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Kidsmas Craze

I hate when people misspell things for the purpose of alliteration. So if you are thinking "Why didn't she write Kidsmas Kraze?" It is...

Large Group Field Trips

One of the most exciting parts of after-school programming is allowing kiddos to have experiences they otherwise couldn't. Given the...

On the Spot Fun Collection #1

If you know me, you know I say one of two things at work on a regular basis. 1. Adapt or Die 2. Don't use the F word! Look, sometimes I...

Julius Lott Youth for Unity Day

Several months ago, our Professional Association Executive and Committee Chair team sat down at Lambert's. Now, this restaurant prides...

LARGE GROUP GAMES

Sometimes we have a bleep ton of kids and it is hard to manage them. These large group games come in handy on a regular basis for my...

CLUB CHALLENGE STARTER PACK

This is one of the best programs I've ever run. When I was a Club Program Manager in Lawrence, Kansas, my good friend and die hard would...

POWER HOUR REHAB #1

Several months ago, my organization and Professional Association hosted a Boys & Girls Club of America National training event. We had a...

HOST AN OPEN HOUSE/BACK TO SCHOOL BASH

Every late August or Early September, I host an Open House/Back to School Bash. I like to combine them because usually families are more...

ABOUT ME

Hello! My name is Brandy and I love all things after-school. I am a Springfield, Missouri native and have spent the majority of my life working with children. As a former teacher and current Director of Programs and Unit Director for the Boys & Girls Club, I have found that some of these ideas and programs are effective in a variety of child care settings. Alternatively, some ideas and programs fail and it is important to write about those as well. So this blog is a way to achieve my life goal: to make the world a better place for kids. Also, I cropped this picture and I am smiling in it so you know you can trust me! Ok, love you bye!