OST programs have a long history of fostering young people’s sense of belonging and building important life skills such as teamwork, leadership, and perseverance. If you want to become more intentional about this work but aren’t sure where to start, then this webinar is for you!
Hear about a new RAND Corporation report featuring lessons from more than 100 OST programs in six communities across the country participating in The Wallace Foundation’s Partnerships for Social and Emotional Learning Initiative (PSELI). The panel will include OST leaders from Prime Time Palm Beach County and Big Thought (Dallas, Texas) who will share how their communities incorporate high-quality skill-building practices and instruction into OST programming.
The National AfterSchool Association, Ever Hour Counts, and the Wallace Foundation will be hosting the How to Foster Belonging and Life Skills: Lessons from 100+ OST Programs on Thursday, October 17th, 1:00 p.m. ET, Register here to attend the webinar.
This webinar will feature:
Karen Christianson - Policy Analyst, RAND
Knellee Bisram - Well-Being & Life Skills Specialist, Prime Time Palm Beach County
Lela Bell Wesley- Director of Professional Learning, Big Thought

