The Evidence Base for Afterschool and Summer

This updated research brief provides a summary of key evaluations on the impact of afterschool programs during the pandemic. This summary can be a helpful resource for programs building the case for accessing stimulus funding as it refers to impact of afterschool on academic growth and engagement in learning; benefits of summer learning, fostering key foundational skills and boosting students’ well-being; and setting youth up to thrive post high school. See also: https://childcareta.acf.hhs.gov/ncase-resource-library/evaluations-backgrounder-summary-formal-evaluations-afterschool-programs-0  This resource supports the COVID-19 response.

Related Topics
Supportive Learning Environment
Summer Learning
Quality Improvement
Tools, Standards, Evaluation
Child and youth outcomes
Program Design and Management
Publisher
Afterschool Alliance
Author
Afterschool Alliance
Resource Type
Issue brief
Length
6 pages
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Archive Status
Unarchived