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Educators around the globe are seeing an increase in demand and attention to social and emotional learning (SEL) to create successful and equitable outcomes for young people. As a result, education leaders are grappling with what high-quality, systemic social and emotional learning looks like in schools, what the current research says, and what policies will best support students.

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Educators around the globe are seeing an increase in demand and attention to social and emotional learning (SEL) to create successful and equitable outcomes for young people. As a result, education leaders are grappling with what high-quality, systemic social and emotional learning looks like in schools, what the current research says, and what policies will best support students.

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STEM Fest's Family night is fun for all ages! Have hands-on experiences with STEM activities, learn about careers in the STEM field, solve problems, and most of all have a blast!

STEM Fest is FREE and open to the public it is located in-person at 9575 State St, Sandy, UT 84070 and is also available online.

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The Well-Being Institute, focuses on providing comprehensive well-being supports to afterschool staff and educators in a cycle beginning in September 2022 and ending in May 2023. Two virtual, concurrent tracks (elementary and secondary) will provide participants with strategies and supports to maximize student social-emotional, behavior, and academic outcomes.  Featuring expert facilitators from the University of Utah Department of Educational Psychology

Registration Fee | $95 

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JUMP START AFTERSCHOOL CONFERENCE

The 18th Annual Jump Start Afterschool Conference is a professional learning event for afterschool staff, educators, emerging leaders, and program administrators. Throughout the conference, attendees have opportunities to expand their knowledge of afterschool programming, network with others in the field, and learn new strategies to help improve outcomes for the youth they serve.

As this year marks the 18th Annual Conference, UAN is excited to celebrate in person at the Ogden Eccles Conference Center. Join us as we acknowledge the strides we have made as a community in afterschool programming over the last 18 years! With such a strong, established field of afterschool professionals and leaders, we believe Utah’s youth are in better hands than ever. The 2022 Jump Start Afterschool Conference will guide us in a reflection on how far afterschool programming has come and reimagine this progress as a launchpad for our future. Expert keynote speakers and presenters will inspire us to unite and expand our knowledge as we focus on our 18th Annual Jump Start Theme, Together Towards Tomorrow!

Early bird attendees will also have access to the live virtual multi-state Open Minds, Open Spaces virtual conference on Nov. 17th and Nov.18th. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with afterschool educators from Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, Oregon, Utah, and Wyoming. 

We value the safety of all afterschool professionals, families, and the community. We are taking every precaution to provide a safe environment at the Jump Start Conference. All participants, speakers, and exhibitors must be prepared to show documented proof of the fully-vaccinated status. Check out the FAQ's for Jump Start and learn more about our Health and Safety plan, payment and registration information. 

Registration Is Open!

2022 Pricing

Early Bird Registration | Through October 10
Single Day | $100
Two Day | $175

Late Registration | October 11 - November 2
Single Day | $125
Two Day | $200

Looking for Financial Assistance?

Apply for Professional Development and Hotel Assistance Awards! 

In partnership with the Utah Department of Workforce Services, Office of Child Care, we are providing Professional Development and Hotel Assistance Awards to help offset the cost of attending Jump Start. The application closes on September 13, 2022 and notification will be sent out via email by September 16, 2022. 

PD & Hotel Award Application

Call For Proposals | EXTENDED through Aug 16

It's our 18th Annual Jump Start Afterschool Conference, and we're going ALL OUT, as we plan to meet in person!  Join the celebration as a presenter and submit a session proposal today! Need a hotel? We've secured a limited number of rooms at discounted rates.

Call For Proposals  

Conference Prospectus | Closes Aug 31

Interested in advertising, exhibiting, or sponsoring with us? We'd love to have you! Take a look at our 2022 Conference Prospectus to learn more about the conference. This year, we have more ways than ever for organizations and partners to get involved in Jump Start!

2022 Conference Prospectus 

Hotel Group Rates and Accommodations

Coming to Jump Start this year? UAN has secured a selection of discounted rooms under a group rate at two hotels within a few blocks of the Eccles Conference Center. These rooms are available to conference attendees on a first-come, first-served basis, so be sure to snag one soon! Reservations may be made online or by calling the hotel(s) and mentioning the Utah Afterschool Network.

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Volunteer at Jump Start

An event like Jump Start has many moving pieces and we can't do it without our incredible team of volunteers. Take a look at the application for a variety of ways to get involved and see another side of the event. We promise to give you a discount for your hard work!

Volunteer Application

Recharge 2023 will be held virtually with a full day of live, virtual sessions on February 24 and recordings available through March 24. We will continue the theme of Together Towards Tomorrow as we cultivate our passion for afterschool programming and youth development. Join us for a full day of virtual workshops, keynotes, and pre-recorded sessions. Attending the Recharge workshops will give you the boost you'll need to accomplish your goals before the end of the school year. All live sessions will be recorded and made available together with the pre-recorded sessions for one month after the conclusion of the event, making it easier than ever to fit Recharge into your schedule. More details to come!