We support the people and organizations who empower youth through expanded learning.
School’s Out Washington is working to ensure equitable access to high-quality, youth development programs across Washington state—especially for low-income youth and youth of color. Through advocacy, professional learning, and grants we have created a foundation of support and expertise that enables and enriches the critical work of youth-serving organizations.
Trainings & Workshops
May 31, 2023
(10:00 am—12:00 pm)
June 1, 2023
(10:00 am—12:00 pm)
June 6, 2023
(10:00 am—12:00 pm)
June 8, 2023
(10:00 am—12:00 pm)
June 12, 2023
(10:00 am—1:00 pm)
Trauma and Resilience for Youth Development Providers
May 31, 2023 (10:00 am—12:00 pm)
Instructor : Emet Bergman
Format : Online/Zoom
STARS Credits: 2
YPQ Method - Active Learning
June 1, 2023 (10:00 am—12:00 pm)
Instructor : Sevan Bussell
Format : Online/Zoom
STARS Credits: 2
Mapping Multiracial and Crosscultural Identities
June 6, 2023 (10:00 am—12:00 pm)
Instructor : Maria Pia Johnson Barreto
Format : Online/Zoom
STARS Credits: 4
Introduction to Quality
June 8, 2023 (10:00 am—12:00 pm)
Instructor : Carlee Hoover
Format : Online/Zoom
STARS Credits: 2
The Brain Science of Team Trust
June 12, 2023 (10:00 am—1:00 pm)
Instructor : Bill Wells
Format : In-person, Tukwila
STARS Credits: 3
Stories
VIEW ALLVamos Outdoors Project is creating space for belonging
Whatcom and Skagit counties are known for their rich agriculture and breathtaking views of the North Cascades. However, access to its dense nature is often limited to those with the means to get outside. Starting in 2018, the Vamos Outdoors...
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News & Updates
VIEW ALLMay 17
Check out what’s new on Elevate WashingtonLast year, SOWA worked to enhance the Elevate Washington data platform. If you’re not already familiar, Elevate is SOWA’s youth program data system and public directory. Provider...
April 05
Best Starts for Kids sees early impact in King CountyThe Best Starts for Kids (BSK) Expanded Learning initiative is underway! School’s Out Washington has received our first round of data from grantees. We’re excited to share the impact of this...
March 22
2023 legislative session update: A setback and forward momentumOur two bills (Senate Bill 5601 and House Bill 1386) passed out of their policy committees, but did not receive a vote in their respective budget committees. In addition to $50M in grants fo...
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Join the Youth Development Strategy Table
learn moreThe Youth Development Strategy Table is a coalition of public and nonprofit stakeholders working to establish a focused state-level youth development effort to sustain early learning gains, improve academic and social-emotional outcomes, and prevent deep end system involvement.
learn moreList your program and get on the map!
Check out Elevate Washington
Elevate Washington is a member-based youth program data system and public directory. It includes nonprofits, businesses, and agencies that offer afterschool enrichment, childcare, youth services, and a range of other opportunities and support for children and young people (ages 5 to 24).
SOWA created the Elevate Washington so that we have the tools and information needed to see where youth programs are operating in our state and better understand who’s being served. With this critical data, we’re able to advocate for resources and also provide families with an easy way to find programs in their area.
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