FSCS Admin Community of Practice: Data and Collaborative Leadership
*This training is limited to ACT Now's IL FSCS PARTNERS ONLY
FY25 Community Schools & Youth Development Convening
On May 5, 2025 Illinois professionals will gather at Northern Illinois University - Naperville Conference Center for a day filled with insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and interactive sessions focused on enhancing community schools and youth development. This in-person event will kick off at 8:30 AM and promises to be a valuable experience for all attendees, teaching theory, techniques, and best practices...
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 authentic relationships and effectively support mentees from various backgrounds. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with expert panelists, participate in interactive activities, and gain...
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
