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 This page offers recent thinking, trends and research concerning afterschool experiences. NC CAP posts studies and reports worthy of consideration by those interested in effective afterschool practices. The views expressed are those of the authors and should not be attributed to, nor considered inclusive of, the philosophy of the center, its board or funders.
Need Help Locating an Afterschool Program?
NC Division of Child Development
If you need to locate an afterschool program for children under the age of 12, visit this website. Enter your contact, and select “Child Care Resource & Referral” for a local contact who can help you find a program.
If you have kids over the age of 12, contact NC CAP and we will help you find a program!
Online Resources
Summer Care Checklist for School-Age Children
The Summer Care Checklist was designed to assist parents evaluate summer care options for their school-age children. Visit several camps using this questionnaire to identify if minimal quality standards are being met.
Take Action for Youth
Congress passed the Federal Youth Coordination Act last year, which established a council comprised of all leaders of federal departments and young people themselves. The council is tasked with creating an unprecedented national youth agenda out of the current jumble of 339 disjointed federal efforts involving youth. Last year, Congress failed to authorize any funding for the council to initiate its work. Youth advocates can urge their Members of Congress to draft the necessary legislation to fund the council by sending them a message through the Youth Policy Action Center.
Get School Info About Your Kids at EdLine.com
At Edline.com you can access your children's grades, see if they have missing assignments, and see if they have missed school, plus get information about sports, tryouts, grades, report cards, afterschool programs, clubs, and more. Used by thousands of schools in all 50 states and numerous countries around the world, talk to someone from your kids' school to find out if they have joined, and then visit the site to logon.
Reading Rockets: Launching Young Readers
This website provides helpful information about teaching kids to read and helping those who struggle.
Parents Advocating for Afterschool
This website features afterschool news on its web site. It was formerly the I Am Your Child Foundation, now the Parents' Action for Children. Producer and activist Rob Reiner founded the organization.
Afterschool Action Kit
A useful tool for parents, the Kit gives advice on finding or starting a quality program, identifying program needs, and what resources to tap for help. Available in English and Spanish.
NIOST 2008 Fact Sheet
A 2008 Fact Sheet on Children and Youth In Out-of-School Time
Articles
| Parent Involvement = Student Success |
| Children have a greater chance at succeeding in school when their parents are involved. Parents should set a positive influence, be supportive of education and their child, get involved at home, and encourage reading and writing. The article serves as a guide and offers suggested activities and community resources. |
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| La Lectura Es Lo Primero: Como Ayudar A Su Hijo A Aprender A Leer |
| Aprender a leer y a escribir en ingles es una de las escuela. No importa si usted habla ingles o espanol o ambos idiomas, gran parte del aprendizaje de la lectura puede llevarse a cabo en el hogar. Las actividades incluidas en este folleto fueron disenadas para que todos los padres de familia ayuden a sus hijos en el hogar. Estas ideas practicas son el resultado de investigaciones que indican la manera en que los padres de familia y los maestros les pueden ayudar a los ninos a aprender a leer. Lo invitamos a que participe activamente en la educacion de su hijo y haga estos ejercicios de lectura en el hogar. |
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| As a Parent, I Promise |
| This article provides a set of pledges to guide parents on contributing to their child’s academic and personal development. Parents are encouraged to read to their child, teach their child to avoid television, and become involved in their child’s education. |
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| What Parents Should Know About Title One Supplemental Services |
| Through the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 (NCLB), any Title I elementary or secondary school in its second year of School Improvement or Corrective Action is required to arrange for the provision of supplemental education services for eligible students enrolled in the school. Afterschool Alliance's article outlines what parents should know about these supplemental services. |
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| Initial List of Tutoring Services & Afterschool Program Providers That Could Provide Supplemental Services Under Title I |
| The Council of Chief State School Officers created a tentative list, including contact information, of tutoring services and afterschool program providers that may serve as providers of Supplemental Services under Title I.
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| Supplemental Educational Services |
| This article prepared for the Education Trust discusses Title I funding for supplemental educational services. The article explains eligible schools and students, notification of parents, duration of supplemental services, paying for services, and district and state responsibilities.
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| Ten Principles of Advocacy |
| This article by Afterschool Alliance provides practical ways parents can advocate for the field of afterschool to elected officials.
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| Developing Family / School Partnerships |
| This article prescribes the necessary components of a successful family and school partnership. Partnerships should collaborate with community organizations; promote advocacy and shared governance; and support communication, school activities, home activities, and life-long learning. |
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