Youth Opportunity Project

Your Voice Matters

Help us shape the future of youth programming by joining the Youth Opportunity Project!
Your voice, insight and experience will help to guide key initiatives and programs throughout the state.

Participate in monthly virtual meetings where you will have the opportunity to network with other youth, meet with key decision-makers and hone leadership skills through support and guidance. You’ll earn a paid stipend for your time and have the opportunity to attend South Dakota Day at the Capital in Pierre.

Apply by July 11 to join the Youth Opportunity Project and commit to make a difference!

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ABOUT SDAN

The South Dakota Afterschool Network works to better our state and its communities by connecting providers, parents and policymakers with proven tools and resources to increase the quality of and access to out-of-school time programming for K-12 children and youth.

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AFTERSCHOOL IN SOUTH DAKOTA

Afterschool is a lifeline that keeps youth safe, helps kids learn and grow, and provides parents the ability to work without worry. While South Dakota is home to more than 300 afterschool programs, the demand for programs exceeds available spaces. In fact, 1 in 3 South Dakota children (34 percent) who are not in an afterschool program would be enrolled if it were available. That’s more than 42,000 children who are missing out on opportunities to participate in programming that supports their development academically, socially and economically.

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FEATURED EVENTS

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FIRESIDE CHATS

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STEM EVENTS

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STEM

Afterschool can provide valuable opportunities for students to explore STEM, and we are here to help your program succeed in STEM Learning! From webinars and trainings to our signature TMC Trailers that bring turnkey STEM activities to your doorstep, our diverse collection of resources meets you and your students where you are and provides the support you need to deliver quality programming to your students at any age. 

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FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

Quality Improvement Opportunity – Apply Today!

Quality Improvement Opportunity – Apply Today!

ARPA Child Care Stabilization Grant

ARPA Child Care Stabilization Grant

ADVOCACY

TMC TRAILERS

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TMC TRAINING

FAMILY TIPS & RESOURCES

YOUTH OPPORTUNITY PROJECT

STATE OF AFTERSCHOOL

The South Dakota Afterschool Network wanted to create a mapping tool to better understand the landscape of afterschool and summer programs available for children and families. From the initial launch of the new mapping tool, we have identified some startling findings.

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Find A Program

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