Jamming at the end of a long day on keyboards temporarily here through the NextUp RVA program and City Singers Choir!

The data speaks for itself; our RPS (Richmond Public Schools) middle schoolers really enjoy the programs funded by NextUp. Shout out to our amazing network of program providers for their amazing work!

Look at this spot-isn’t it neat?! Perfect for a sunset & wildlife viewing!🔎 We love to stop w/ OAC participants & view wildlife-especially around Pipeline! Here, students from the NextUp RVA crew at Thomas C. Boushall Middle School (Richmond Public Schools) are using binoculars to observe various birds🦤🦉🦅

The information you share with the #PowerofUsSurvey can help lead to action, informing policy, practice, and further research to better support the #youthserving workforce. Visit powerofussurvey.org to take the survey today - you might even win an Amazon gift card!

Time to make a difference in the lives of #RVA youth! We're seeking providers to deliver high-quality programs in the community and RPS middle schools. For more information, visit: bit.ly/3RiKIFH

There is still time to apply to become a program provider in NextUp's network! If you have questions about the application process, join us tomorrow, February 9, at 2:00 PM for a virtual technical assistance session. For more information, go to linktr.ee/nextuprva

📣Spring registration for NextUp RVA is officially open! Out-of-school time activities are free for all Richmond Public Schools youth at: Albert Hill Boushall Middle Henderson Middle Lucille Brown Middle River City Middle Parents and guardians register today: nextupportal.cityspan.com

Check out this Season Highlight Reel from Lucille Brown Middle Run Club! This group of runners is taking on the Richmond SPCA Dog Jog and 5k tomorrow and we know they are going to do great!! NextUp RVA Richmond Public Schools youtu.be/xtVHGcdQtBo

TIME IS RUNNING OUT! It's your #lastchance to join the incredible network of #youthworkers, #tutors sports #coaches, #parks and #afterschool staff and volunteers, and more who have taken the #PowerofUsSurvey. Take it today & share it with your colleagues! bit.ly/3t3lq3Z

📣 📣 📣 📣 📣 📣 Just a few more days to take the #PowerOfUsSUrvey! If you work or volunteer with #youth outside the school day, take the survey before it closes on Friday, March 31st! visit powerofussurvey.org! 📣 📣 📣 📣 📣

#ICYMI Our latest #Lessons in #Adolescence #podcast is out! Listen to our NextUp RVA #colleagues talk about the #mechanisms to help #youth make good choices in #engaging in #programs that are a good fit for their interests & needs. Listen & subscribe -> lessonsinadolescence.buzzsprout.com

If you or your child needs to speak to a counselor, please call the ChildSavers Immediate Response Helpline at 804-305-2420 or RBHA at 804-819-4100.

In the wake of yesterday's shooting outside of RPS high school graduations, a group of RPS parents is organizing a family-friendly walk at the Capitol. Meet at the front steps, bring signs, wear orange for gun violence awareness!

Be a champion of out-of-school time and expanded learning in Richmond by becoming a program provider with NextUp RVA this upcoming school year, 2023-2024! We are accepting applications until June 30th. Learn more at tr.ee/ZtWCBZaRuH

NextUp RVA is excited to announce our newest RFP cycle for 2024! We are now accepting applications for Core Model – Middle School programs and Positive Youth Development – Community programs! Funding rounds include Summer 2024/2025 & School Year 24-25. tinyurl.com/nextup2024RFP

Need help with our RFP application? We are hosting a TA Session on 2/8 at 11AM to walk through the application and answer any general questions! Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Need help with our RFP? We are hosting our second TA Session for applicants on 2/13 at 3PM! Register Here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

We are currently seeking volunteers to help us review our program applications for School Year 2024-2025 and Summer 2025! Sign up today here: form.jotform.com/Sarah_Ramirez_…

We are excited to share that our President & CEO Dr. Traymanesha Lamy will be representing NextUp on the Virginia Partnership for Out-of-School Time (VPOST) Leadership Advisory Council! v-post.org/dr-traymanesha…

This week we are joining NAA in celebrating Afterschool Professional Appreciation Week to uplift leaders who workwith youth in the out-of-school-time space! We'll be recognizing a few of NextUp's impactful site coordinators all week 🥳#heartofafterschool