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Special Report on Summer from the Afterschool Alliance's America After 3PM

Released in May 2010, a Special Report on Summer presents summer specific data from America After 3PM and provides state level data on how many kids are in summer programs, how many would be likely to participate and how strong parent support is for programs. Only 31% of families surveyed in Massachusetts reported that their child participates in a summer learning program.

One Last Push For Federal Jobs Bill

A New York Times article examines the future of summer jobs for youth.

House Speaker DeLeo, Mayor Menino to join policymakers to discuss importance of afterschool programs

House Speaker Robert A. DeLeo and Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino will join 260 prominent state and city officials, research experts, policy-makers, and leaders in the education and youth development fields to forge partnerships for student learning. The Massachusetts Afterschool Partnership (MAP) and Boston After School & Beyond will convene the inaugural Connecting Communities Policy Symposium on Afterschool and Extended Learning Opportunities on Wednesday, October 28, 8:30 AM-12:30 PM at the Omni Parker Hotel.

1,500 Boston Public School students get outdoors and learn

On Friday, October 16, 2009, over 200 Boston Public School teachers and Boston-based environmental education professionals gathered to celebrate, network and learn about the wide array of outdoor environmental learning opportunities available to students in Boston. Superintendent Carol Johnson addressed the group with words of inspiration, thanking teachers and community partners for their hard work and innovative partnerships, and challenging all to continue in their efforts to enrich the lives of Boston Public School students.

Neighborhood networks launch public websites

Four neighborhood-based networks of youth serving organizations, supported under the banner of the Teen Initiative, launched public web sites this summer, a victory for their collaborative efforts.

Governor Patrick Signs $27 Billion Budget

Amid the worst global economic decline since the Great Depression, Governor Deval Patrick today signed into law a $27.046 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2010 that preserves the Patrick-Murray Administration’s commitment to education and health care, and makes targeted investments in workforce training, life sciences and other key areas that will strengthen the Commonwealth’s economic foundation as it emerges from the downturn.

US Conference of Mayors Resolution Adopted

The resolution submitted by Providence's Mayor David N. Cicilline and supported by Boston's Mayor Thomas M. Menino, Expanding Investments in Coordinated Full-Day Learning Strategies to Ensure the Health Development of Youth, has been adopted by not just one, but two committees of the U.S. Conference of Mayors: Children, Health and Human Services and Jobs, Education and Workforce.

Boston Public Health Commission Update: H1N1 Flu Virus

The Boston Public Health Commission has issued an important update for summer programs regarding the H1N1 Flu Virus. Organizations are encouraged to monitor the Boston Public Health Commission website at http://www.bphc.org for additional information as the guidance continues to evolve.

Mayor Menino Launches Boston R.O.C.K.S!!! 2009

Mayor Thomas M. Menino today hosted a special kick-off of Boston R.O.C.K.S!!! 2009 at the North End’s Nazzaro Community Center to remind Boston families that the City of Boston has launched the Boston R.O.C.K.S!!! website and hotline for children and families still looking for summer programs and activities.

Conference Committee Releases FY2010 Budget

The FY2010 Budget Conference Committee has completed its debate and released its budget for the approval of the House and Senate. Despite the funding cut, the ASOST line item was one of very few that was recommended for funding at every step in the budget process.

Incoming Chair Lou Casagrande in Boston Globe Editorial

Superintendent Johnson presents revised 5-zone model to School Committee

On Wednesday, April 29, Dr. Johnson presented a second draft of a comprehensive proposal both to improve academic quality and increase operational efficiencies in the Boston Public Schools.

EEC Board Recommends Economic Stimulus Funds Be Used For Summer-Only Care

The board of the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) approves $2.5 million for "summer-only" care vouchers for eligible families with school-age children.

MetLife Grant Supports Sports Apprenticeships

Boston Beyond joins its partner organizations from Chicago, New York City, and Providence to pilot the After-School Apprenticeship Program (ASAP) for teenagers.

10th Anniversary Celebrates Doubling of After School Participation in Boston

Event honors Mayor Menino for leadership role in expanding programs.

Obama's economic recovery package offers direct and indirect benefits to afterschool

Afteschool Alliance and Massachusetts Afterschool Partnership examine the funding and resources available for afterschool from the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act.

The Wallace Foundation release new study analyzing cost of out-of-school-time programs

One of the most comprehensive studies to date analyzing the costs, funding streams, and expenditures of a wide range of high-quality out-of-school time (OST) programs.

Superintendent Carol R. Johnson's Pathways to Excellence Plan

Superintendent Carol R. Johnson has submitted proposals to the Boston School Committee to ensure high-quality schools, stronger communities, and academic success for all students.

Boston Beyond Announces New Executive Director

Boston Beyond welcomes Chris Smith as new Executive Director.

BOSTONavigator Launch

BOSTONavigator the place for out-of-school time opportunities for youth in Boston.

Five schools selected as Year-two PSS grantees

Five schools have been selected as year-two receiptents of Partners for Student Success

Wallace Foundation to Fund Partners for Student Success

Wallace Foundation to Fund Partners for Student Success Will Support Improvements in After-School For Boston's Youth

Volunteer Youth Study Released

BYSI has released its research report, "Helping Out: Volunteerism in Youth Sports in Boston. The report offers insight into the questions: What is the state of volunteerism in Boston youth sports? What can be done to strengthen volunteer involvement - at every level? How can volunteers be bettertrained and supported to that Boston's kids have a healthy, quality sports experience?

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