The Idaho Out-of-School Network awarded Summer of Innovation Grants to support youth and families with summer learning and care opportunities across the state. The Summer of Innovation Grant is intended to address unfinished learning and improve the quality of out-of-school time (OST) opportunities across Idaho for youth in grades K-12. The grant is dedicated to

UpRiver Panthers is an after-school program serving the rural communities of Fernwood, Santa, and Emida that used grant funds from the Idaho Out-of-School Network to provide academic support and enrichment experiences for youth.   “The funds had a huge impact!” said Jane Emery, Director of the UpRiver Panthers. “Homework completion became the norm rather than

Money granted by the Idaho Out-of-School Network made a big impact at Rigby Rockets Camp. An Idaho Out-of-School Network grant provided supplies for students to design and build several electric devices, including flashlights, mini robots, model airplanes, and telescopes.   With over 70 participants, the funds allowed use of a Think Make Create Labs trailer

Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week, the last full week of April each year, is a time to recognize, appreciate and advocate for those who work with young people during out-of-school hours. “An estimated 850,000 professionals work with children and youth during out-of-school hours providing enriching experiences,” according to the National Afterschool Association.   The Idaho Out-of-School