Strengthening OST Professionals with Promising Practices and Proven Strategies
2025 Extra Learning Opportunities and EMPOWER Pennsylvania Out-of-School Time Conference, Strengthening OST Professionals with Promising Practices and Proven Strategies, is a unique opportunity for out-of-school time professionals to deepen their knowledge, network, and stay up to date with best practices and innovative solutions in their field.
This year, we are bringing together the best of both conferences to create a comprehensive and enriching experience for administrators, educators, program staff, industry partners and other professionals passionate about enriching their students’ lives through OST programming.
The conference is sponsored by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, Pennsylvania Statewide Afterschool/Youth Development Network (PSADYN) and Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, and held in collaboration with Center for Schools and Communities.
Other OST Conferences
National Afterschool Association (NAA) Convention
March 9 – 12, 2025 | Nashville, Tennessee
The National AfterSchool Association is the professional membership association for people who work with and for youth during Out-of-School time.
NAA fosters positive youth outcomes by supporting, developing, and advocating for afterschool professionals and leaders. The Association is the leading network of OST professionals.
Visit the NAA Website for Conference Updates
2025 BOOST Conference
April 29 – May 1, 2025 | Palm Springs, California
Join the largest, most recognized, and comprehensive global convening for after school, expanded learning, and in and out-of-school time professionals. Set in a retreat-like atmosphere, this annual, extraordinary event will rejuvenate your passion, boost your direction for quality programming and provide tools and resources that will inspire you to create change.
Visit the BOOST Website for Conference Updates
2026 Beyond School Hours
March 1-4, 2026 | Orlando, Florida
Visit the Beyond School Hours Website for Conference Updates