OST in Texas: A State of the State

This past year has proven the importance of out of school time (OST) for our youth and our communities—OST is not not a luxury for some; it is a vital component of where we live and how we raise our children. Every kid in Texas deserves the opportunity to participate in high-quality afterschool, summer, and […]

Summer Bootcamp: Get Ready for Summer Series!

Save the dates for NSLA’s Summer Bootcamp: Get Ready for Summer Series for program leaders and their teams, March 1-5, 2021. NSLA won’t let COVID-19 steal the joy of summer learning and it starts with leaders like you. Program leaders and their teams are at the heart of high-quality summer learning experiences for kids across […]

Voices of Summer: $122 Billion for Education in American Rescue Plan: What it means for OST programs

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Congress recently passed, and the President signed into law American Rescue Plan, which provides $2 trillion in emergency stimulus funding to address the immediate financial needs of families, businesses, and the education system amidst the economic fallout from COVID-19. Specifically, there will be $8.45 billion available at the state level for afterschool and summer programs […]

Voices of Summer: Fine Tune Your Engine for High Impact Summer Operations

Join National Summer Leadership Association Voices of Summer Webinar Series: Fine Tune Your Engine for High Impact Summer Operations. Hear BellXcel and the Lancaster Partnership for Learning Equity to learn strategies to gear up for your summer programs and fine-tune your engine for high-impact operations. In this virtual tune-up, you will hear how dedicated leaders […]

Cultural Crossroads: Exploring the important intersection of summer program training & design with the critical need to address race, equity, and inclusion

Join National Summer Leadership Association Voices of Summer Webinar Series: Cultural Crossroads: Exploring the important intersection of summer program training & design with the critical need to address race, equity, and inclusion Summer and extended learning programs play an important role in providing a safe space for student learning and exploration, especially for BIPOC students. […]

Racial Equity & Leadership Youth Conference

Big Thought Headquarters – Dallas 1409 Botham Jean Blvd. Ste. 1015, Dallas, TX, United States

The Leadership Academy of Creative Arts (TLACA) and Big Thought are hosting a two-part Racial Equity & Leadership Conference Part 1 -Friday, January 27, 4pm - 6pm  Part 2 - Saturday, January 28, 10am - 2pm This leadership conference is open to students ages 12-18. Click the following link to register your student: Racial Equity […]

Racial Equity & Leadership Youth Conference -Pt.2

Big Thought Headquarters – Dallas 1409 Botham Jean Blvd. Ste. 1015, Dallas, TX, United States

The Leadership Academy of Creative Arts and Big Thought are hosting a two-part Racial Equity & Leadership Conference Part 1 -Friday, January 27, 4pm - 6pm Part 2 - Saturday, January 28, 10am - 2pm This leadership conference is open to students ages 12-18. Click the following link to register your student: Racial Equity & […]

Fidelity Scholars Program Extends Application

The Fidelity Scholars Program application deadline has been extended to May 15. If you or someone you know is looking for help to attend college/university, please go the link below for more eligibility details and how to apply:   Learn More  The Fidelity Scholars Program combines an annual need-based last dollar scholarship with robust wrap- around […]

Funding Opportunity – Dallas RISE

Community Wealth Partners is launching a new capacity building program this summer in Dallas! Applications are now being accepted for the RISE (Resilient, Inclusive & Sustainable Economies) Program. This 3-year program is for organizations led by people of color and serving communities of color in the city of Dallas to promote economic resilience. Space is […]

The Black Academy of Arts and Letters Program Recital

Naomi Bruton Main Stage 1309 Canton St., Dallas, TX, United States

The Black Academy of Arts and Letters in partnership with Dallas ISD and Big Thought cordially invited you to the Summer Arts Intensive Education Masters Program Recital. Sat., July 15 at 2pm at the Naomi Bruton Main Stage 1309 Canton St Dallas TX  75201 Free Admission with flyer

ArtsVision presents: The WIZ Jr.

Rotunda Theater at First United Methodist Church 1928 Ross Ave., Dallas, TX, United States

Sat., July 22, Join ArtsVision Performing and Visual Arts as they present The Wiz, Jr. ! This exciting, youthful version of the popular Broadway musical The Wiz, features a cast of Dallas-area youth singing and dancing their way from Munchkin Land to the beautiful city of OZ!  You have two chances to catch this memorable […]

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