💡Lights On Afterschool

Launched in October 2000, Lights On Afterschool is the only nationwide event celebrating afterschool programs and their important role in the lives of children, families, and communities. The effort, led by the Afterschool Alliance, has become a hallmark of the afterschool movement and generates media coverage across the country each year.

Celebrating Lights On Afterschool is more important now than ever to showcase the importance of afterschool programs and the hard work the out-of-school time community invests in providing for our keiki and ‘ōpio!​

📸 Lights On Afterschool Celebration Photos
​💛 Mahalo to those who attended and supported!

For the month of October, programs in Hawaiʻi celebrated the 26th Annual Lights on Afterschool Celebration.
​Check out some photos from our afterschool programs who participated in this year’s Lights On Afterschool celebration!
A big mahalo to everyone who registered with the Afterschool Alliance and those who planned events to shine a light on the importance of afterschool programs. These programs provide safe, engaging spaces where youth can explore their interests, build academic and life skills, connect with mentors, and develop confidence — all while supporting working families and strengthening communities.

Better Tomorrows – Hawaiʻi Keahumoa Place celebrated Lights On Afterschool by bringing the community together in a fun and festive way. They even enjoyed special appearances from Chuck E. Cheese and Mr. Munch! It was a huge hit with the keiki, and everyone had a fantastic time. Mahalo for hosting such a wonderful event and highlighting the impact of afterschool programs in the community.

​Studio Shaka and Connections Public Charter School celebrated Lights On Afterschool by joining the #LightBulbChallenge! They snapped photos and shared them on their social media to show their support.Mahalo for highlighting the power of afterschool programs!

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