| | Meg is a junior at Duke University studying Computer Science, Statistics, and Dance. Originally from Bozeman, Montana, Meg’s interest in policy, education, and reform stemmed from her time in policy debate, interning for Senator Jon Tester, and working as a substitute teacher. Meg is passionate about real-world applications of data analytics and is excited to be working with VPOST this summer! | | | The GLSEN National School Climate Survey finds consistently that students with inclusive curricula have a greater sense of belonging to their school community, hear fewer homophobic remarks, and are less likely to be victimized or feel unsafe at school than those without an inclusive curriculum.
Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network (GLSEN) has educator resources for increasing your own knowledge plus lesson plans, LGBTQ+ themed/inclusive books, and more. Live Out Loud inspires, nurtures, and empowers LGBTQ+ youth to build a successful future by connecting them to positive role models and affirmative experiences in the LGBTQ+ community. They have multiple lesson plans and resources for Gay-Straight Alliances, Diversity Clubs, and more. The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ+ young people under 25. Side by Side is one of Virginia's leading LGBTQ+ serving organizations whose services include youth programs and training for youth-serving organizations across Virginia.
| | | Juneteenth annually falls on June 19th and it commemorates the day that enslaved Texans learned they would be free. This came 2.5 years after President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation that legally ended slavery.
Juneteenth is both a learning opportunity and cause for celebration for youth, families, and staff alike. Honor the day with historical lessons of the fight for freedom and celebrate the enduring resiliency and empowerment of Black American culture and people. Here are some resources to get you started.
JuneteenthVA is a local event in the Hampton Roads Area whose mission is, "to heal America from the wounds of slavery without shame or blame". The website is rich in information specific to the local relevance of the history of enslavement and the fight for freedom. Teaching Juneteenth from Teaching for Justice provides historical information and educators can sign up for a learning plan. Teach For America has a number of resources including clips/links to popular media.
| | | | How do you use STEM in Virginia? | | In Partnership with Million Girls Moonshot, VPOST is asking afterschool and summer programs to share information about their programming. We want to better understand OST STEM in Virginia and help increase the quality of STEM learning opportunities. Take the survey for the chance to win one of ten $100 Visa gift cards. | | | Power of Us Workforce Survey: Calling All Youth-Serving Professionals and Volunteers
Every person who works with young people is committed to helping them thrive. On athletic fields, in afterschool programs, in libraries, and in faith-based institutions, youth-serving professionals and volunteers are making a difference every day. Through the Power of Us Workforce Survey, youth-serving professionals and volunteers can contribute to a national effort to explore, define, and elevate their profession. Take the survey today! www.powerofussurvey.org
| | | | | Applications Now Open for the Summer Food Service Program
The Summer Food Service Program operates at sites such as schools, public housing centers, community centers, playgrounds, camps, parks, and churches. Organizations that may qualify to participate in the program include public and private schools, local governments, public, and nonprofit private residential summer camps, and faith-based and community-based non-profit organizations.
The program — which is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture — allows organizations to combine a feeding program with another activity in communities where at least 50 percent of the children are eligible for free and reduced-price meals.
Full details here.
| | | National Summer Learning Week is a celebration dedicated to elevating the importance of keeping kids learning, safe, and healthy every summer, ensuring they return to school ready to succeed in the year. This year the festivities will take place July 11-15. Get started with resources including different themes you can use to highlight activities during the celebration. |
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