SPOTLIGHT AFTERSCHOOL The Houston Out of School Time Conference
What is Spotlight Afterschool?
About This Year's Conference
Join fellow out-of-school time (OST) professionals at the Houston Out-of-School Time Conference—a full day dedicated to inspiring and innovative workshops that celebrate and advance the incredible work being done in the afterschool space.
This energizing event offers practical tools, fresh ideas, and valuable resources to elevate your programs and reignite your passion for youth development. During each session, attendees will explore best practices, learn how to nurture their own potential, and walk away with strategies to grow their communities.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, collaborate, and grow with a dynamic community of OST leaders. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this conference will empower you to shine in your role and strengthen the future of out-of-school time programming.
Connect & Network
Elevating You!
Connect and network with peers to learn and share strategies that will help you shine as an OST leader! We invite you and your team to experience the most uplifting blend of:
Networking and self-care opportunities to strengthen and celebrate you
Three Sessions containing Sixteen exceptional workshops to help you rebuild, reimagine your passion for positive youth development work
An Exhibit Hall with OST service providers and information resource booths
Earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Opportunities to experience distinguished guest speakers, that will inspire and rejuvenate your passion
Attend Breakout Sessions
Just a few breakout sessions for you to explore:
Growing Volunteer Network
Self-care/ Resilience
Family Engagement
Vaping
PAX: Good Behavior Games
Children’s Museum of Houston
Sponsor panel
Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Conference Schedule
Time
Activity
8 a.m.–9 a.m.
Registration / Breakfast
9 a.m.–9:45 a.m.
Directors Opening
10 a.m.–11:15 a.m.
Session 1:
Workshop 1
Workshop 2
Workshop 3
Panel Discussion
SMART Zone Day of Play 1
11:25 a.m.–12:40 p.m.
Session 2:
Workshop 1
Workshop 2
Workshop 3
Panel Discussion
SMART Zone Day of Play 2
12:45–1:30 p.m.
Lunch / Keynote (7-Minute Story)
1:30–2:30 p.m.
Vendor Fair
2:45–4 p.m.
Session 3:
Workshop 1
Workshop 2
Workshop 3
Panel Discussion
SMART Zone Day of Play 3
4–4:30 p.m.
Raffle
5–7 p.m.
Networking Event
JOIN US AS WE SPOTLIGHT AFTERSCHOOL!
TIME REMAINING
About CASE for Kids
CASE for Kids, a division of Harris County Department of Education, services improve program quality and equalize access to afterschool, summer, and enrichment opportunities – because what happens between school and home matters. To learn more about CASE for Kids services, visit Afterschoolzone.org.
