SEARCH FOR RESOURCES
This issue brief explores youth engagement in out-of-school time through a review of studies on out-of-school time attendance and participation by middle and high school students. It identifies promising practices for cognitive, behavioral, social, and emotional engagement that are essential for achieving positive outcomes. It includes program-level examples from four states.
This report explores why libraries are well positioned to be allies in increasing family engagement. The strategies shared come from a review of the literature, a survey of library directors, and a learning community of librarians. The paper concludes with a call for action and a framework libraries can use to work with schools, community organizations, and service providers in establishing better systems of family engagement that support the learning and success of children and families. A companion book, "Ideabook: Libraries for Families," offers a framework, examples, and practical strategies to guide libraries in their work to engage families.