Our Publications & Studies
Over the years, we have produced a number of publications and reports, which we've gathered together here by type of publication.
Expanded Learning Opportunities
Expanded Learning Opportunities PowerPoint
by Amanda Thomas, Education Policy Director
Presented January 12, 2012 at a work session before the Education Appropriations and Oversight Committee for the state House of Representatives.
Expanded Learning Opportunities Policy Brief
by Amanda Thomas, Education Policy Director
Expanded Learning Opportunities in Washington State: Pathways to Student Success
Prepared by Priscilla M. Little, Research & Evaluation Consultant
Presented at the Bridge Conference October 18, 2011
Educators and policymakers are rethinking when, where, and how children learn, to include a diverse range of learning settings such as afterschool and summer programs and workplace and virtual learning spaces, all of which can work in intentional alignment with schools to support student success. Collectively, these approaches are referred to as expanded learning opportunities (ELOs).
For more on Expanded Learning Opportunities, please read Principles of Effective
Expanded Learning Programs: A Vision Built on the Afterschool Approach by the Afterschool Alliance.
Pathway to Excellence Reports
The assessment and analysis of the first two years of the Pathway to Excellence Project has been completed.
Executive Summary, Full Report and Appendices
Statewide Professional Development System
The evaluation outcome map , along with a companion narrative, were completed in November 2009. In addition, the Next Generation Youth Work Coalition conducted a review of existing Youth Work Core Competencies frameworks and purposes to help inform the work in Phase One.
Our Summer Learning Policy Brief
Did you know that two-thirds of the achievement gap between lower and middle to higher income youth entering 9th grade can be attributed to summer learning loss? Our new Summer Learning Policy Brief highlights research showing the benefits and importance of summer learning in leveling the playing field for all youth, provides an overview of what is happening in Washington State during the summer and includes recommendations around improving quality and increasing access to summer learning programs.
The Supply & Demand for Afterschool and Youth Development Programs in Washington State
Snapshot Report, Full Report, Appendices and Supporting Maps
A Well-Prepared Workforce Brings Out the Best in Our Kids
Executive Summary and Full Report
At the end of 2008, School’s Out Washington completed the first supply and demand study on afterschool and youth development programs in Washington State. "The Supply & Demand for Afterschool and Youth Development Programs in Washington State" is a companion piece to the 2007 "A Well-Prepared Workforce Brings Out the Best in Our Kids" report. Together, these two reports form a more complete picture of the afterschool field from the lens of the provider and the participant. The overarching goals of the supply and demand study were to gather comprehensive information on what programs exist, who they serve, and assess the demand for additional programs in the state. The "Well-Prepared Workforce" report was the culminating report of a comprehensive study to determine the best ways to support Washington State’s afterschool and youth development (AYD) workforce and presents a framework for a professional development system for the AYD workforce in Washington State.
Other Publications
The Washington Out-of-School Times Newsletter
Why After-School Matters: How After-School Supports and Enhances Student Success
School’s Out Washington created this publication to highlight some important steps school leaders can take to build and enhance partnerships between schools and afterschool programs to best support student’s success in school and life. This piece also includes key resources for school leaders to reference in further examining the benefits of including afterschool programs as an integral part of a school’s community.
How Afterschool Programming Supports Academic Success
School’s Out Washington’s fact sheet on “How Afterschool Programming Supports Academic Success” includes information from recent studies that highlight the academic benefits of afterschool programs.
Fast Facts on Afterschool in Washington State
School’s Out Washington has compiled a list of important and revealing facts and statistics about the current state of afterschool in Washington.
Fast Facts on Youth in Washington State
This companion to "Fast Facts on Afterschool in Washington State" looks at the current state of youth development work in Washington.
School's Out Washington has completed a guidebook for groups interested in organizing an event to raise awareness of the importance of afterschool programs among educators. This book includes strategies, tools such as pre-written letters and event planning tools, and other resources to support the development of a successful event.
School's Out Washington's Strategic Plan for 2009-2011
School's Out Washington Annual Report for 2010
School's Out Washington's Annual Report for 2009