Shades of Development

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Shades of Development SHADES supports child success by offering enrichment opportunities through an afterschool program.

SHADES of Development is dedicated to provding safe, healthy, adventures afterschool that help students develop skills for life. SHADES offers STEM, Creative Arts and Healthy Lifestyles adventure learning opportunities during out of school time.

10/07/2026

πŸŒ°πŸ“š NH Storybook Club: The Little Acorn 🌳

Our K–2 friends enjoyed a fun storytime with The Little Acorn! πŸŒ°πŸ‚ They learned how an acorn falls to the ground as the weather gets cooler, grows tiny roots and a stem, reaches toward the sunshine, and eventually grows into a big, strong oak tree! πŸŒ±β˜€οΈπŸŒ³

After the story, our students got creative by coloring and decorating their very own acorn crafts to take home. 🎨✨

We love turning storytime into hands-on learning and watching our little learners growβ€”just like the acorn! πŸ’šπŸŒ³

🎨Getting Ready for Lights On After School! πŸ’‘Our friends at South Doyle Middle School are getting a head start on their b...
10/06/2026

🎨Getting Ready for Lights On After School! πŸ’‘

Our friends at South Doyle Middle School are getting a head start on their banner for Lights On After School! They’re working together, getting creative, and making something special to help celebrate the importance of afterschool programs and all the fun, learning, friendships, and opportunities they provide.

We can’t wait to see the finished banner! πŸ™ŒπŸŽ¨πŸ’‘

10/05/2026

πŸ‚ FALL BREAK STAYCATION IDEA! 🍁

Fall break is right around the corner! Are you looking for something fun to do with the kids during Fall Break without packing a suitcase?

Why not turn a day in downtown Knoxville into a Fall Break Adventure! πŸ‚πŸ‘Ÿ

We put together a kid-friendly Downtown Knoxville Scavenger Hunt that families can do together while exploring some of our favorite downtown spots. πŸ”ŽπŸ

πŸ“ Start at Market Square
🌳 Explore Krutch Park
πŸ‘€ Become a Downtown Detective on the walk
🌿 Discover World's Fair Park
β˜€οΈ Finish at the Sunsphere
🎨 And, if you need an indoor break, add a stop at the Knoxville Museum of Art (*FREE activity*)

The scavenger hunt is designed for young kids, with simple activities, things to spot, drawing challenges, and plenty of opportunities to explore at your own pace.

Best of all, it's a great way to enjoy Knoxville without going far! ❀️🧑

πŸ‘Ÿ Grab your walking shoes
🍎 Pack a snack
πŸ–οΈ Bring some crayons
πŸ‚ Print the scavenger hunt
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ And make some fall-break memories together!

Staycation doesn't have to mean staying home! Sometimes the best adventures are right in our own backyard. 🍁

See the attached Scavenger Hunt activity sheets for a great hands-on experience! πŸ“

πŸŽƒπŸ‘» COSTUMES, CHARACTERS & CARTOONS! πŸ“Ίβœ¨Get ready to kick off the spooky season with East Tennessee PBS! 🧑 Join us for a F...
10/02/2026

πŸŽƒπŸ‘» COSTUMES, CHARACTERS & CARTOONS! πŸ“Ίβœ¨

Get ready to kick off the spooky season with East Tennessee PBS! 🧑 Join us for a FREE, family-friendly morning filled with your favorite PBS KIDS characters, fun costumes, cartoons, and a little STEAM magic! πŸ”¬πŸŽ¨πŸš€

πŸ“… Sunday, October 4, 2026
πŸ“ Tennessee Theatre
⏰ 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
🎟️ FREE EVENT!

Come enjoy special episodes of some of your favorite PBS KIDS shows while celebrating the fun of STEAM! 🌟 Plus, you’ll have the chance to:

🎭 Show off your favorite costume
πŸ“Έ Snap photos with beloved PBS characters
πŸ“Ί Enjoy fun PBS KIDS specials
πŸ”¬ Explore the excitement of STEAM
πŸŽƒ Celebrate the start of spooky season with family and friends!

πŸ’™ Sensory-Friendly Experience:
Families with sensory processing needs are invited to enjoy a sensory-reduced experience from 10:30–11:00 AM before the event opens to the public.

Bring your costumes, bring your smiles, and get ready for a morning of PBS fun, creativity, and Halloween excitement! πŸŽƒπŸ‘»πŸ“šβœ¨

10/02/2026
🐱🎨 New Hopewell Book Club Fun! πŸ“šOur New Hopewell friends got creative during Book Club by drawing their very own Pete th...
10/02/2026

🐱🎨 New Hopewell Book Club Fun! πŸ“š

Our New Hopewell friends got creative during Book Club by drawing their very own Pete the Cat! 🎨✨ We love seeing their imaginations come to life through art and watching their confidence grow as they create!

This little artist did an awesome job bringing Pete the Cat to life! πŸ˜»πŸ‘ Keep creating, keep reading, and keep being cool, just like Pete! πŸ’šπŸ“šπŸŽ¨

At SHADES of Development, strong leadership is at the heart of our mission to create meaningful opportunities and positi...
10/01/2026

At SHADES of Development, strong leadership is at the heart of our mission to create meaningful opportunities and positive impact for children, families, and communities. We are incredibly grateful for the dedication, expertise, and commitment of our Board of Directors and the many ways they give their time and talents to help move our organization forward.

We would also like to recognize Tyler Morrow, who recently completed his service as Board Chair after reaching his term limit. We are deeply appreciative of Tyler’s leadership, guidance, and commitment to SHADES of Development during his time as Chair.

We are excited to welcome Liz Turpin into the role of Board Chair and look forward to her leadership as we continue building on the work of SHADES.

Please join us in recognizing our current Board members and their areas of leadership:

πŸ”Ή Liz Turpin β€” Board Chair
πŸ”Ή Jessica Weaver β€” Treasurer & Chair, Finance Committee
πŸ”Ή John Michael Feuer β€” Co-Treasurer & Finance Committee Member
πŸ”Ή Carney Ivy β€” Fund Development Committee
πŸ”Ή PJ Hoskins β€” Chair, Community Impact Services, Programming & Partner/Volunteer Development
πŸ”Ή Tate Canterell β€” Public Relations, Marketing & Advocacy
πŸ”Ή Jesse Loveday β€” Public Relations, Marketing & Advocacy
πŸ”Ή Melinda Bowers β€” Chair, Board Development Committee
πŸ”Ή Jordan Christopher β€” Hospitality & Board Communication

We are especially excited to welcome John Michael Feuer as the newest member of the SHADES Board! His willingness to serve as Co-Treasurer and contribute to the Finance Committee brings valuable experience and perspective to our leadership team.

To each of our Board members β€” thank you for believing in the mission of SHADES, investing your time and talents, and helping us make a lasting difference in the lives of the children, families, and communities we serve. Your leadership makes a difference!

We are grateful for this incredible team and excited for all that we will accomplish together!

SHADES is hiring! πŸ’«πŸ’š Do you want to join a great team of afterschool providers? Look no further! We offer flexible hours...
09/30/2026

SHADES is hiring! πŸ’«πŸ’š Do you want to join a great team of afterschool providers? Look no further! We offer flexible hours, competitive pay, and a fulfilling career path πŸ₯³

You can apply directly here ⬇️

πŸ”— https://app.acquire4hire.com/careers/joblist/5936

Or feel free to send an email!
πŸ“§ [email protected]

🐻 πŸ’šShout Out to Our Fort Sanders Crew! πŸ’šπŸ»Thank you to our Fort Sanders team for hosting a wonderful site visit last week...
09/30/2026

🐻 πŸ’šShout Out to Our Fort Sanders Crew! πŸ’šπŸ»

Thank you to our Fort Sanders team for hosting a wonderful site visit last week! We were excited to welcome staff from United Way and Knoxville Utility Board to see our Fort Sanders Pre-K program in action.

Way to go, Fort Sanders! We are so proud of the fun, learning, and meaningful experiences happening every day! πŸ’š

πŸ“šβœ¨ Growing, Learning & Having a Little Fun Along the Way! βœ¨πŸ“šAt SHADES, we believe great directors never stop learning! πŸ’š...
09/29/2026

πŸ“šβœ¨ Growing, Learning & Having a Little Fun Along the Way! βœ¨πŸ“š

At SHADES, we believe great directors never stop learning! πŸ’š Our employees are constantly participating in training, professional development, and continuing education opportunities so they can be the best possible leaders for our after-school programs and the children we serve.

But who says learning has to be boring?! πŸ˜„πŸ™Œ

We love incorporating fun icebreakers, team-building activities, and plenty of laughter into our trainings. These moments help our directors connect with one another, build stronger teams, and bring fresh energy and ideas back to their SHADES sites.

Because when we invest in our people, we invest in our kids! 🌟

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Knoxville, TN

Opening Hours

Monday 1pm - 6pm
Tuesday 1pm - 6pm
Wednesday 1pm - 6pm
Thursday 1pm - 6pm
Friday 1pm - 6pm

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+18659389164

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