Culturally Responsive Mentoring
Mentors play a pivotal role in shaping the experiences and outcomes of diverse youth. In this engaging panel discussion, participants will explore the essential skills and strategies needed to build...
12 events found.
-
-
ACT Now Community Call: 21st CCLC Updates
Join ACT Now on Monday, July 21st, at noon for a brief update related to withheld FY25 funding for 21st Century Community Learning Center programs. There will be opportunities to...
-
-
FY26 IL FSCS Back to School Training Institute
*REGISTRATION RESTRICTION: THIS TRAINING IS FOR ACT NOW'S IL FSCS PARTNERS ONLY! Kick off the school year with purpose, power, and partnership! ACT Now and our IL's FSCS State-Scaling partners are...
-
Q1 IL CS Professional Learning (PL): Setting the Stage for Success
ACT Now invites Community Schools practitioners from across Illinois to participate in our FREE FY26 Quarter 1 statewide professional development training. This convening is designed to provide participants with foundational best practices and skill-building opportunities to support a successful and impactful start to the school year. Participants will engage in a comprehensive learning experience that strengthens their...
-
Youth Development in Afterschool and Community Schools
Join ACT Now staff for a professional development on the milestones, developmental assets, expected behaviors, conflicts and stress responses and motivators at different stages of youth development. This PD is designed as a Train-the-Trainer with slide decks, resources, and a script that you can take back to your program. This professional development is designed for...
-
FY26 FSCS Admin CoP #2
*Note: This training is for Illinois FSCS Leaders  (superintendents, school admin, directors, etc) Build Stronger Collaboration - Join fellow Community Schools leaders and administrators in a dynamic session focused on strengthening collaboration with students, families, school and district staff, and community partners. Through peer learning, real-world problem-solving, and resource sharing, participants will explore strategies to...
-
21st CCLC Town Hall #2
21st CCLC Town Hall meetings are an opportunity for ACT Now to share information and policy updates with the entire 21st CCLC provider membership. These meetings are also an opportunity for ACT Now to lift up programs and elevate providers’ experiences in programming. These meetings occur virtually on a bi-monthly basis.Â
-
Advocacy 101
This introductory course provides a comprehensive overview of advocacy, empowering participants to drive meaningful change within their communities and beyond. Participants will explore the fundamental principles of advocacy, including what it means to advocate, who can be the target of advocacy efforts, and how to effectively communicate their message. Effective advocacy is essential for advancing...
-
ACT Now’s Lights On Afterschool Celebration
Welcome to ACT Now's Lights On Afterschool Celebration! Join us on October 23rd to celebrate afterschool and Out-of-School Time programs in Illinois. ACT Now will celebrate programs, advocacy leaders, and youth, as well as release our updated State of Afterschool in Illinois brief. This event is a great opportunity to connect with our community and show...
-
ACT Now’s In-Person Fall Regional Gathering: Afterschool, Community Schools and Beyond
This fall, ACT Now invites youth development professionals to join us for our Fall Regional Gathering: Afterschool, Community Schools, and Beyond, a new professional development opportunity designed to meet youth development professionals where they are. Where is it:  1900 South First Street Champaign, IL 61820 Why Attend? Youth development practitioners in Illinois operate in diverse contexts...
-
ACT Now’s Virtual Fall Regional Gathering: Afterschool, Community Schools and Beyond
This fall, ACT Now invites youth development professionals to join us for our Fall Regional Gathering: Afterschool, Community Schools, and Beyond, a new professional development opportunity designed to meet youth development professionals where they are. Why Attend? Youth development practitioners in Illinois operate in diverse contexts with unique resources, challenges, and needs. This gathering ensures that...
