RSSAfter-School Reports

The Value of After-School Programs

2008 – February 1 The Value of After-School Programs (click to download PDF) Studies are released every year documenting the impact and value of after-school programs.  At a time when New York State is seeking to improve student achievement, the evidence that after-school programs can play a critical role in improving student outcomes is of [...]

Capturing Promising Practices in Afterschool: A Scan of Promising Academic and Enrichment Activities

2007 – June 6 Capturing Promising Practices in Afterschool: A Scan of Promising Academic and Enrichment Activities (click to download PDF) Afterschool programs have been serving the developmental needs of children in America for well over a century. In the last ten years, however, we have seen overwhelming public support and funding for the expansion [...]

A Summary of New York Data from the Uncertain Times: Funding Insecurity Puts Afterschool Programs at Risk Web-based Survey

2006 – October 12 A Summary of New York Data from the Uncertain Times: Funding Insecurity Puts Afterschool Programs at Risk Web-based Survey (click to download PDF) Today, a minority of New York students benefit from afterschool programs while many youth in the state are unable to enroll because space is limited and funding is [...]