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Missouri AfterSchool Network

MASN builds systems across MO that improve, support, & sustain high quality afterschool programs.

The Missouri AfterSchool Network (MASN) was established through a Mott Foundation Grant in 2002. MASN was developed as a statewide joint venture with the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) to support high-quality public and private after school programs across the state and to be their advocate. Our partnership with DESE and the University of Missouri 4-H Center for Youth Deve

lopment has provided the resources for MASN to start, strengthen, expand, and improve after school programs while providing the necessary tools, assistance, and models for emergent programs throughout Missouri.

05/11/2026

📊 Did you know? In Missouri afterschool programs, girls in grades 6–12 are MORE likely to maintain or increase their science grades than boys — 75% vs. 68%.

Afterschool programs aren't just keeping kids busy. They're actively closing the gender gap in STEM — and creating pathways to careers that are growing 10× faster than the rest of the workforce.

Join us July 28–29 at Missouri S&T for a FREE, hands-on professional development experience designed for educators like you.

05/08/2026

At the Missouri AfterSchool Network (MASN), we believe the hours beyond the school day are some of the most powerful in a young person’s life. It’s where confidence grows, skills sharpen, dreams take shape, and a stronger Missouri is built.

Since 2002, MASN has built partnerships and systems across the state that improve, support, and sustain high quality afterschool programs. We’ve been a bridge between policy and practice, opportunity and achievement, and today’s students and tomorrow’s workforce.

The need for afterschool and summer learning is surging, families are working harder than ever, and communities are calling for lasting solutions that create real impact.

04/26/2026

This week, we celebrate YOU—the dedicated professionals who inspire, educate, and support young people beyond the school day. 🌟

Every day, you create safe spaces, spark curiosity, and build relationships that help children and families thrive. And the numbers show it: In an Afterschool Alliance poll of registered voters, nearly 9 in 10 of parents (89%) said afterschool programs support young people’s social and emotional well-being.

April 20–24 is Afterschool Professional Appreciation Week, and the Missouri AfterSchool Network is grateful for everything you do. Thank you for enriching young lives, every single day. 💙

04/23/2026

Every young person deserves a high-quality afterschool program that supports their growth, spark curiosity, and help them thrive. And behind every great program is a dedicated afterschool professional — a mentor, educator, and champion for young people.
This week, we're shining a light on the professionals right here in Missouri who make that difference every single day.

The numbers tell the story:
✅ 96% of Missouri parents are satisfied with their child's afterschool program
✅ 82% of Missouri parents agree that afterschool gives kids real opportunities to build teamwork, critical thinking, and leadership skills
✅ Missouri students who regularly attend afterschool programs improved their grades — including 79% of D-level students and 75% of C-level students seeing real academic gains

That kind of impact doesn't happen by accident. It happens because of the dedicated professionals who show up every day to create safe, engaging environments where Missouri's young people can grow. MASN is proud to stand behind the afterschool professionals in our state who make it possible.
How will you show appreciation this week? Drop a comment, share a story, or tag an afterschool hero you know! 👇

04/15/2026

📣 School-Age/Afterschool Program Grant Opportunity
Two competitive grants for school-age afterschool programs are now open through the Office of Childhood's Afterschool Program:

🔹 21st Century Community Learning Center (21st CCLC) Grant
🔹 School Age Community (SAC) Grant

Grant applications and guidelines are available on the Afterschool Programs Grants page of the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) website, and school administrators and afterschool program directors are encouraged to review them.

https://dese.mo.gov/.../quali.../afterschool-programs/grants

📅 Deadline: Friday, April 24, 2026 by 1:00 p.m. for both applications.

Please note that funding availability is subject to awards. For questions, reach out to the Afterschool Programs team at [email protected].

04/14/2026

Big things are happening across Missouri this year with the 2026 MOSAC Minis — regional professional development events designed to meet afterschool professionals right where they are! 🙌

A.L.I. (Active Learning Institute) | April 25 & this fall | St. Louis
PD designed specifically for local afterschool staff, with topics selected by a community planning committee to address the most timely needs.

Southwest Afterschool Professionals (SWAP) Conference | This Fall | Southwest Missouri
Built by a regional committee to meet the PD needs of direct service staff — relevant, practical, and close to home.

Gathering Afterschool Professionals (GAP) Conference | This Fall | Kansas City Area
Site-level staff come together for an inspiring keynote, interactive workshops, and meaningful networking.

Details for all three events can be found in the Afterschool Pipeline Newsletter — make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss updates!
👉 https://moafterschool.org/sign-up-for-our-newsletter/

04/11/2026

Two great professional development opportunities are on the horizon for Missouri's out-of-school time community — mark your calendars! 📅

🔬 Midwest STEM Conference | July 28–29 | Missouri S&T, Rolla
Join STEM educators, school-day leaders, and afterschool professionals for two days of hands-on workshops, peer collaboration, and fresh ideas for bringing STEM to life in your program. Best of all — it's FREE to attend! Registration closes July 15, so don't wait.
👉 Register: moafterschool.org/stem26

🎉 Missouri School Age Conference (MOSAC) | November 20–22 | Lake of the Ozarks
Missouri's only statewide conference dedicated to afterschool is coming this fall! MOSAC brings together afterschool professionals at every level for nationally recognized keynote speakers, peer-to-peer learning, and networking that celebrates the work you do every day. Registration opening soon — stay tuned!
👉 Learn more: mosac.org

Whether you're looking to deepen your STEM toolkit or connect with the broader afterschool community, there's a seat at the table for you. We hope to see you there! 🙌

04/09/2026

📢 Registration is open for the 2026 Midwest STEM Conference

The data speaks for itself: students in afterschool STEM programs report stronger math skills, greater career awareness, and a more positive STEM identity. 80% gained increased STEM career knowledge. 73% developed a stronger sense of belonging in STEM.

That kind of impact takes skilled, well-equipped educators behind it — and that's exactly what this conference is built for. 💡

Join us July 28–29 at Missouri S&T in Rolla and walk away with:
✅ Cutting-edge insights into STEM trends in Missouri
✅ Activities you can use in your program immediately
✅ Strategies for engaging youth, families, and staff
✅ Connections with educators and partners from across the state

If you work in a classroom, afterschool program, or a rural or under-resourced community — this one's for you.

🗓 July 28–29, 2026
📍 Havener Center, Missouri S&T | Rolla, MO
💲 Free! Registration closes July 15

Want to present? The RFP is open through June 1!
🔗 Register and submit your proposal: moafterschool.org/stem26

04/03/2026

🎉 Two of our own have been named as the National AfterSchool Association (NAA) 2026 Next Generation of Afterschool Leaders honorees — selected from more than 140 nominations submitted across the country.

Dakota Schlechter of Ray-Pec School District and Michaela Flores of the Moving Ahead Program in Columbia represent the very best of what Missouri's afterschool community has to offer.

As Bradley Lademann, Associate Director of Quality at the Missouri AfterSchool Network and NAA board member, put it:

"Dakota and Michaela exemplify exactly what Missouri's afterschool field needs most right now — leaders who don't just show up, but who lift everyone around them. Missouri is stronger because of their work, and so is the entire afterschool profession."

Read their full stories today: https://moafterschool.org/missouris-next-generation-has-arrived/

Raymore-Peculiar School District Moving Ahead Program Columbia Housing Authority

04/01/2026

Strong communities invest in their youth — and MASN is making it easier to do just that.

The Partners in Possibility Grants connect Missouri afterschool programs with local businesses, nonprofits, chambers of commerce, and educators to create real-world learning experiences for students. From career awareness to STEM to postsecondary planning, these partnerships open doors that change lives.

“When local businesses, nonprofits and educators come together, we create real-world learning experiences that spark curiosity, build critical skills and open doors to future careers.” — Aaron Banks, Youth Workforce Initiatives Coordinator, MASN

Round 7 applications are open NOW. Don't miss this opportunity to strengthen your program and your community.

📅 Application deadline: April 30, 2026

Learn more and apply! 👉 https://moafterschool.org/masn-entrepreneurship-grants/

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540 Hitt Street
Columbia, MO
65211

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Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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+15738842462

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http://www.moafterschool.org/

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