Virtual Southern Recharge 2026

Virtual Southern Recharge

Join us for Southern Recharge, the premier virtual workshop created just for afterschool professionals in Southern Utah. This dynamic event will be held live online on Friday, March 6, at 9 am!  Sessions will be live and recorded, so you can learn, connect, and recharge no matter where you are.

Live Virtual Southern Recharge is designed for programs located in Southern Utah. A full list of eligible programs will be available soon. If your program is not on the list, don’t worry! You can still register to attend Northern Recharge in person at Glendale Middle School and get access to all the Southern Recharge session recordings with your Early Bird Registration. The recordings from Southern Recharge will be accessible until April 30, 2026.

Call for Proposal | Open Nov. 3

Calling all passionate afterschool professionals! We are looking for dynamic presenters to join us for the live Virtual Southern Recharge  and share your expertise with the field. This is your chance to inspire, empower, and energize afterschool educators by leading a session on topics like behavior management, youth development, school-day alignment, community service, creative activities, leadership skills, STEM, health and wellness, program administration, family engagement, or any area that supports high-quality out-of-school time programming.

Have multiple great ideas? Submit as many proposals as you like, bring your best and boldest concepts! The Call for Proposals closes Wednesday, December 17, and selected presenters will be notified shortly after. Don’t miss this opportunity to share your voice, showcase your vision, and make a lasting impact on the afterschool community!

Professional Development Awards | Open Nov. 10

In partnership with the Utah Department of Workforce Services, Office of Child Care, the Utah Afterschool Network is pleased to offer Professional Development Assistance Awards to support afterschool professionals attending Virtual Recharge. Come back on November 10 to apply. PD Awards close on January 16, 2026.

Virtual Event Registration | Opens Nov. 10

 Early Bird Registration | Nov. 10, 2025 - Feb. 13, 2026 | $60

Late Registration | Feb. 14, 2026 - Feb. 27, 2026 | $75