Name: Let the Space Do the Work: Creative School-Age Environments
Start: 2026-05-01T10:00:00-0400
End: 2026-05-01T11:30:00-0400

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Let the Space Do the Work: Creative School-Age Environments

Friday May 1, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT

Governor Ballroom C&D

Learn the keys to creating positive environments for children and youth in school-age settings. This session will examine foundational philosophies of environments and include tips and tricks for creating great experiences and minimal problems.

Moderators

Claire Comtois

Education & Training Specialist, Child Care Resource Network

Claire Comtois is an Education & Training Specialist at Child Care Resource Network in Buffalo, NY. She has been dedicated to the field of school-age care for 12 years. She began her career in the child care field as a Director of SACC programming, supporting her staff and organization... Read More →

Presenters

Lesley Lawrence

CNY Program Specialist, New York State Network for Youth Success

Lesley Lawrence is a Program Specialist with the NYS Network for Youth Success’s School-Age Technical Assistance Resource Center (SATARC). She provides individualized support to LEAPS and BOOST grantees in program management, grant implementation, program quality, and data systems. With over 20... Read More →

Friday May 1, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Governor Ballroom C&D Governor Ballroom C&D

Session

Empower Youth Success 2026

Claire Comtois

Lesley Lawrence

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