• STEM Identity Matters: How to Help Youth See Themselves in STEM (and Stay There)

    Online Trainings

    In this interactive session, participants will explore a research-based framework for building STEM identity through four key pillars: belonging, capability, connection, and creativity. You’ll learn how to guide youth to see themselves as STEM thinkers and doers. Through role models, storytelling, and hands-on strategies, you’ll leave feeling empowered with practical tools to create inclusive programs where […]

  • BOOSTer Summit (Private)

    BOOSTer Summits

    BOOSTer Summits provide high-quality professional development gatherings for in and out-of-school time educators. The BOOST Collaborative team works closely with you to curate content based on your goals and the needs of your team and partners. We offer a unique mini-BOOST experience, exploring topics relevant to the field and the needs of site-level providers. This […]

  • BOOST Boot Camp Series & Certificate Program (Private)

    BOOST Boot Camps

    Preparing your staff with the necessary tools to be effective in supporting children, families, and communities is essential. The BOOST Boot Camp series offers customized training, including valuable tips, tools, and resources to support staff to be successful in serving ALL children, youth, families, and communities. All training sessions embed SEL strategies and practices to […]

  • BOOST Cafe Scavenger Hunt & Orientation Training

    Online Trainings

    This virtual session will provide participants with a hands-on overview and orientation of the BOOST Cafe and Online Training & Learning Community through a fun online scavenger hunt. Learn ways to enhance your professional development, access thousands of free resources, post a job, and meet like-minded colleagues in our learning forum. BOOST Cafe is the […]

  • BOOST Boot Camp Series & Certificate Program (Private)

    BOOST Boot Camps

    Preparing your staff with the necessary tools to be effective in supporting children, families, and communities is essential. The BOOST Boot Camp series offers customized training, including valuable tips, tools, and resources to support staff to be successful in serving ALL children, youth, families, and communities. All training sessions embed SEL strategies and practices to […]

  • 2026 BOOST Leadership Team Meeting (Private)

    BLT Meetings

    This is a private meeting. The BOOST Leadership Team is critically important to the success and impact of the BOOST Conference. This amazing team has over 674 years of combined experience in the field and provides big ideas, new connections, and practical strategies while adding credibility to the planning and implementation process. This comprehensive Leadership Team represents the diversity of after school, […]

  • Show Me the Money: Introduction to Grants World

    Online Trainings

    Grants serve a critical role for schools and expanded learning programs; however, getting started can often seem daunting. This session will provide an exploratory overview of the various types of funding that after school programs and school sites are eligible for. The session will cover basic techniques that can easily be put into practice to […]

  • BOOST Boot Camp Series & Certificate Program (Private)

    BOOST Boot Camps

    Preparing your staff with the necessary tools to be effective in supporting children, families, and communities is essential. The BOOST Boot Camp series offers customized training, including valuable tips, tools, and resources to support staff to be successful in serving ALL children, youth, families, and communities. All training sessions embed SEL strategies and practices to […]