What is the Elementary School OST Network?

The Elementary School Out-of-School Time Network brings together Cambridge out-of-school time providers, schools, families, and community partners who work together to provide equitable access to quality learning experiences for JK-5 children. In this process, we will address biases, barriers, and inequities that affect families. The network will collectively share promising practices and develop strategies and systems that will provide all students with an equal chance at success. We prioritize family voices and lead with our Seven Guiding Principles.

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Family Resources (Coming Soon!)

​Are you looking for a K-5th grade out-of-school time opportunity?

For summer programs, take a look at the ESON Summer Break slideshow which features summer camps and activities for JK-5th graders. 

C​heck out the ESON K-5th Grade slideshow which features the latest afterschool opportunities for the 2022-23 school year!

​The 2022-23 Summer Resource Guide is here!

Summer programs for Elementary (JK-5) and Middle Schoolers (6-8) happen all over the city – on school campuses, at City youth centers, community centers, local non-profits, businesses, and more. ​This guide brings all of these opportunities together in one place. ​

View Summer Resource Guide

Check out the Fall 2022-2023 Resource Guide!

Looking for after school programs for JK-8th grade? Explore the many exciting out-of-school time programs in Cambridge in our resource guide!

View Fall Resource Guide

Thank you to all of our ESON and MSN Attendees and Partners!

​To join the Network, register for our monthly meetings by clicking here.

EXCITING OPPORTUNITIES TO JOIN THE AFCOST TEAM! 

We seek team members who have the ability to see the big picture, to build community, innovate and who approach this work thoughtfully and intentionally. We value collaborative and facilitative leaders who have demonstrated an understanding of how children and youth are affected by social inequities and how to address these impacts. 

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