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2023-2026 Strategic Plan

We are proud to present our 2023-2026 strategic plan, which has been deeply informed by School’s Out Washington’s community and...

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Investing in Rural Youth: The Impact of School-Community Partnerships

Corey Belser knows firsthand how activities outside of the classroom can open doors of possibility for young people. His career...

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Spotlight: Hilltop Children’s Center’s Commitment to Continuous Growth and Improvement

School’s Out Washington (SOWA) supports youth programs on their program quality improvement journey. One program that has shown commitment to...

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Advocating at the Capitol: Recap of 2026 Advocacy Day

We know that high-quality youth development programs transform lives and build stronger communities—but Washington still hasn’t caught up with the...

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Spotlight: International Rescue Committee

Resettling one’s family in an unfamiliar country is not an easy feat. Having survived violence and persecution in their countries...

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2025 Bridge Conference Highlights—Together We Rise

By School's Out Washington

We were proud to see our conference theme, Together We Rise, resonate through every keynote, workshop, and conversation as hundreds of changemakers from across Washington gathered to celebrate and lean into collective resilience, empowerment, and shared success.

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Relationships are key with ALL IN Mentoring

According to a recent study by Afterschool Alliance, 80% of Washington parents agree that afterschool programs help young people to build positive relationships with caring adults and mentors. In the...

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Best Starts for Kids,
Youth Development Professionals
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What goalsetting means for Best Starts for Kids 2.0

The Best Starts for Kids Expanded Learning Initiative (BSK) grantees welcomed the new year by reflecting on their experiences in 2022 and setting some resolutions for program quality improvement in...

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Centering Culture
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Coyote and the expansion of curiosity, creativity, and collaboration

The ability to express oneself as a young person is a valuable tool for growth and healing. Coyote’s mission is to, “spark creativity in young people, putting tools in their hands to build...

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Youth Development Professionals
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Youth Development Advocacy Week

Now is the time to showcase Youth Development to policymakers! In partnership with the Youth Development Strategy Table, we’ll be meeting youth, providers, and other stakeholders to educate and...

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Youth Development Professionals
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Winter Workshop: The Journey Continues

The Out of School and Summer Learning Network, in partnership with School’s Out Washington welcomes you back from winter break by offering a refresher on YPQ Methods and mental health workshops...

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Pierce County Out-of-Schooltime Leader to Join SOWA 

School’s Out Washington (SOWA) is thrilled to announce that Fahren Johnson will be joining SOWA as the new Strategy & Partnerships Director. Her first day in the new role will be January 3,...

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