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What Makes a Great After School Partnership? Lessons from HPA’s Work with FCSS
Most school leaders have lived through this at least once. A new after-school vendor arrives with an impressive pitch and
What Age Can Kids Begin Playing Soccer? A Parent’s Guide to Starting Young
The short version: Kids can start playing soccer as young as two or three years old, but what that looks
What Is the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program? A Plain Language Guide for California Schools
The short version: The Expanded Learning Opportunities Program, known as ELO-P, is a California state-funded program that gives school districts
Fall Sports for Kids: When Registration Opens and How to Choose the Right Program
The short version: Fall sports registration for kids typically opens in June or July, 6 to 8 weeks before the
After School Program Activities That Keep Kids Engaged from the First Bell to Pickup
The short version: The best after school program activities balance movement, social connection, and skill building. Programs that rotate through
Summer Camps for Kids: What Actually Makes One Worth the Investment
Summer is long. By week three, the screens are winning, “I’m bored” is part of every conversation, and most parents
The Best Sports for Kids: Why the Right Mix Matters More Than the Right Pick
Every parent asks the question at some point. What is the best sport for my kid? It usually starts with
The Benefits of Sports for Girls That Go Way Beyond Athletics
Ask any woman who played sports growing up and she will tell you the same thing. The lessons that stayed
Your Guide to Choosing the Right Summer Camp for Kids This Season
Every summer, families across California face the same question. School is out. Kids have energy, time, and no shortage of
