National SEL Week 2025
This year’s National SEL Week kicks off with International SEL Day on Monday, March 3, 2025. As we work to prepare students for a successful future, we know that social and emotional learning helps provide a foundation of durable skills – skills help us thrive in our careers, communities, and lives. Those skills are the foundation for National SEL Week 2025’s theme: Skills for Success, Ready for the Future.
Employers across the country have made clear that problem solving, teamwork, relationship building, and communication skills are some of their most sought-after skills in the workforce. SEL prepares students to be future ready and to thrive in the careers of tomorrow.
Furthermore, decades of research and classroom experience tells us that students thrive with supportive relationships, healthy environments, rigorous and engaging instruction, and the skills to navigate and meet the challenges and demands of academic goals.
Social and emotional learning sets students on a path to a bright future with the skills that will help them succeed in life and attain their limitless potential.
National SEL Week is a call to rally together in our communities and connect online to showcase the power of social and emotional learning.
How?
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Share your Story. Let others know why you believe in the power of SEL.
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Highlight Bright Spots. What does SEL actually look like In your community?
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Amplify the Data and Facts. Point to the evidence. SEL makes a difference for students and adults.
Join the SELDay celebration. Sign up in support of social and emotional learning.
If you participate in the Wayfinder pilot, don't forget to post and share your activities.
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Don’t Just Fall into Summer Planning Webinar
Subgrantees can now review the professional development webinar, "Don't Just Fall into Summer" and learn the tools in identifying their program team, conducting a summer learning needs assessment, and creating logic models for summer programming.
This professional development opportunity will provide guidance and support for 21st CCLC programs as your organization plans and prepares for effective summer learning experiences. Your team will learn best practices in team building, needs assessment, and program design, and will have dedicated time to work on these key components for their own programs.
Key Points to Remember:
- Theory of Action sets the stage for developing the summer program.
- Logic Model addresses “If we do this….then this will occur…..and the impact will be….”
- Activities for Summer Programming: (a) Attendance visual race track; (b) Socio-Emotional Learning (SEL) centered Programming for Parents; (c) CTE teachers involvement/engagemen in 21st CCLC Program planning.
- Access the summer learning planner at NTAC.
Resources made available during the program to aid in this process are as follows:
Request for Presenters for 21st Century Community Learning Center 4th Annual Program Foundation's Conference
The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) Office of Federal Program’s 21st Century Community Learning Center (CCLC) division is seeking dynamic and engaging presenters for our 4th annual Program Foundation’s Conference. This year’s theme is, “Rising Above: Guiding Students Toward Success.”
Conference Details:
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Dates: Tuesday, July 29th - Thursday, July 31st
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Location: Blue Ridge Community College, Flat Rock, North Carolina
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Audience: Current 21st CCLC subgrantees from across North Carolina (program staff and administrators).
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Focus: Professional development and crucial updates on effective program implementation and management.
About Our Program:
NCDPI’s 21st CCLC program, serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th grade and focuses on providing academic support, enrichment activities, and meaningful opportunities for families to engage in their student’s education. Programs throughout the state serve students utilizing the State Performance Goals. These goals are selected by programs. To get a better understanding of the performance goals and indicators, you can visit the linked site: NCDPI State Performance Goals.
Presentation Topics:
We are particularly interested in proposals for presentations that cover the following areas:
- Program Management & Compliance:
- Managing day-to-day operations of 21st CCLC programming
- Navigating fiscal management: Policies, procedures, and required internal controls
- Human Resources and segregation of duties: fiscal agents, program directors, etc.
- Student safety and out-of-school time programming
- Sustainability: Finding local, state, and federal resources
- Meals, snacks, and more
- Academic & Enrichment Programming:
- Core academic programming
- Hands-on STEM activities for elementary, middle, and high school students
- Creative writing workshops
- Financial literacy for middle and high school students
- Art and music appreciation
- Health and nutrition
- College and career exploration
- Technology skills development
- Character development and leadership
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Specialty Sessions: (Please suggest other relevant topics)
Proposal Requirements:
All proposals must include the following information:
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Presenter Information: Name, organization (if applicable), contact information (phone number, email address), and a brief biography or resume highlighting relevant experience.
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Presentation Title: A clear and concise title for your proposed presentation.
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Presentation Description: A detailed description of the presentation, including the target audience (grade level), learning objectives, activities involved, and any materials required. (Approximately 250-500 words)
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Duration: The requested length of the presentation (e.g., 45 minutes, 60 minutes, 90 minutes). Please note our program sessions are typically 45-60 minutes.
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Technical Requirements: List any specific equipment or materials needed for the presentation. Resources may be limited. Presenters must be prepared to bring necessary equipment.
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Availability: List your availability to present during our program hours.
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References: Provide at least two professional references who can speak to your experience and presentation skills. Previous presentations.
Selection Criteria:
Proposals will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
- Relevance to program goals and student needs
- Clarity and completeness of the proposal
- Experience and qualifications of the presenter
- Engaging and interactive presentation style
- Feasibility of the proposed activities
Submission Deadline:
Proposals must be submitted electronically in PDF format to Hawhana Locklear- Hawhana.locklear@dpi.nc.gov by March 28, 2025, by close of business.
Notification:
Applicants will be notified of the status of their proposal by April 18, 2025.
Contact Information:
For any questions regarding this Request for Proposals, please contact Hawhana Locklear at Hawhana.locklear@dpi.nc.gov.
We look forward to receiving your proposals and partnering with you to provide enriching experiences for our students!
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SAVE THE DATE!
Mark your calendars! Join us July 29-31, 2025, at the beautiful Blue Ridge Community College in Flat Rock, NC for the 4th Annual 21st CCLC Program Foundations Conference. Additional details will be shared in the upcoming weeks.
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 FREE PROFESSIONAL LEARNING FOR OUT OF SCHOOL TIME PROFESSIONALS
Are you looking for fun ways to help youth build number sense and problem-solving skills? Math can take on new meaning when it is integrated into daily routines in our afterschool programs. In this module, afterschool educators will explore and practice strategies for making math engaging and accessible.
MEETING TIME 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
SESSION 1 DATE: 03/12/2025
SESSION 2 DATE: 03/19/2025
SESSION 3 DATE: 03/26/2025
To Register Email : pam@northridgenow.org with your full name and COHORT ID: NC422MP
21st CCLC YouTube Channel
As part of our ongoing efforts to keep you informed, the 21st CCLC team has joined NCDPI's YouTube channel. Moving forward, all professional development opportunities or webinars will be posted here for your convenience. This will provide you with easy access to valuable resources and allow you to conveniently revisit key information at your own pace. Don't miss another webinar, subscribe to receive updates. @ncpublicschools
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Professional Development Calendar
The 21st CCLC team has released the remaining professional development offerings for the 2024-2025 academic year.
A 21st CCLC professional development calendar provides a structured plan for staff training and development throughout the year. This ensures that staff members have the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively implement the program's goals and objectives.
Dates and offerings are subject to change. To access the calendar, follow the link below.
Year At a Glance Guide
This resource is designed to help program directors effectively manage and track 21st CCLC tasks throughout the year. It provides a clear and organized overview of essential activities, allowing for efficient planning and execution. Click here to view.
Whom Should I Contact at the Office of Federal Programs?
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