Register today for NSLA's free virtual Summer Planning Bootcamp!
A live, virtual deep dive for program innovation and student success.
March 13-14, 2025 | 1:00-3:00pm Eastern time daily
All children deserve access to an enriching summer experience that supports their personal and academic development. Let’s create unique opportunities for students that will continue to impact their growth beyond the summertime!
The two-day webinar series is designed to equip you with tools, ideas, and best practices to elevate your summer program planning game. Guided by dynamic experts and leaders.
Who Should Attend? Anyone who works with youth during the summer months or cares about summer learning. Leaders from schools, community-based programs, camps, libraries, outdoor education programs, and more.
Thursday, March 13, 2025 | 1:00 – 3:00pm Eastern
Introduction: State of Summer Learning and About Destination Summer Learning
Panel 1: Setting the Compass; Making the Road Map: Current Research and Impact: Understanding the current landscape of summer learning.
Panel 2: Learning & Engagement in Summer Programs: Creating environments full of hands-on experiences where youth can share their voice, build connections with others, and find a deeper meaning in their learning.
Panel 3: Leadership & Staff Development: Recruiting, Training and Professional Development: How program leaders can build a sense of belonging, agency, active engagement, and reflection in staff.
Friday, March 14, 2025 | 1:00 – 3:00pm Eastern
Introduction: The Power of Partnerships for Quality
Panel 4: Community & Partnerships: Better Together to Meet Community Needs: Building and maintaining strong linkages with community organizations, families, and other partners to support youth success.
Panel 5: Data Collection & Quality Matters: Building Blocks for Success: Creating a quality improvement cycle with all program stakeholders.
Panel 6: Innovations in Summer Learning: Learning that matters, building skills, and providing opportunities.