Name: Meaningful Activities in After School Programs
Start: 2026-04-29T10:00:00-0400
End: 2026-04-29T11:30:00-0400

Welcome to Empower Youth Success 2026!
Get ready for an exciting few days of innovative learning, engagement, networking, and fun. Whether this is your first time or you’re a returning attendee, we’re so glad you’re here to help make this event unforgettable!

Meaningful Activities in After School Programs

Wednesday April 29, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT

Governor Ballroom D

This training offers participants working in afterschool programs the opportunity to share the many learning centers that can interest children. Participants will share the learning centers they offer, the accessories, materials, and the many activities they offer within those centers. Bring photos to share!

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

Arlene Rider

Faculty, SUNY Empire

Dr. Arlene Rider is a professor with SUNY Empire. Arlene has been involved with NYS Network for Youth Success school age credential for about 24 years, as an instructor, advisor, endorser, and member of the statewide workgroup. She co-authored the textbook for the credential titl... Read More →

Wednesday April 29, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Governor Ballroom D Governor Ballroom D

Session

Empower Youth Success 2026

Claire Comtois

Arlene Rider

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