season 4

In this episode, Jasmine Katatikarn shares her journey in the animation industry and discusses how she started an after-school program in New York City. She explains that her motivation to start the program was to increase diversity in animation and...

Ever wondered if the traditional college path is the only road to success? Kandee Martin joins us to shatter this myth, revealing a spectrum of post-graduation options that can lead to a fulfilling and debt-free future. From the virtues of apprentic...

As your host Jay Lee, I'm taking a moment to reflect on a year that's been both a whirlwind and a milestone for our beloved School After Hours podcast. Wind down with us as I give a nod to our upcoming adventures and share some challenges we faced a...

Ever wish you had a guidebook to navigate staff assessments and effective planning for your after-school program? We've got you covered in this episode of School After Hours. Join your host, Jay Lee as she unpacks the essentials of wrapping up the f...

Have you ever pondered the power of local communities in making after-school programs sustainable and successful in the long-term? The answer may surprise you. In our engaging conversation with Kam Green, a specialist in after-school programs, we un...

Are you ready to get inspired? Prepare to unravel the profound impact of after-school programs on young lives as we engage with two remarkable youth ambassadors, Avery and Jamora, from the After School Alliance, and their equally inspiring program m...

Buckle up, listeners, for an enriching conversation with our remarkable guest, Rodrick Johnson. Not only is he a literacy coach, but he's the CEO who's making waves in the Baltimore City Public School System. How, you ask? Johnson has created a uniq...

In this episode, Kenrick takes us on a roller coaster ride of his journey in creating the afterschool program, Game Time. From establishing an LLC to expanding during the pandemic, Kenrick leaves no stone unturned. He also shares the importance of a...

Transitioning to a managerial role can be a steep climb, but fear not! Kam and I journey through this challenging terrain, sharing nuggets of wisdom on how to build trust with your team, foster career growth, and implement effective leadership strat...

Ever wonder how your child's after-school program aligns with their school day? What should you, as a parent, look out for when enrolling your child in a program? Join us as we tackle these questions and more with our esteemed guests from the Utah A...

Imagine setting goals and KPIs that truly propel your school year forward, crafting a strategy that ensures student enrollment, attendance, and retention - all while engaging parents and community. That's what we're unpacking in this enlightening di...

Strap in as we tackle the ever-challenging issue of bullying in school programs, specifically in out-of-school time settings. We're thrilled to have on board with us Nathan Houston, a recognized authority on bully prevention and a compelling motivat...