Youth development programs that take place outside of school time provide a valuable place for young people to learn skills, develop interests, and connect with caring adults, all of which can lead to improved school attendance and engagement. Hear from representatives from four community-based organizations doing this important work and learn how to connect students to these and other programs.

Learning Objective(s)

1. Learn how 3 community-based organizations engage youth in positive activities and job skills training
2. Explore how programs outside of school time support academic achievement and better student attendance