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Supporting staff and programs that serve children and youth
OSTRC Newsletter
March
2018
March Peer Networking Meeting Reminder
Staff: Training, Retaining and Motivating
Wednesday, March 14th, 9:30am – 11:30am
Recruiting an excellent staff is only the first step in building an excellent team. Thoughtful training and professional development take it a step further. But what about retaining that staff and continuing to motivate that staff to do their best work for the children we serve? There are no easy answers to these questions, so please join us with some special guests to discuss techniques and strategies for training, retaining and motivating staff. You’ll be sure to pick up some great resources and network with some great people along the way.
Location:
The United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey
1709 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia PA 19103
Meeting Room: Lobby 3
April Peer Networking Meeting
Students with Special Needs in Out-of-School Time
Thursday, April 19th, 9:30am – 11:30am
All students can be a challenge, and all students come with very particular needs. But what about our students with special needs? Join us in April for a panel discussion about common struggles and misconceptions. Share your best practices for serving students with special needs in out of school time.
Location:
The United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey
1709 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia PA 19103
Meeting Room: Lobby 3
Announcements
Call for Submissions
Society for Research in Child Development | Philadelphia, PA | www.srcd.org/node/744 | 202-800-0677
The Society for Research in Child Development invites you to submit for the 2018 Special Topic Meeting: Promoting Character Development Among Diverse Children and Adolescents: The Roles of Families, Schools, and Out-Of-School-Time Youth Development Programs to be held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania from October 18 - 20, 2018. Visit the link for submission rules. Email programoffice@srcd.org with questions.
College Preparation and Leadership
TeenSHARP | Camden, NJ & Wilmington, DE | www.teensharp.org | 646-573-8114
TeenSHARP is recruiting students from the 2018-2019 school year! TeenSHARP is a college prep and leadership organization that prepares talented youth of color to attend our nation’s top colleges. Applications are open to students of color in grades 7-12. To access an application, please visit their website. For additional information contact Maija Hall at maija.hall@teensharp.org
Domestic Violence Prevention
ODAAP | Lansdowne, PA | www.odaap.org | 267-225-6051
Open Door Abuse Awareness Prevention is a domestic violence prevention program for youth that focuses on character development and promotes healthy relationships. For more information, connect with Valencia Peterson at odaapinc@gmail.com.
General Needs and Crisis Services
United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey | Philadelphia, PA | www.unitedforimpact.org/our-cause/2-1-1 |
Need help? Dial 2-1-1, a free 24/7 helpline that connects you or clients you work with in Philadelphia to thousands of resources for everyday needs and crisis situations including food and housing, child care and youth programs, physical and mental health services, job search and training assistance, and disaster services. Dial 2-1-2 or text 898-211.
High School Success Workshops
Uncommon Individual Foundation | Devon, PA | www.uif.org | 610-520-0180 x244
The UIF offers free in-person workshops to both students (8-12) and parents around topics that focus on high school success and navigating the post-secondary attainment process. Please contact Shakia Kirksey at shakia.kirksey@uif.org to learn more about workshop offerings. Check out the Uncommon Individual Foundation on Facebook and Instagram (@uifworld).
Learning Events
Mar 10 Washington, DC
Mar 13 Questions of Community with Jacqueline Woodson Free Library of Philadelphia Philadelphia, PA
Mar 18-21 Atlanta, GA
Mar 22 Trauma 101: Becoming Trauma Aware United Way of Philadelphia and Southern NJ Phildelphia, PA |
Apr 24 Trauma 101: Becoming Trauma Aware United Way of Philadelphia and Southern NJ Phildelphia, PA
May 23 Trauma 101: Becoming Trauma Aware United Way of Philadelphia and Southern NJ Phildelphia, PA
July 25-27 The Institutes at Grade Level Reading Week 2018 Foundations, Inc. in partnership with the Campaign for Grade Level Reading Philadelphia, PA
Feb 20-23, 2019 Beyond School Hours Conference Foundations, Inc. Atlanta, GA |
Resources
How can we Prepare our Kids with Special Needs for a School Crisis?
The Washington Post explores the safety of our students with special needs in the wake of recent school violence.
Students with Disabilities to Receive Increased Access to Afterschool Programs
The Chicago Tribune outlines an expansion of access for students with disabilities, including a description of effective programming.
Summer Youth Employment Programs Should Consider This News for Next Year
How does the benefits of summer youth employment increase with supportive, longer term programs?
Why Are Our Most Important Teachers Paid the Least?
Many preschool teachers live on the edge of financial ruin. Would improving their training — and their pay — improve outcomes for their students?
Developing Culturally Responsive Approaches to Serving Diverse Populations: A Resource Guide for Community-Based Organizations March 2017. National Research Center on Hispanic Children & Families.