Chronic absenteeism is a major challenge for schools, but afterschool programs are part of the solution! A national report found that nearly 60% of students who were previously chronically absent improved their attendance after joining an afterschool program.

Springtime is the perfect time to get a library card! Library cards open the door to endless reading, adventures, educational resources, and activities for your child. Visit your library and discover all the free resources waiting to be explored. #NationalReadingMonth

Afterschool is more than just a place to go after the school day ends. From 3-6 pm, young people are learning, growing, and thriving in a safe & supportive space—including 1.4M kids served by a 21st CCLC program. Celebrate #3to6day, go to 3to6.co/congress! #YouthVoiceWeek

The President’s budget proposes eliminating dedicated federal funding for local afterschool and summer programs. 1 in 5 children may lose their programs nationwide. Not on our watch! 💪 TOMORROW: Tell Congress #AfterschoolWorks for America! 3to6.co/challenge

Research points to several behaviors and practices that are essential for developing strong school leaders. This leader's story shows why that matters. bit.ly/4lw4yvZ

oin us for the RIDE Statewide Celebration of Learning this Friday 5/9 at Central Wyoming College! ✔️ Celebrate student-centered learning ✔️ Engage in hands-on workshops ✔️ Explore innovative student projects Learn more : bit.ly/wycol25

Morgan Hahn, a high school social studies teacher from Lander Valley High School and the 2025 Wyoming Teacher of the Year, inspires other teachers with a #TeacherAppreciationWeek message: youtu.be/kI4fWGxLtSA. #WyWeLoveTeachers #WyILoveTeaching #WyDeptEd #WyoEdChat

After 18 years as the Wyoming Afterschool Alliance, we are stepping into our next chapter with a new name and an expanded vision. We’re proud to announce that we are now the Wyoming Enrichment Network. Visit wyoenrichmentnetwork.org. #ThriveBeyondtheBell

🌟 Meet Madison “Madi” Johnson from Wyoming 4-H 🌟 Madi Johnson’s 4-H journey wasn’t about chasing a variety of projects — it was about focusing on what she loves most: showing pigs and goats. From local jackpot shows to the Carbon County Fair and Wyoming State Fair, the show ring

The #WyDeptEd Special Education Programs Division has opened registration for the in-person SPED Conference and the New SPED Teacher Boot Camp. Learn more and register by June 29: edu.wyoming.gov/sups-memo/05-0… #WyDeptEd #WyoEdChat #WyomingEducation #Wyoming

Learn how arts organizations across the country are using art to support young people’s health and well-being, elevate their voices, and build their social skills and networks. bit.ly/44Yx2J1

We are here at the NSA Annual Conference! Stop by booth 529 to say hi, hear what we’re up to, and get a free member gift! #sheriffs2025

We love this great story of Westside Elementary School students creating a garden at the Powell Valley Care Center from the Powell Tribune: powelltribune.com/stories/growin…. #ThriveBeyondtheBell #WYSummerLearning

Many thanks to Wyoming Department of Education for sharing our exciting news! #ThriveBeyondtheBell

Learn how to start a school garden with this free toolkit from Alliance for a Healthier Generation! 🪴 boostcafe.org/business-direc… #BOOSTCafe

We’re proud to support National Summer Learning Week July 14–18, 2025, a nationwide celebration of programs and partners working to keep kids learning, safe, and thriving all summer long. Explore resources & ways to get involved: bit.ly/4mJkWKm #SummerLearningWeek

There’s a lot happening in afterschool and education policy. Stay informed and get your questions answered by joining Afterschool Alliance for Policy Pulse, held every second Friday at noon ET. Register now for the next call on Friday, July 11: 3to6.co/policypulse

#WyDeptEd announces the 2025-26 TANF grant recipients. The program assists families with children when basic needs cannot be met, and promotes job preparation, work, and marriage. Learn more: edu.wyoming.gov/parents/early-… #Wyoming #WyomingEducation

On behalf of the Afterschool Alliance—and the 1.4M kids in 21st CCLC programs—thank you. 💙100K messages to Congress. Champions in Capitol Hill. Providers rallying nationwide. YOU made the release of FY25 21st CCLC funds possible. Don't let up, go to 3to6.co/congress!

Thanks to WyoFile and Katie Klingsporn for covering the importance of federal funding for 21st CCLC programs in Wyoming with a story focused on the amazing team at Lights On In Lander!. 💡 #ThriveBeyondTheBell #LearningHappensEverywhere #AfterschoolWorks Afterschool Alliance