Summer Planning Bootcamp: Destination Summer Learning
NSLA's free virtual Summer Planning Bootcamp is a live, virtual deep dive for program innovation and student success.
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.
View Sponsorship Opportunities or Register as a sponsor to support Summer Planning Bootcamp or reachout to Natalia Sol at nsol@summerlearning.org
Summer Planning Bootcamp Schedule
Day 1: Thursday, March 13 from 1:00-3:00pm EST
Welcome and Introduction: State of Summer Learning
Panel 1: Setting the Compass: Current Research and Impact
Understanding the current landscape of summer learning.
Featuring:
Andrea Ash, Gallup
Adenike Huggins, National Urban League
Julie Fitz, Learning Policy Institute
Moderated by Christina Russell, Policy Studies Associates
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.
Featuring:
Denise Ondrof, Scholastic
Betsey Schmidt, MeshED
Estella McCollum, National 4-H Council
Moderated by: Sarah Landy
Panel 3: Leadership & Staff Development
How program leaders can build a sense of belonging, agency, active engagement, and reflection in staff.
Featuring:
Aline Ricketson, YMCA Boston
Nate Schorr, Bayview Foundation
Dr. Ann Levett, AASA, The School Superintendents Association
Karen Rutledge-Bell, Alabama Reading Initiative (ARI) Alabama Department of Education
Moderated by: Julia Pockros, Lavinia Group
Day 2: Friday, March 14 from 1:00-3:00pm EST
Welcome and Introduction: The Power of Quality Partnerships
Panel 1: Community & Partnerships
Building and maintaining strong linkages with community organizations, families, and other partners to support youth success.
Featuring:
Brian Ortega, UnidosUS
Allison Colman, National Recreation and Parks Association
Lou Calanche, ExpandLA
Christy Estrovitz, San Francisco Public Library
Moderated by: Karen McCann McClelland,
SPARC, Sidwell Friends School
Panel 2: Data Collection & Quality Matters
Creating a quality improvement cycle with all program stakeholders.
Featuring:
Carrie Underwood, Arly by BellXcel
Jessica Donner, Every Hour Counts
Brodrick Clark, National Summer Learning Association
Moderated by: Sterling Leija, Innovative Camp Company
Panel 3: Innovations in Summer Learning
Learning that matters, building skills, and providing opportunities.
Featuring:
Camsie McAdams, STEM Next
Denzel Smith, Learn Fresh
Robin Porter, Discovery Education
Alexis Steines, Afterschool Alliance
Moderated by: Esteban Olivares, Summer Discovery
With Panelists and Resources From
•AASA, The School Superintendents Association •Alabama Department of Education •Every Hour Counts •Gallup •Innovative Camp Company •Learning Policy Institute •National 4-H Council •National Urban League •Policy Studies Associates •San Francisco Public Library •UnidosUS •The Wallace Foundation
