Lights on Afterschool

October 26, 2023

Lights On Afterschool is the only nationwide event that celebrates and advocates for afterschool programs. The Alaska Afterschool Network is committed to raising awareness of the role afterschool, before-school, and summer learning programs play in ensuring our kids graduate from high school and are ready for the workforce.


On Thursday, October 26, programs across Alaska celebrated Lights On Afterschool and showcased the incredible work that afterschool does in keeping kids safe, inspiring youth to grow, and giving parents peace of mind. Lights On Afterschool events, like afterschool programs, come in all shapes and sizes, from public rallies to open houses to newsletters.

Check out ideas for Lights On 2023 like Lights On coloring sheets, family fun nights and community events, and tours of your program for partners and families.


Make your Lights On Event Shine!

Activity Supply Boxes


Brighten Up Social Media with Stories of Lights On

A Social Toolkit for your Program

Right click on an image and then select “Save Image As…” to save it to your desktop. Then, you can upload it to any social media platform you’d like! Feel free to use our suggested post text or think of captions of your own. Looking for something for elevating Lights On Afterschool and can’t find it? Email Program Specialist Erin Moriearty here.

Suggested post text:

Afterschool is so much more than a place to wait until caregivers are done with work, it's a place for children and youth to explore and use their imaginations! At ____(insert the name of your program), kids explore their passions every day! That's why this October 26, we're shining a light on afterschool during #LightsOnAfterschool. What did you get to explore at an afterschool program you attended?

 

Suggested post text:

97% of Alaskan parents are satisfied with their child's afterschool program - they feel safe knowing that when they're working, their kids are building life skills, getting help with homework, and engaging in fun learning opportunities. That's why at ____ (insert program name), we're turning the #LightsOnAfterschool on October 26. Join us in raising awareness of the benefits of afterschool by sharing our posts!

 

Suggested post text:

How did or do afterschool programs shape you or your child? There are so many incredible activities at afterschool programs that increase confidence, provide opportunities for exploration, and encourage creativity, it's hard to list! Comment your favorite way that ___(insert program name) has helped your child!


Even More Lights On Resources

Resources

Brainstorm ideas, learn strategies to make an impact, or view the planning timeline to hold an event.

Register

Make sure you register your Lights On Afterschool celebration with the Afterschool Alliance.

Reach Out

Need help plan your Lights On Afterschool event? Contact us for help and ideas.

Donate

Support Afterschool programs and do your part to keep the Lights On!