Agenda for Children Out of School Time Initiative

Quality, Equity & Innovation

Uniting the out-of-school time community of Cambridge through peer learning & professional development.

In our most recent video story, we hear a fresh perspective on the importance of empathy in successful family engagement practice

Our latest blog post explores how OST professionals can still learn in the Neighborhod of Make-Believe

In this video story, youth enrolled at the Gately Youth Center in Cambridge, MA, share about the importance of their relationships with staff.

Why are some middle school youth still missing out on OST opportunities? What can we do to help?

Librarian Emily Meyer highlights tips and resources to help young people find books they'll enjoy reading this summer.

Families and staff of the Cambridge Community Center share the importance of their monthly family nights.

Explore the benefits of outdoor education for your program and your own health & well-being.

Vanessa Fisher, director of the Frisoli Youth Center, tells us how she engages families by building dialogue and relationships.

Read how a youth worker changed her whole approach to mindfulness in her program by using games.

The 2018 Summer Resource Guide is out! Find information about upcoming quality summer opportunities for middle schoolers across Cambridge.