VPOST is launching a new Community of Practice called A Year of OST Quality, designed to support afterschool educators in understanding and applying the Quality Standards for Virginia Out-of-School Time Programs. By joining this community, you'll have the opportunity to explore these standards in-depth and reflect on how they relate to your program. This will provide you with practical ways to improve your OST program's quality and connect with other practitioners.

Ten OST organizations and 20 cohort members will be accepted. This opportunity comes with a $250 honorarium for your commitment to quality.

Who

• Up to 10 OST OST organizations and 20 cohort members

What

• In-depth dive into the Quality Standards for Virginia's Out of School Time Programs

• Learning and sharing with OST professionals across Virginia

• Goal setting

Where

• Virtual via Zoom

When

• 1.5 hr monthly meetings February through December 2025

Why

• Improve the Quality of your OST program

• $250 honorarium

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to Christine at christine.jones-monaccio@v-post.org.

Applications are due January 31st. Applicants are strongly encouraged to read the full details before applying.