STRENGTHEN | OST Conference
Alaska Out-of-School Time Conference
Join the Alaska Out-of-School Conference to gain valuable skills, network with peers, and explore more than 35 engaging workshops tailored for Alaska’s afterschool educators.
2026 Dates
Preconference Institute
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Preconference Session 1: TBD
8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Preconference Session 2: TBD
8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Alaska Out-of-School Time Conference
Thursday, November 12, 2026
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday, November 13, 2026
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Now accepting workshop proposals!
Do you or someone you know have a passion or expertise in an afterschool-relevant topic? From academic enrichment activities such as STEM and arts, to behavioral support and staff management, we are looking for interactive workshops that will inspire, educate, and engage out-of-school time educators across Alaska!
Submit a workshop proposal today!
Register today for Alaska’s largest event for afterschool and youth development professionals!
Join a network of over 150 peers from across the state to gain valuable tools, fresh ideas, and inspiration to strengthen your programs. Dive into dynamic workshops covering STEAM, social-emotional learning, cultural protective factors, and more.
Register early to take advantage of discounted Early Bird rates!
Interested in even more learning opportunities? Check out our Pre-Conference Day options below.
Early Bird Registration: $150
General Registration: $175 starting October 1, 2026
Preconference: $50, (Optional, for more details see below)
Please note: the prices listed do not include processing fees.
Conference Registration
Vendor Registration
Join us as a vendor at the Alaska Out-of-School Time (OST) Conference and connect with over 150 educators, youth development professionals, and program leaders from across the state. This is a unique opportunity to share your resources, services, and products that support afterschool and summer learning programs. Whether you're focused on enrichment, curriculum, youth wellness, or family engagement, we'd love to have you there!
Vendor Registration: $300
Registration includes one 8-foot table and two chairs for November 11–13, 2026. Conference registration is not included and must be purchased separately. Please note: the prices listed do not include processing fees.
Cancellation Policy: In the event you have to cancel your registration, please contact Thomas Azzarella. Cancellation requests made by October 30, 2026 receive a 100% refund, excluding processing fees. Tickets are non-refundable after October 30, 2026.
Registration coming soon!
Held on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, the Alaska OST Preconference Institute is an additional opportunity for out-of-school time providers to expanding their professional skill set. Preconference Institute offers workshops that provide an in-depth look into a learning topic and emerge with strategies and resources to bring back to their programs. The Preconference Institute is geared towards all out-of-school time program types.
This year, preconference will host two separate workshops. Preconference workshop details will be coming soon.
Organizations should consider taking a select, collaborative team approach when selecting a workshop as space is limited.
Preconference Institute Schedule
7:30 - 8:00 a.m. - Check in
8:00 - 2:00 p.m. - Preconference Institute
Preconference Institute
Accommodations
More information regarding hotel accommodations is coming soon!
Directions and Parking
More information regarding directions and parking are coming soon!
Licensed School-Age Programs
Through Alaska SEED, licensed school-age providers are eligible for travel reimbursement (up to $1,000) and conference registration reimbursement (up to $500) for the Alaska OST Conference. Here's what you need:
Travel Reimbursement:
A Pre-Travel Application for the conference must be submitted online by October 16th, 2026.
If you are pre-approved, SEED will email and/or mail you a confirmation and a Travel Request (TR) Verification Form. The TR Verification Form, along with all receipts and proof of completion, must be submitted by January 4th, 2025.
Registration Reimbursement:
Your membership in the Alaska SEED Registry is current/active.
You are an early childhood or school-age professional operating or working as a paid employee of a licensed or approved child care facility.
You are currently residing in the state of Alaska.
Travel Scholarships
Continuing Education Units
Every year, participants in the Alaska Out-of-School Time Conference may use the below form to apply for one Continuing Education Unit (CEU). This CEU is only recognized by the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development (DEED) and can only be used to meet recency or renewal credit requirements when applying for any of the following Alaska Certificates:
Professional Teacher Certificate,
Master Teacher Certificate
Initial 5-year Teacher Certificate
Type B Administrative Certificate (regular), or
Type C Special Services Certificate (regular).
Application coming soon!
Sponsor the Alaska Out-of-School Time Conference
Each fall, the Alaska Afterschool Network, a program of Alaska Children’s Trust, convenes educators from across the state to enhance their skills for working with youth. The Conference ensures that educators have the tools and skills they need to keep Alaska’s children and youth safe, healthy, and happy in afterschool.
Your sponsorship helps create better afterschool programs for kids in Alaska by supporting quality professional learning for afterschool educators.
If you need assistance completing your sponsorship, contact Kaila Pfister, Director of Community Engagement at (907)248-7378 or email her here.