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06/01/2026
Coming this July: Earn Your Indiana OST Literacy Credential Online 📚🖥️
The Indiana Afterschool Network kicked off the Indiana OST Literacy Credential at this year's Summit on Out-of-School Learning, where more than 160 individuals started their credential journey.
Beginning in mid-July, OST professionals across Indiana will be able to earn their credential online through the Indiana Out-of-School Academy. Participants can choose from different pathways based on their goals and may be eligible to earn a stipend of $350–$600 upon completion.
🔗 Complete the interest form to receive updates and be among the first to know when enrollment opens: indianaafterschool.org/literacy-playbook-credential/
The Indiana Afterschool Network is honored to recognize Senator Stacey Donato as the 2026 recipient of the Guardian of Out-of-School Time Award. Selected by IAN’s Public Policy Committee, this award recognizes a state legislator who demonstrates strong leadership in advancing out-of-school time policy in Indiana.
Senator Donato was recognized for her sponsorship and support of HEA 1018, which modernizes Indiana’s School Age Child Care grant by increasing flexibility around transportation needs and helping expand access to high-quality out-of-school time programs across the state.
The award was presented at the Cass County Family Y in District 18 – a full-circle moment as Senator Donato previously worked there earlier in her career.
Thank you, Senator Donato, for your continued leadership and commitment to Indiana’s youth and families.
05/20/2026
This month, out-of-school time providers from Region 2 gathered at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Elkhart County to celebrate Thank A Youth Worker Day and spend intentional time focusing on self-care, connection, and community. 💙
One important reminder we shared together: We can’t pour from an empty cup. Youth workers give so much of themselves every day, and making space for wellness and support matters.
Region 2 continues to show what a strong OST community looks like – collaborative, passionate, and deeply committed to young people. These organizations are doing incredible work and are always looking for volunteers, partners, and community support to help continue their impact. ⭐
A huge shoutout to the organizations that joined us:
✨ E3 Robotics Center
✨ School Care Team
✨ Boys & Girls Clubs of Elkhart County
✨ South Bend Code School
✨ Purdue Extension Elkhart County
✨ Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northern Indiana Corridor
✨ La Casa de Amistad
✨ Oaklawn Psychiatric Center
✨ Tolson Center ∙ Centro Tolson
✨ Ball State University
Thank you to everyone who continues to show up for youth, families, and one another.
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