School: After Hours

In this episode returning guests, Curtis and Yolanda Hall, talk to families about using different parenting styles to guide their pre-teens through their teenage years.   We talked about: Identifying your parenting style through experience and observation Creating a safe space for the child(ren) to talk about their feelings The power of transparency Consequences vs Punishment and so much more Tune...

In this episode, Nathan talks with us about his career path in Out-of-School-Time programming and how he was introduced to social emotional learning (SEL) and restorative justice. We also discuss: the importance of building relationships with students to impact program culture how to use SEL and restorative justice practices in your life to model for your students how he came up with the idea for...

Building relationships in a school setting can be tough after dealing with the side effects of the pandemic.  A lot of protocols have changed in the school system.  Therefore, afterschool leaders and staff have to learn how to operate in this new environment.  To help with this process of restoring program culture and building relationships within the school building: we brought educator, aftersch...

If you hit a "glass ceiling " in your career, know there are other options. In this episode, we talk with Amy Brady & Lana Hailemariam about their career journey in OST and how they went from being educators and program developers in OST to coaching the practitioners in OST.   You'll hear us talk about: Identifying your skillset and owning your uniqueness Linking personal develo...

In this episode, Yolanda breaks down the importance of establishing mental health practices for professionals in the workplace and how supervisors can help.  We discuss: What is mental health and why it's important Steps professionals can take to protect their mental health Setting boundaries for your work Strategies organizations can use to incorporate mental health practices What to include...

Sometimes, you have to do things differently to have a better outcome. In this episode, we talk to mental health professional Ticeses Teasley about seeing an unfulfilled need in mental health services for youth and families;  and how she created an afterschool program and business to address those needs she saw in the community.  Connect With Us   Website: www.schoolafterhours.net Newsletter:  Aft...

If you knew then what you know now, what would you have done differently in your career? In this episode, I talk about the 5 things I would have done differently in my career to have a better life experience as well as a better work experience.  Connect With Us   Website: www.schoolafterhours.net Newsletter:  Afterschool Culture Facebook - @schoolafterhours Instagram - @schoolafterhours LinkedIn -...

In this episode, I talk with the founder of Nu Collar Solutions, LLC. , Curtis Hall, about the importance of mentorship for our young men of color. He also shares his experience as a mentee and how those relationships inspired him to form a youth coaching service for young men in the tri-city area.  Join the conversation as we discuss:    Investing in youth today Teaching emotional intelligence to...

After a holiday break,  student behavior can be a challenge. In this solo episode, I share techniques I use to refocus my students after a long break.  Connect With Us   Website: www.schoolafterhours.net Newsletter:  Afterschool Culture Facebook - @schoolafterhours Instagram - @schoolafterhours LinkedIn - school-after-hours-podcast

In this episode, we talk with, Andrew Jordan Nance, the author of the bestselling  book "Puppy Mind" about his journey with mindfulness, becoming an author, and building a mindfulness program for youth in the San Francisco area.  Andrew also gives us some tips on how to use mindfulness with youth and what resources to use if you want to introduce mindfulness to your grogram.   Books by A...

In this episode, we talk with Teen Life Coach, Yolanda Hall about the effects of trauma on our youth and how afterschool programs can use mindfulness to help students self-regulate during times of high stress.  We also discuss:  the different responses to trauma (fight, flight, or freeze)  how to help a student that's showing signs of trauma where to find resources on trauma informed care tra...

How do you balance the responsibilities of family, the highs and lows of being an OST professional, a personal life, and staying highly active in the community? This week for our second Afterschool Experiences episode, we talk to someone who has done just that! In the guest seat this week is Kai Banks, the Youth Innovation director at Storefront Richmond. She has managed a juggling act like few ot...

In today's episode, we'll be talking about some things that students and parents can do to prepare for the transition from high school to college.  We'll also touch base on some alternative options seniors could look into, if they did not want to pursue a  four-year degree. Resource for International Students Global Scholarships https://globalscholarships.com/ Connect With Us   Webs...

Volunteering is a great way to give back to the community and rally behind a cause. In our very first "Afterschool Experiences" episode, we talk about volunteering from a personal perspective. Join us as volunteer and former volunteer manager Christopher Lee talks with us about his experience in both roles. Connect With Us   Website: www.schoolafterhours.net Newsletter:  Afterschool Cult...

To evaluate or not to evaluate, that's the question? In this episode, I talk with program developer and entrepreneur,  Kam Green, about using evaluations to improve program quality and reach program goals. Join us as we discuss using evaluations as a resource inventory, importance of student feedback, structuring lesson/activity plans , and so much more. Connect With Us   Website: www.schoola...

Is there anything you wish you knew before starting a certain job or career? Well in this episode Katherine Spinney and I go over the need to knows for youth development professionals as they journey through this field.  Join us as we talk about coaching staff,  finding valuable workers, and much more.   Connect With Us   Website: www.schoolafterhours.net Newsletter:  Afterschool Culture Facebook...

When you think about your life can you identify a person that had a major impact on you? In this episode, I have Alphonso Mayo and Rachel Lewis from Mentoring Mentors talking with us about the impact of mentorship. We also discussed mentoring beyond the years of an afterschool program, the importance of matching core values with community partnerships, modeling positive behaviors students can mimi...

Do you remember your senior year of high school? Well, for the graduating class of 2021 things are very different. In this episode, we sit down with three seniors (Dejia, Talik, and Samantha) from the Partnership for the Future program and discuss how they managed the unexpected events of their senior year. That's not all. We have the new CEO of Partnership for the Future, Dionne Henderson, s...

In this episode, we talk to La’Nae and Brianne from R.E.A.L Girlz about difficult situations in school from a student's perspective. Join the conversation as we talk about bullying, the influence of social media, friends vs. frenemies, and so much more. Please be patient with the audio. There is an echo throughout the show but it does not take away from this much-needed conversation.  Enjoy!...

Why is early childhood education so important? In this episode, we sit down with Diahann Whittington (Executive Director) and Winnie Canup (Development Director) from the St. James' Children's Center to discuss this topic. They share with us the impact early childhood education has on their students and how it's preparing them for lifelong learning.  Bullet points of key topics St....

Too often, there are no support systems available to help young adults find a career path when they graduate from high school.  In this episode, I talk with Mr. Sam Brown about the pilot program Z-Life that was created to address this issue in the Richmond area. Join us as we talk about Z-Life and how it is helping young adults move forward.  Bullet points of key topics Knowing options after gradu...

Healthy Relationships...How important are they in a young person’s life? To answer that question, we have Relationship & Youth Coach Mrs. Tammie Mobley on the show. She is the founder of R.E.A.L Girlz and shares with us how navigating a life-changing relationship of her own led her to start this journey.  Join us as we discuss teen dating, friendship, self-love, and more. Bullet points of key...

In this episode,  we talk about community impact and family engagement with Ms. Chimere Miles from the Peter Paul Development Center.  Peter Paul has been a powerful force in the East End Richmond community for many years.  Their family engagement model shows a true commitment to the community and the families they serve.   We'll dive into how the structure of their Family Promise Network was...

In this episode, we follow up with the Boys and Girls Club of Metro Richmond to discuss how they are moving forward a year into the pandemic.  Sean Miller (COO),  Lynne Berkness (VP of Philanthropy), and Brandy Pitt (Senior Program Director) share with us the transformation of the program and the generosity of others that have helped them get through this time. We also talk about a new project the...

In this very special episode, in cooperation with YMCA of Greater Richmond , we give the teens of the YMCA Leaders' Club the mic and let them express their thoughts on some of the problems they see in the world today.  Join us as we have a conversation about bias, racial injustice, and how OST programming is helping them deal with it all.   Connect With Us   Website: www.schoolafterhours.net...