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SUPPORTING STUDENT DEVELOPMENT BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

Building Lifelong Learning Skills

Out-of-school time is essential to a student's growth. CFS provides a range of impactful programs, from afterschool activities and summer camps to behavior engagement strategies, family involvement, and professional development for out-of-school time providers. These programs keep students engaged, help them develop critical skills, and foster a lifelong love of learning, all while strengthening connections with their families and communities.

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Workshops & Training

Out-of-School Time Evaluation

Amplify the impact of your afterschool program with our data-driven evaluation. You'll gain valuable insights, and together, we will identify challenges and set goals to achieve measurable and sustainable results.

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Behavior & Engagement Solutions

Learn evidence-based strategies for managing behavior challenges and boosting student engagement. These tools can improve program participation, foster social-emotional growth, and align with your mission to positively impact students and families.

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STEAM for Out-of-School Time

CFS delivers innovative, tailored STEAM programs that increase student engagement and foster essential 21st-century skills. These flexible, hands-on activities support your program's goals while enhancing student participation and preparing them for future success.

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OST Family Engagement Professional Development Series

Equip out-of-school time professionals with evidence-based strategies to strengthen family programs and community partnerships. Learn how family engagement improves social, academic, and emotional outcomes, and develop tailored action plans to drive lasting change in your program.

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OST Family Engagement Champions

This program helps out-of-school time leaders assess their current family engagement strategies, identify areas for growth, and create an actionable plan to build stronger connections with families, ensuring lasting, positive outcomes.

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Managing Emotions: Using Calm Kits

This course introduces brain-based self-regulation strategies, using sensory tools and calm spaces to support students. By partnering with families, we promote emotional well-being in and beyond the classroom.

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21st Century Programs

Our programs spark curiosity and creativity, immersing students in hands-on experiences with art, reading, STEAM, health, and social-emotional learning—both in and out of the classroom.
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ThirdSpace Collaborative

ThirdSpace Collaborative brings together schools, organizations, and communities to enhance out-of-school time programming through professional development, STEAM integration, and family engagement—empowering educators to design sustainable, impactful learning experiences for all students.

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Stronger family-school partnerships help kids succeed. We provide tools and strategies to connect families and educators for better student outcomes.
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