@AlabamaELA

AELA works to ensure Alabama youth, families, and communities have access to high quality programming during Out-of-School time.

alabamaexpandedlearningalliance.org
Joined October 2014
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Afterschool programs help Alabama’s young people learn, grow, and thrive beyond the school day. As we look ahead to #LightsOnAfterschool on Oct 22, thank you to Congressman @Robert_Aderholt for recognizing the impact of afterschool programs on children, families & communities.
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💙 Lights On Afterschool is October 22! @GovernorKayIvey recognizes the important role afterschool plays in supporting Alabama’s kids and families. Join us in celebrating by wearing blue and shining a light on afterschool! #LightsOnAfterschool
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We're proud to join communities all across America celebrating #LightsOnAfterschool on October 22! There are tons of ways to join the nation’s largest showcase of afterschool programs. Sign up now and you’ll receive free posters, tips, & guidance: 3to6.co/LightsOn-Signup
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Meet Cohort 1 of the #AlabamaXLLeadershipAcademy! These emerging #OST leaders from across Alabama are ready to grow, connect, and strengthen the future of out-of-school time through: ✨ Leadership development 🤝 Mentorship & networking 💡 Advocacy & systems change and more...
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AELA is excited to welcome 12 exceptional young leaders who will explore STEM, build leadership skills, connect with peers and mentors, and advocate for greater access to STEM opportunities. #STEMFlightCrew #AlabamaSTEM
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Afterschool programs: Win up to $5,000 for your program! If your program serves high school youth, don't miss the new AI Innovation Challenge from @stemnextopportunityfund and the Panasonic Foundation. Learn more and sign up: bit.ly/4i3Dchn
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Please join us in welcoming Kimberly Bell as AELA's new Alabama Flight Crew Coordinator! We're excited to have Kimberly on the AELA team and can't wait to see the impact she'll make on students across Alabama. Welcome, Kimberly!
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We're thrilled to celebrate Cherry Penn as she steps into her new role as Director of Strategic Initiatives at AELA!
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We're excited to announce that Lindsey Blevins has joined the AELA as our Director of Professional Development! We can't wait to see the impact she'll make for our network and the communities we serve.
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The Alabama XL Leadership Academy is designed for leaders in afterschool, summer learning, and out-of-school time programs. 🗓️ Apply by Aug. 21, 2026. Learn more & apply: alabamaexpandedlearningallia… #Afterschool #OST #Leadership
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Alabama Expanded Learning Alliance retweeted
Governor Kay Ivey
@GovernorKayIveyJul 7
Civic education is the missing piece our country has been searching for. Proud Alabama is leading the @FLAGSofVALOR initiative, where students learn history and honor the brave who defended it. That’s a lesson they’ll carry long after the classroom. #NationalSummerLearningWeek
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We’re proud to support National Summer Learning Week (July 6–10, 2026)—a nationwide celebration of summer learning and the programs and partners helping young people learn, grow, and thrive all summer long. Explore resources and join the movement: bit.ly/47noewP
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From podcasting to workforce training and industry certifications, the Boys & Girls Club of Ozark-Southeast Alabama is helping youth build skills, explore interests, and prepare for the future. This is the power of expanded learning opportunities. 👏 dothaneagle.com/life-enterta…
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Alabama Expanded Learning Alliance retweeted
Governor Kay Ivey
@GovernorKayIveyJun 9
Exciting news! Alabama has been selected as the national pilot state for Flags of Valor’s America 250 initiative. 🇺🇸 I enjoyed meeting with @FLAGSofVALOR founder Brian Steorts and @AlabamaELA to discuss bringing lessons in patriotism to students across our state. #alpolitics
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Congratulations to the programs selected for the Flags of Valor and AELA partnership celebrating America's 250th Birthday! We're excited to work with these outstanding out-of-school time programs. #AELA #FlagsOfValor #America250 #OutOfSchoolTime
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Order your Dolly Parton Alabama License Plate and help inspire a love of reading in children. 📚 Every plate purchased provides a child with a year of free books from your local Imagination Library! Pre-commit at mydmv.revenue.alabama.gov/ta…
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On Memorial Day, we pause in gratitude for the heroes who served our nation and never made it home.
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The data is in! See what summer program participation, demand, and barriers look like for America’s kids and families. Join @afterschool4all on May 19 at 1 p.m. ET to hear the latest #AA3PM summer findings! afterschoolalliance.org/webi…
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Congratulations to Alabama's The Athenian School and TigerWings who both were round 1 winners of the Mott Million Dollar Challenge!
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The pinwheel is a symbol of hope, resilience, and strong families. This Child Abuse Prevention Month, we recognize that prevention happens when communities come together to support children and families early. Small actions today help build brighter futures tomorrow.
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