CAN Newsletter – Celebrating CA Site Coordinators!
February 25, 2025
We Brought the Energy: 2025 Site
Coordinator Symposium Recap!
A few weeks ago, we convened over 700 passionate Expanded Learning and Out of School Time professionals at the 8th annual Site Coordinator Symposium—a dynamic gathering dedicated to building community, igniting passion, and transforming futures!
From 65+ impactful workshops to inspiring plenaries, evening receptions, and the support of 25 incredible partner sponsors, this year’s Symposium was one to remember. Whether you joined us in person or virtually, your energy and commitment made all the difference.
Here’s a snapshot of the impact we made together:
✅ 700+ Registrations (Virtual & In-Person)
✅ 65+ Workshops to build and strengthen capacity
✅ 6 Plenaries featuring thought leaders and changemakers
✅ 25 Partner Sponsors driving innovation and support
✅ 2 In-Person Evening Receptions fostering deeper connections and
community building
Thank you for making this year’s Symposium a resounding success! Stay tuned for more insights, takeaways, and ways to keep the momentum going.
Visit our webpage as we continue to upload resources and virtual workshop recordings!
Lastly, Save the Date for the 2026 Site Coordinator Symposium in Long Beach, CA! Learn More.
In This Newsletter:
Join Us for the Ecosystem Plan Virtual Kickoff!
Wednesday, March 26, 2025; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us in shaping the future of Expanded Learning in California! On March 26, 2025, from 10 AM – 12 PM (Virtual), youth-serving organizations across the state will come together to listen deeply, build trust, and co-design solutions that center youth, family and community voice in shaping the Expanded Learning Ecosystem Plan. Register today and help build a future where youth and the communities they belong to, are uplifted, empowered, and supported!
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PST
Register for the Spring 2025 ELO-P Academy!
April 16, 17, 22 and 23, 2025
The California AfterSchool Network, in partnership with the California Department of Education’s Expanded Learning Division, is excited to co-host the Spring 2025 Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P) Academy.
This multi-day virtual convening of workshops is provided to support our District, School, and Community Partner practitioners with the design and continued implementation of the CA Expanded Learning Opportunities Program.
Register for ELO-P Office Hours – Spring 2025
March - May 2025
The California AfterSchool Network (CAN), in partnership with the California Department of Education (CDE) Expanded Learning Division (EXLD) and other members of the System of Support for Expanded Learning, is excited to co-host Spring ELO-P Office Hours!
Office Hour Dates & Registration
Select Fridays from 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM:
- March 7, 2025 – This session has passed.
- April 4, 2025
- April 25. 2025
- May 9, 2025
Happy CANniversary to our CAN Team Staff!
February 2025
February is an entire month of multiple CAN Staff Work Anniversaries, called ‘CAN’niversaries. Our team is a collective of humans who hold various roles to support the work of CAN and the Expanded Learning and Out-of-School-Time fields. Join us in celebrating the team below.
Welcome Alida Bevill!
CAN Team Member Welcome
We are so excited to welcome Alida Bevill to our team! Alida joined the CAN team in January 2025 as our Administrative Coordinator.
With more than ten years of experience, Alida is bringing her expertise to support the overall administrative organization of CAN as well as supporting the CAN Leadership Team.
Potential Cohort 16 21st CCLC RFA Changes
February 10, 2025
The California Department of Education (CDE) Expanded Learning Division (EXLD) would like to notify the field of potential changes that will be part of the Cohort 16 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) Request for Applications (RFA). Please note, the following potential changes are currently being reviewed and vetted by various stakeholders including The Advisory Committee on Before and After School Programs, CDE’s Legal and internal approval process and therefore, subject to edits or omissions once the RFA is final and posted on our website:
Reminder: APR Window 2 Due March 7th
February 24, 2025
Dear 21st Century Community Learning Centers Expanded Learning Grantees:
Friendly reminder that Window 2 is now open for the 23/24 performance period and due March 7, 2025.
Grants for OST Programs serving Middle School Youth
2025 Aim High Grant Program accepting RFPs
Overview
On behalf of the New York Life Foundation, the Afterschool Alliance invites out-of-school time (OST) programs to apply for a competitive grant to support and bolster their ability to help prepare middle school students in low-income and disadvantaged communities for success in high school and beyond.
Save the date for the 1st Annual ASSETs-in-Motion Virtual Conference!
Friday, March 14, 2025; 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
In partnership with the San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE), the Children’s Initiative is hosting the 1st Annual ASSETs-in-Motion Virtual Conference for high school specific programming!
This Virtual Conference is open to all Expanded Learning practitioners across the state of California.
Registration information can be found in the PDF Save the Date below.
FREE Girls Who Code Summer Programming
Application Deadline: April 11, 2025
Girls Who Code offers free virtual programs for high school girls and non-binary students to learn the computer science skills this Summer! More than learning to code, participants will meet inspiring professionals across diverse industries and tap into lifelong college and career support to help them succeed in their first interviews and jobs.
Meet the CAN Team!
Social Media Campaign
The CAN team has grown over the last year and we want to highlight all of our amazing new (and existing) team members! We have started a campaign to showcase our team where you can learn a little more about our paths that have led us to CAN!
Check out the posts on our social media pages:
California Community Resource Center
The California Office of Community Partnerships & Strategic Communications (OCPSC) has recently unveiled its California Community Resource Center! The California Community Resource Center provides an online directory of state services and assistance for various groups, including families, veterans, refugees, and individuals with disabilities. It categorizes resources by individual needs (e.g., youth, unhoused, formerly incarcerated) and services (e.g., healthcare, food assistance, housing, legal aid). The guide ensures easy access to essential state programs.
Check Out Our Other Newsletters!
Access the CAN newsletter archives to view past newsletters today! You may be interested in some of our other newsletters as well:
CAN Health and Wellness Newsletters
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CAN STEAM Newsletters
- Get informed about the Million Girl Moonshot project and access other STEAM resources.
- Subscribe today!
CAN Policy Newsletter
- Get informed about policy-related content, including national, state, and local updates, that supports our Expanded Learning programs.
- Subscribe today!