Thursday, February 5, 2026 | 9:00am - 10:30am 
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This session continues the work begun in our November Summer Planning Workshop, starting with a quick recap of key concepts and moving into practical guidance for implementing your summer plans.

Thursday, January 22, 2026 | 09:00am - 10:15am

​Want stronger family partnerships in your afterschool or summer program? This Hawai‘i Afterschool Alliance webinar breaks down the what, how, and why of Family Engagement. Get practical, real-world strategies programs can use to meaningfully connect with and support families. ​

Thursday, December 11, 2025 | 10:00am - 11:00am
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Join the Hawai‘i Afterschool Alliance and VentureLab for a webinar designed for educators, afterschool staff, and youth-serving professionals.
Learn how youth can participate in the Mott Pitch Challenge, access more than $1,000,000 in prizes, and how you can support them from idea development through their final pitch.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

• How youth can enter and navigate the Pitch Challenge
• Steps in the challenge timeline and what youth need to prepare
• Practical ways to guide youth as they create and refine their ideas
• Tips for increasing engagement and encouraging youth voice
• Opportunities to connect with others supporting youth entrepreneurship

Friday, January 17, 2025 | 8:00am-1:00pm

Prepare for Summer 2025! 
Early planning is crucial for successful programs that ensure quality experiences for youth, families, and staff. Join us for an interactive workshop where you will learn together with peers to strengthen your vision, goals, and plans for your upcoming summer programs. We will:

• Explore strategies and tools for planning early and collaboratively with your stakeholders, with an emphasis on designing with families and community partners.
• Share practices and tools for strengthening youth and family engagement in programs, including recruitment and attendance.
• Highlight key strategies and resources for strengthening high-quality academic and enrichment instruction. 
• Discuss the vital role of strong budgeting, strategic partnerships, and continuous improvement in bolstering quality and sustainability efforts.
• Ensure you have the latest information on available funding, upcoming deadlines, and a plan for summer meals.