BSK Expanded Learning 2022-2025 RFP

Investing in youth programs that are grounded in community. The King County Best Starts for Kids (BSK) Expanded Learning Initiative channels resources to providers in communities across King County that are working to improve their practices and provide afterschool and summer programming for Black, Indigenous and youth of color (BIPOC) and youth in poverty to flourish outside of the school day.  The RFP process opened on March 10, 2022. Applications are due on April 27, 2022 by 11:59 PM. Access more details here.

Quality Intervention Coaching Services Menu

School’s Out Washington’s Coaching Services Menu lists several ways your coach can assist you through each phase of the Youth Program Quality Intervention process. Coaching services can be delivered virtually, or in person.

Coaching Services Philosophy Overview

School’s Out Washington’s professional learning model includes coaching and training aligned to the Washington State Core Competencies and Program Quality Standards for Afterschool and Youth Development Programs. SOWA’s coaching approach is youth centered, relationship-based, and holistic to foster equity, inclusion, and cultural responsiveness. This document provides an overview of our Coaching Philosophy and services.