed change in the state's definition of child-care programs could prompt Pima County to shut
down the free after-school care it provides to dozens of families...
Read the Arizona Daily Star article here

Casa Grande District Programs Ranked Among Top 7 in State

Casa Grande Middle School's Drug Alcohol and Tobacco Awareness Team and the Mock Trial program
at CGMS, Cactus Middle School and Villago Middle School were recognized as Arizona Education
Foundation A+ Exemplary Programs during Tuesday's meeting of the Casa Grande Elementary School
District Governing Board...
Read the Casa Grande Dispatch article here

California a Leader in After-School Programs

A group of California crime victims and law enforcement officials released a report Wednesday
congratulating schools across the state, including in Santa Cruz County, for maintaining after-school
programs they said keep kids in school and out of trouble.
Read the Santa Cruz Sentinel article here

Common Core Stardards Available for Comment

The National Governors Association Center for Best Practices (NGA Center) and the Council of Chief
State School Officers (CCSSO) today released the first official public draft of the college- and career-
readiness standards in English-language arts and mathematics as part of the Common Core State
Standards Initiative, a process being led by governors and chief state school officers in 51 states and
territories. These standards define the knowledge and skills students should have to succeed in entry-
level, credit-bearing, academic college courses and in workforce training programs...
Read the Council of Chief State School Officers press release here

Job Opportunities
EAR CANDY, Executive Assistant/Development Director
EAR CANDY, a non-profit devoted to providing kids access to music education, is on the prowl for a part-
time Executive Assistant / Development Director. Resumes will be accepted until Monday, March 15th.
Details about the position can be found at: http://www.earcandycharity.org/Support.aspx

KYRENE KIDS CLUB, Program Specialist

The Program Specialist will facilitate activity planning meetings, inventory and order materials and
supplies, develop and schedule daily children's activities, communicate information to parents through
memos and newsletters, mentor and provide orientations for Club Leaders, and assign and monitor the
work of Club Leaders. The Program Specialist must have availability from 6:30am-6:30pm.

Positions available at Brisas and Milenio sites.

The application is available online at www.kyrene.org. Call 480.783.4064 for more information.

UNITED WAY OF TUCSON, Health and Nutrition Educator

Full time position with the United Way of Tucson providing nutrition education to children in childcare and
after school settings throughout greater Tucson. Required: Associates degree (education, child
development, health or related field) and 2 years experience developing lesson plans and providing direct
education to children, bilingual (Spanish), valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Preferred: Bachelor's degree in education, child development, health or related field. Must have ability to
work independently, have good attention to detail and be comfortable demonstrating nutrition and fitness
activities to groups of children and adults.

Please send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to: ldillon@unitedwaytucson.org

VALLEY OF THE SUN UNITED WAY, Community Impact Manager - Youth

Valley of the Sun United Way has an open position for a Community Impact Manager (Youth), reporting
to the Vice President of Community Impact (Children and Youth). Major summary of position is to provide
leadership for the further development, implementation, integration and evaluation of Community
Objective Plan strategies. This position is responsible for overall Community Impact project management,
including project planning; budget monitoring; contract management; and convening, leading and
managing VSUW Collaborative Partnerships.

For complete details on responsibilities, skills, requirements and application procedures, please visit
http://www.vsuw.org. Once there, click on About Us, then Careers at the top of the page. Interested
candidates should provide their information by Friday, March 26th. Please no phone inquiries. EOE.
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF THE EAST VALLEY (SACATON), Branch Executive
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply for the Branch Executive position, currently open with the
Boys and Girls Clubs of the East Valley. This position directs, oversees and manages the daily operations
of their Boys and Girls Clubs of the East Valley Branch located in Sacaton, Arizona. The Branch
Executive oversees program and service delivery to youth ages 6 to 18; hires, supervises and trains staff;
facilities management; Gila River Indian Community relations; budget development and administration;
auxiliary board development; fundraising; and membership administration. Qualifications: Qualified
candidates must have a minimum of three years' full time experience in a leadership role with a Boys and
Girls Club, or similar organization; experience with branch operations, supervising staff and fiscal
management.

Please submit a current resume and cover letter stating the position you are applying for, along with an
outline of your qualifications, via fax 480.820.4093, or e-mail to chilof@clubzona.org. Visit the web site at
http://www.clubzona.org to learn more about the organization.

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF GREATER SCOTTSDALE, Part-time Art Instructor

The Boys and Girls Clubs of Scottsdale, AZ has an immediate opening for an art instructor at their Vestar
branch. This is a part-time position working 20-30 hours per week. This position is responsible for
organizing, implementing and supervising a well-rounded and comprehensive arts and crafts program for
this location, including representing the branch at annual art competitions.

Experience planning for and executing art projects with youth in a variety of areas such as sculpture,
photography, and mixed media. Hands-on experience working with children and parents

Qualified applicants should send a resume to rschultz@bgcs.org.

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF GREATER SCOTTSDALE (FOUNTAIN HILLS), Part-

time Technology Instructor & Part-time Game Room Instructor
The Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale has an immediate opening for a Technology Instructor
and a Game Room Instructor at their McKee Branch. These are part-time positions working 25-35 hours
per week.

Qualified applicants should send a resume to rschultz@bgcs.org.

GIRL SCOUTS ARIZONA, Program Specialist

Summer camp positions available in Phoenix, Prescott and Payson!

For more information, visit: www.girlscoutsaz.org/summer-camp-jobs

Funding Opportunities
Kohl's Kids Who Care Scholarship Program Invites Nominations of Young
Volunteers
Deadline: March 15, 2010

The Kohl's Kids Who Care Scholarship Program recognizes and rewards young volunteers (ages 6 to 18)
whose efforts have made a positive impact on their communities.

Nominees must not have graduated from high school as of March 15, 2010, and must be legal U.S.
residents of a state in which a Kohl's store is located. The young volunteer's actions should be beyond
what is normally expected of a child his or her age. Volunteer efforts should have made a positive impact
on others and occurred in the last twelve months. The activity cannot be performed solely to benefit a
family member.

Find details and application at www.kohlskids.com.

Arizona Commission on the Arts - Arts Learning Project Grants

Deadline: March 18, 2010

Arts Learning Project Grants are now available from the Arizona Commission on the Arts. The category
of Community Enrichment grants are initiated by non-profit/government social service organizations, Boys
and Girls Clubs, libraries and YMCA's to support an artist in residence program at your site. These are
matching cash grants that also provide support for travel and supplies. For more information visit
http://azarts.gov/guide/index.htm or contact Mandy Buscas, Arts Learning Director, mbuscas@azarts.gov.

Looking for an artist to engage? Visit the Arts Commission's Teaching Artist Roster and search by artistic
discipline, age range and more at http://roster.azarts.gov/.

The 2011 Guide to Grants for Arts Learning is now available here!

Got Breakfast? Foundation Announces Silent Hero Grants for Summer Food
Programs
Deadline: April 1, 2010

The got breakfast? Foundation's Silent Hero Grant Program is designed to encourage schools and
nonprofit organizations to expand the reach of underutilized child nutrition programs, including the School
Breakfast Program and, with this expansion, the Summer Nutrition Program.

Grants ranging from $2,000 to $10,000 will be awarded to public schools, nonprofit private schools, local
governments, national youth sports programs, and 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations participating in the
Summer Nutrition Program. Grant funds can be used for such needs as serving equipment, program
staffing, and nutrition education materials.

Visit http://www.gotbreakfast.org/grants.php for the Request for Applications.

Grants for Outdoor Shade Structures

Deadline: April 12, 2010

The American Academy of Dermatology is providing grants for shade structures for organizations serving
children and youth.

Nonprofit of public schools that install permanent shade structures designed to alleviate direct sun
exposure and provide ultraviolet ray protection for outdoor areas are eligible for funding.

Visit http://www.aad.org/public/sun/grants.html for details.

Metlife Afterschool Innovator Award - Now Accepting Nominations

Deadline: April 23, 2010

The Afterschool Alliance and MetLife Foundation are partnering to develop and disseminate a series of
Issue Briefs that address topics related to middle school youth and afterschool programs. Nominate a
program by April 23, 2010 for a chance to receive a MetLife Afterschool Innovator Award and be
highlighted in one of the Issue Briefs.
Awards will be given out by the Afterschool Alliance in conjunction with the 2010 Lights On Afterschool
and each recipient will receive an award of $5,000 to be used to continue or improve upon the highlighted
program.

Take a moment to make the nomination yourself or to point candidates in their direction. The online
nomination form and additional details are available online at
http://www.afterschoolalliance.org/metLife.cfm or contact Chris D'Agostino at
cdagostino@afterschoolalliance.org or 202.347.2030.

Nominate a Young Service-Learning Leader for a $2,500 Barron Prize!

Deadline: April 30, 2010

The Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes seeks nominations for its 2010 awards. The Barron Prize
honors young people ages 8 to 18 who have made a significant positive difference to people and our
planet. Each year, ten national winners each receive $2,500 to support their service work or higher
education.

For more information and to nominate, visit www.barronprize.org/

Nominations Invited for the World of Children Annual Awards Program

Deadline: May 1, 2010

The World of Children Awards program was created "to recognize and elevate those selfless individuals
who make a difference in the lives of children here in the U.S.A. and across the globe, regardless of
political, religious, or geographical boundaries." Awards are made in three categories, and each award
carries a cash grant to help continue the honoree's work.

For more information about guidelines and award categories, visit

www.worldofchildren.org/index.php/awards.

i3 Grant Applications Now Available Online

Deadline: Mid-May, 2010

U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan today announced the Department of Education's final priorities
and the grant application for the $650 million Investing in Innovation Fund (i3). The fund will support the
development of path-breaking new ideas, the validation of approaches that have demonstrated promise,
and the scale-up of the nation's most successful and proven education innovations.
Applicants will receive a competitive preference if their project addresses one or more of the following
priorities: improving outcomes for young children; expanding students' access to college and preparing
them for success in college; addressing the unique needs of students with disabilities and of limited
English proficient students; and serving schools in rural areas.
Applications will be due in mid-May and grants will be awarded in September.

Applications for i3 are available here: http://www.ed.gov/programs/innovation/index.html

Arts Learning Grants

Deadline: June 10, 2010

The National Endowment for the Arts is providing grants (up to $150,000) for school and community-
based projects that help children and youth acquire knowledge, understanding and skills in the arts. After-
school and summer programs are eligible.

Visit http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2010/2010-702.htm for details.

Bank of the West Introduces Online Charitable Grants System
Deadline: December 31, 2010

San Francisco-based Bank of the West's new online Commitment to Community Charitable Investments
Program provides grants to local nonprofit organizations dedicated to improving quality of life, particularly
for low- and moderate-income individuals and communities. Grants are made in the categories of
Community and Economic Development, Education and Job Training, Health and Human Care, and Civic
and Cultural.

Visit the Commitment to Community grants site at:

https://www.bankofthewest.com/about-us/community-support.html

Afterschool Resources/Research/Reports
Upcoming Training Session: Designing Activities in School-Age Programs
Activities are the heart of your program and why kids love attending. Learn how to plan engaging,
creative, and age appropriate activities for school-agers and take home new ideas.

April 13, 2010 from 6:45 pm - 8:45 pm, $12

Child & Family Resources, 2800 E. Broadway Blvd., Tucson 85716

To register: call 520.982.4032 or email lrice@innovativelearningaz.com

Afterschool Bucket Drumming Classes

Are you interested in having a bucket drumming class with a professional percussionist in your out-of-
school time program?

Great preparation for marching band or drum kits and it's fun!

Very reasonable fee - Visit www.beyonddrumlessons.com or call Stephen Flinn at 480.310.2954 for more
information.

New York Statewide Afterschool Network

NYSAN has released a new Policy Brief that outlines the need to build a system of support for the "whole
child" in which all children and youth have full and equitable opportunities to be healthy, safe, engaged,
and prepared from "cradle to career." The pillars of a system include not only an excellent public
education system, but robust early care and education (ECE) programs and high-quality afterschool
learning and development opportunities. NYSAN and our ECE partners have developed a written
blueprint for how the early care and afterschool communities can work together to advance such a
system. The brief, From Birth through Young Adulthood: A Blueprint for Collaboration between the Early
Care and Education and Afterschool Systems in New York State:
(a) Articulates the common benefits of ECE and afterschool programs
(b) Provides a rationale for collaboration
(c) Outlines strategies for advancing a joint and/or coordinated agenda, and
(d) Suggests broad principles for policy and program recommendations.
Click here to download the policy brief.
Encouraging Good Food Choices and Physical Activity
Two California groups have created resources that after-school professionals can use in encouraging
children and youth to eat right and be active.

One resource is a four-page PDF from the MO Project, part of CANFIT and funded by the California
Endowment and Kaiser Permanente, Southern California Region.

The PDF, available at CANFIT, details how to talk about food and physical activity, the connection
between the two, the importance of physical activity and play, and how to change systems that affect food
and physical activity to improve children's health.

In addition, the California Department of Education has released California After School Physical Activity
Guidelines that were developed by the department's After School Programs Office.

This PDF features detailed guidelines for encouraging and incorporating physical activity in after-school
programs. (Source: School-Age NOTES)