OAN is a Convener, Connector, and Collective Voice!
Our Impact
The Ohio Afterschool Network is a…
Convener
OAN is a statewide organization that serves afterschool and summer learning professionals across Ohio. Through our strong national, state, and local partnerships, we can efficiently provide our members with evidence-based best practices and valuable resources.
Connector
Members of OAN are innovative, forward-thinking afterschool and summer learning professionals with a heart for youth and an eye on the future. They are leaders in the field who believe in providing high-quality programs for youth so that they can grow and become successful adults.
Collective Voice
At OAN, we are dedicated to creating a collaborative environment where afterschool and summer learning providers, partner organizations, and allies can come together to share knowledge, learn from one another, and amplify their collective voice.
Virtual Leadership Training Series - Grow as an OST Leader
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Ignite, Inspire, Innovate: Transforming Futures Through Out-of-School Time
(OAN Annual Conference)
February 20th and 21st, 2025
Tuesday, January 21, 2025
Explore the art of effective time management, planning, and delegation in our targeted workshop for Afterschool Leaders! Join us to discover proven strategies for optimizing your time, ensuring you focus on what matters most. Leave with an action plan that empowers you to lead with efficiency, achieve program objectives, and strike the perfect balance between leadership and operational responsibilities. 4 of 5. Attend any or all.
Are you new to supervision in an Afterschool or Summer Learning setting? Attend this initial virtual workshop to explore essential OST leader qualities, like self-awareness. Discuss the top 4 skills that all OST professionals need for professional and personal growth. Meet colleagues in the field and set personal goals for your own growth. 5 of 5. Attend any or all.
Are you part of the afterschool and summer learning community? We invite you to join us for a dynamic, engaging 2-day conference in central Ohio on February 20-21, 2025! The Ohio Afterschool Network is the state affiliate of the National Afterschool Association and a leader in supporting and empowering out-of-school time staff and partners throughout the state of Ohio.
This year's conference will include deep-dive sessions from national speakers, a powerful, inspiring keynote from Ovi Vasquez, 20-minute FLASH sessions, networking opportunities, and more!
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
Virtual Leadership Training Series - Time Management for OST Leaders
The C.S. Mott Foundation supports a national infrastructure of organizations dedicated to increasing the quality of afterschool programs for children, youth and families.
OAN is the proud state affiliate of the National Afterschool Association. NAA and OAN share a mutual purpose to support, develop, and advocate for Out-of-School Time professionals and the profession. NAA and its State Affiliates build connectivity among stakeholders and create opportunities for engagement to ensure a vibrant future for the Out-of-School Time profession.
For OST professionals who are not paid NAA members and live in Ohio, our affiliation and an OAN individual membership make you eligible for a free NAA membership. If you prefer, NAA membership may be purchased directly from NAA on a sliding scale from $25 to $150. For more info, visit https://www.oanohio.org/membership
