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ED383470 PS023367

Title: Consultation on Afterschool Programs.
Author Affiliation: Carnegie Council on Adolescent Development, Washington, DC.(BBB26418)
Pages: 34
Publication Date: September 1994
Notes: This working paper is an edited version of presentations made at the
Consultation on Afterschool Programs (April 22, 1993).
Available from: EDRS Price MF01/PC02 Plus Postage.
Availability: Carnegie Council on Adolescent Development, 2400 N Street, N.W., Washington, DC 20037.
Language: English
Document Type: Reports--Descriptive (141)
Geographic Source: U.S.; District of Columbia
Journal Announcement: RIEOCT1995

This guide explores the key issues in the development, sustainability, and effectiveness of after-school programs including before school, weekends, and summers, and identifies federal strategies to promote effective programs. The first part of the booklet presents the core elements of an effective after-school program, noting that programs should: (1) be based on research on early adolescent development; (2) emphasize social relationships by encouraging a family-like atmosphere; (3) encourage parental involvement; (4) be developed for and by youth and tailored to specific community and neighborhood needs; (5) be flexible, fun, culturally relevant, and linked to activities that capture adolescents' interests; (6) provide food; (7) have clear rules for membership; (8) collaborate with local community organizations; (9) be safe and accessible to all youth; (10) provide linkages to schools; and (11) offer a wide array of services. The second part proposes federal strategies to promote after-school programs, suggesting that the federal government can provide leadership in supporting such programs for young adolescents through supportive legislative and innovative funding mechanisms. The appendixes provide an overview of selected federally-supported after-school programs and a list of organizations that are useful resources for youth professionals expanding their programs during the out-of-school hours. (AA)

Descriptors: *After School Centers; *After School Education; *After School Programs; Early Adolescents; Educational Finance; Elementary Secondary Education; *Federal Aid; *Foundation Programs; *Government Role; Government School Relationship; Program Content; Program Descriptions; Program Effectiveness; Program Implementation; Program Improvement; Youth Problems
Identifiers: Carnegie Council on Adolescent Development; *Federal Role