Fall 2026 Expanded Learning Academy
Fall 2026 Expanded Learning Academy
September 15, 16 & 17, 2026
The California AfterSchool Network, in partnership with the California Department of Education’s Expanded Learning Division, is excited to co-host the Fall 2026 Expanded Learning (ExL) Academy!
The Fall ExL Academy brings together district, school, and community partner practitioners for a multi-day virtual learning series focusing on the design and ongoing implementation of California’s Expanded Learning programs (ASES, 21st CCLC, and ELO-P). Each workshop is intentionally designed as an interactive learning space — prioritizing practical application, peer learning, and real-time collaboration rather than webinar-style attendance.
Workshop Series & Focuses:
- Tuesday, September 15: From Policy to Practice: How Recent Changes Will Impact Expanded Learning Programs
- Wednesday, September 16: The Money Side of Expanded Learning: Braiding Funds, Budgets, & Compliance
- Thursday, September 17: Where Community Schools & Expanded Learning Meet: Policy, Funding, & Opportunity
Workshop details and registration below!
Fall 2026 ExL Academy Details & Registration
Workshop 1: 9/15/26
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
From Policy to Practice: How Recent Changes Will Impact Expanded Learning Programs
Join us for a comprehensive walkthrough of recent policy changes affecting California’s Expanded Learning programs — including the most recent state budget, its accompanying Education Trailer Bill, and other legislation. This session will break down what has changed, what it means for your program, and what steps you should be taking now to stay aligned.
Presenters/Panelists: Coming soon!
This 2-hour workshop included a presentation on the topic, along with opportunities for participant engagement.
Registration Link
Workshop 2: 9/16/26
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
The Money Side of Expanded Learning: Braiding Funds, Budgets, & Compliance
Funding structures can feel complicated — but they don’t have to. This workshop is designed to give program leaders and business officers a clear, practical understanding of the financial landscape of Expanded Learning. We’ll walk through how to braid funds effectively, what counts as attendance, how family fees work, what changes when your budget moves from Tier 2 to Tier 1, and which school-day expenses are non-allowable. Come with your questions — leave with answers you can put to work immediately.
Presenters/Panelists: Coming soon!
This 2-hour workshop included a presentation on the topic, along with opportunities for participant engagement.
Registration Link
Workshop 3: 9/17/26
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Where Community Schools & Expanded Learning Meet: Policy, Funding, & Opportunity
If you’ve been hearing more about Community Schools and wondering what it means for your Expanded Learning program — this session is for you. With recent policy changes and increased TA funding creating new momentum, the relationship between Community Schools and Expanded Learning has never been more important. Join us for a grounded conversation about how these two approaches intersect, where the opportunities live, and how you can leverage this moment to strengthen your program and your community partnerships.
Presenters/Panelists: Coming soon!
This 2-hour workshop included a presentation on the topic, along with opportunities for participant engagement.