2023 Fall ELO-P Academy
2023 Fall ELO-P Academy
The California AfterSchool Network, in partnership with the CA Dept. of Education’s Expanded Learning Division, is excited to kick off the new school year with the 2023 Fall Expanded Learning Opportunities Program Academy!
The virtual four-day Fall ELO-P Academy is designed to support CA educators of all sectors to support and strengthen Expanded Learning Opportunities Programs (ELO-P). Participants will have the opportunity to connect, learn, strengthen, and hear promising practices from our District, School, and Community Partner practitioners. Each day, we will focus on one specific hot topic of ELO-P, based on the overall needs of the field.
Academy Details
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Daily
Dates:
- Wednesday, September 20
- Thursday, September 21
- Tuesday, September 26
- Wednesday, September 27
Who might attend?
- Existing EXL Providers (District, School, and Community Partners)
- Anyone engaged in supporting ELO-P planning and implementation
- District and School Leadership
- Community Partner Leadership
Please see below for registration and academy details!
2023 Fall ELO-P Academy Details & Resources
Day 1: Wed., 9/20
Topic: ELO-P Nuts & Bolts
Registration for this workshop has closed.
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Description: This workshop will build on the spring session, covering Expanded Learning & ELO-P basics, including the latest updates/FAQs.
Presenters:
- Sterling Williams, Education Programs Consultant, Expanded Learning Division, California Department of Education
- Tiffany Gipson, Director, Equity & Quality, California AfterSchool Network
- Heather Williams, Director, Policy & Outreach, California AfterSchool Network
This 2-hour workshop session will include a presentation on the topic and regional breakout discussions.
Workshop Resources
- Presentation Slides (PDF)
- Workshop Recording (YouTube)
- System of Support for Expanded Learning (SSEL) Contact Info. - California Department of Education
- ELO-P FAQs - California Department of Education
- ELO-P Webpage - California Department of Education
- FY 23-24 Apportionment Information - California Department of Education
- ELO-P Fireside Chats - California AfterSchool Network
- ELO-P Office Hours - California AfterSchool Network
Day 2: Thurs., 9/21
Topic: Creating Conditions for Children to Thrive through Expanded Learning
Registration for this workshop has closed.
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Description: The research is clear and consistent. High-quality Expanded Learning programs create conditions consistent with long-term success for children and youth. The Quality Standards for Expanded Learning in California describe high-quality programs as rich with protective factors that promote positive physical, social, emotional, and academic outcomes. Participants will learn how high-quality Expanded Learning programs promote wellness while increasing attendance and academic achievement.
Moderated by:
- Jeff Davis, Executive Director, California AfterSchool Network
Presenters/Panelists:
- Robert Illingworth, Director of Inclusion, Woodcraft Rangers
- Mary Reed, Social and Emotional Learning Coordinator, Sacramento County Office of Education
- Brett Stevens, M.ED, JD, Evaluation Specialist, Kids Included Together
- Jen Taylor, Education Programs Consultant, Expanded Learning Division (EXLD), California Department of Education
This 2-hour workshop session will include a presentation on the topic and regional breakout discussions.
Workshop Resources
- Presentation Slides (PDF)
- Workshop Recording (YouTube)
- CASEL’s 3 Signature Practices Playbook
- American Psychological Association Inclusive Language Guidelines
- KIT Inclusion Resources
Day 3: Tues., 9/26
Topic: Supporting Early Learners in Expanded Learning Programs
Registration for this workshop has closed.
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Description: Join this session for an opportunity to learn and discuss developmentally appropriate content and support for Early Learners in EXL Programs.
Moderated by:
- Jeff Davis, Executive Director, California AfterSchool Network
Presenters/Panelists:
- Sterling Williams, Education Programs Consultant, Expanded Learning Division, California Department of Education
- Kelly Smith, Expanded Learning Director, Siskiyou County Office of Education
- Cindy Young, Senior Director, Early Childhood Education and Expanded Learning, Long Beach Unified School District
This 2-hour workshop session will include a presentation on the topic and regional breakout discussions.
Workshop Resources
- Presentation Slides (PDF)
- Workshop Recording (YouTube)
- California Preschool Learning Foundations (California Department of Education)
- California Preschool Curriculum Frameworks (California Department of Education)
- Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale (ECERS)
- Developmentally Appropriate Practice Book (Amazon)
Resources from Long Beach Unified School District:
- LBUSD/Lakeshore Developmentally Appropriate Environments
- Instructional Aide Expanded Learning Job Description
- LBUSD Toileting Memo and Resources
- Developmentally Appropriate Spaces in Transitional Kindergarten (TK) (YouTube)
Day 4: Wed., 9/27
Topic: Supporting LEA Leaders
Registration for this workshop has closed.
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Description: This workshop will be designed explicitly for LEA (School and District) Leadership overseeing and implementing ELO Programs. Partners can join via invitation from LEA Leaders.
Presenters:
- Hedy Chang, Executive Director, Attendance Works
- Michael Funk, Director, Expanded Learning Division, California Department of Education
- Tiffany Gipson, Director, Equity & Quality, California AfterSchool Network
- Elisa Ramirez, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services, Calexico Unified School District
- Dr. Wesley Smith, Superintendent, Newport-Mesa Unified School District
This 2-hour workshop will include a presentation on the topic and breakout discussions.
Resources
- Presentation Slides (PDF)
- Workshop Recording (YouTube)