2023 Spring ELO-P Academy

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2023 Spring ELO-P Academy
March 22, 23, 28 and 29, 2023

2023 Spring ELO Academy Flyer

The California AfterSchool Network (CAN), California Department of Education (CDE), Expanded Learning Division (EXLD), and members of the System of Support for Expanded Learning (SSEL), were excited to offer a free virtual Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P) Academy!

This four-day Spring ELO-P Academy was designed to support CA educators of all sectors to support and strengthen Expanded Learning Opportunities Programs. Participants had the opportunity to connect, further plan, learn, and enhance ELO-P efforts. Each day, we focused on one specific topic and offered a 90-minute workshop session that included an interactive presentation on the designated topic and regional breakout discussions.

  • Day One: Wednesday, March 22 – ELO-P Nuts & Bolts
  • Day Two: Thursday, March 23 – ELO-P & UPK/TK Integration
  • Day Three: Tuesday, March 28 – EXL Workforce
  • Day Four: Wednesday, March 29 – Summer Learning

Access session recordings and resources below!

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2023 Spring ELO-P Academy Details & Resources

Day 1: Wed., 3/22

ELO-P Nuts & Bolts - Registration has closed. 

Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Description:

This workshop will focus on ELO-P basics, the latest updates/FAQs, and an introduction to using funds to support one comprehensive program.

Presenters:

  • Sterling E. Williams, J.D.; Contract Monitor, Expanded Learning Division, California Department of Education
  • Jen Taylor; Consultant, Expanded Learning Division, California Department of Education
  • Heather Williams; Director, Policy & Outreach, California AfterSchool Network

All 90-minute workshop sessions will include an interactive presentation on the topic and regional breakout discussions.

Session Resources:

Day 2: Thurs., 3/23

ELO-P & UPK/TK Integration - Registration has closed. 

Time: 10:00 - 11:30 AM

Description:

Join this session to dive into the intersecting UPK/TK and ELO-P efforts to create meaningful, full-day learning opportunities for all students, including our younger learners. 

Presenters:

  • Brittany Mabe, Ed.D.; Director, Expanded Learning and Community Engagement; Student Services and Programs Division; San Diego County Office of Education
  • Liza Flowers; County Lead, Systems of Support for Expanded Learning; San Diego County Office of Education
  • Tom McFadden; Expanded Learning Program Consultant; Expanded Learning Technical Assistance Unit; Los Angeles County Office of Education 

All 90-minute workshop sessions will include an interactive presentation on the topic and regional breakout discussions.

Session Resources:

Day 3: Tues., 3/28

ExL Workforce – Where are you now and where can you go? - Registration has closed. 

Time: 1:00 – 2:30 PM

Description

Come and hear some short- and long-term strategies for growing your own Expanded Learning (ExL) workforce. In our time together we will engage in conversations around workforce development, organizational readiness, and promising practices to aid your team planning.

Presenters

  • Tiffany Gipson, Director, Equity & Quality, California AfterSchool Network
  • Lupita Perez, Specialist, Equity & Quality, California AfterSchool Network
  • Bill Fennessy, Specialist, Equity & Quality, California AfterSchool Network

All 90-minute workshop sessions will include an interactive presentation on the topic and regional breakout discussions.

Session Resources:

Day 4: Wed., 3/29

Ignite Summer Learning, ELO-P Style - Registration has closed. 

Time: 1:00 – 2:30 PM

Description

Join us for an interactive workshop that explores the components of a high-quality Summer Learning program that includes innovative teaching and learning strategies.

Presenters

  • Mara Wold; Regional Lead, Region 5 Expanded Learning Partnerships, Monterey County Office of Education
  • Mark Drewes, M. Ed.; Regional Lead, Region 3 Expanded Learning Programs, Sacramento County Office of Education
  • Michelle R. Perrenoud, Ed.D.; County Lead, System of Support for Expanded Learning, Los Angeles County Office of Education

All 90-minute workshop sessions will include an interactive presentation on the topic and regional breakout discussions.

Session Resources