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Dynamic Framework for Understanding the Complex Work of Quality Out-of-School Time Programs by Dr. Kim Sabo Flores

A Dynamic Framework for Understanding the Complex Work of Quallity Out-of-School Time ProgramsThe Robert Bowne Foundation has recently published A Dynamic Framework for Understanding the Complex Work of Quality Out-of-School Time Programs, written by Dr. Kim Sabo Flores who has been a consultant with the Foundation for many years. Supporting the development of quality OST programs has been the Foundation’s main goal. In 2002, staff and consultants of The Robert Bowne Foundation engaged in a reflective inquiry process to answer the question, "What are the keys to developing quality out-of-school time programs?" Answering this question became a five-year research journey that yielded six very interesting findings.

For an Executive Summary of the paper, click here. For the full paper, click here.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Dr. Sabo Flores at kimsabo@aol.com.

Afterschool Matters

Afterschool Matters is a national journal developed to promote professionalism, scholarship, and consciousness in the field of afterschool education.

Occasional Paper Series

Peer-reviewed series publishing new research exploring key issues and topics in the practice and theory of afterschool programming.

Book Release

Afterschool Matters
Creative Programs That Connect Youth Development and Student Achievement
Edited by Sara Hill, with a foreword by Glynda A. Hull
Create an out-of-school time program that bridges enrichment activities and academics! Contributions from researchers and practitioners in the fieldof out-of-school time provide concrete models that demonstrate how to help youth who are struggling academically and how to support their overall development. Editor Sara Hill brings together a range of projects grounded in student interests to enhance multiple student competencies. Click here for an order form (.pdf file).

The Page Turner

The Page Turner is an e-newsletter for and about out-of-school-time programs.