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Tuesday, October 7
 

10:00am EDT

Inclusive Practices
FILLING
Tuesday October 7, 2025 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
344 Broadway
Limited Capacity filling up
Intermediate Level Equity & Access

NOTE:
Must watch Intro to Inclusive Practices video  prior to in person training
Must sign up for BOTH dates, Oct 7th, Nov 6th

Sign ups close October 1st

Inclusive Practices 
Facilitated by Zach Solomons & Demi Atkins
This training will introduce participants to the concept of inclusion and explore ways to support students with identified needs or disabilities in Out of School Time settings. Participants will learn how to cultivate and sustain an inclusive mindset, while gaining practical strategies to integrate into their programs.


Speakers
avatar for Zachary Solomons

Zachary Solomons

Manager of Inclusion Services, City of Cambridge
Zach Solomons is the Manager of Inclusion Services at the Department of Human Service Programs in Cambridge, where he leads the Inclusion Initiative. This program is dedicated to ensuring students with identified needs or disabilities receive the supports and accommodations necessary... Read More →
avatar for Demi Akins

Demi Akins

Inclusion Specialist, City of Cambridge
Demi Akins is an Inclusion Specialist at the Department of Human Service Programs in Cambridge. Demi is a Cambridge Native who holds years of experience working with students in both clinical and educational settings. Demi strongly values the importance of Out of School Time programs... Read More →
Tuesday October 7, 2025 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
344 Broadway 344 BroadwayCambridge, MA 02139
  Equity & Access, Intermediate
 
Friday, March 6
 

10:00am EST

OST Supervisory 2
FILLING
Friday March 6, 2026 10:00am - 1:00pm EST
344 Broadway
Limited Capacity filling up
This series is designed for:
Teams of Program Leaders: Program Directors, Directors, Managers & Executive Directors
Program Leaders who have already completed OST Supervisory in Fall 2024, Fall 2025, or Spring 2025
Program Leaders who can commit to all four sessions

Designed as a continuation of OST Supervisory, OST Supervisory 2 shifts the focus from individual skills to program-wide systems.

This four-part series supports OST Supervisors in developing program practices and procedures informed by their organization’s handbooks & policies, as well as mentoring practices that reinforce expectations, support staff growth, and strengthen team culture.

Breakfast and coffee available at 9:30
Speakers
avatar for Melinda Barbosa

Melinda Barbosa

Facilitator, QIS Coach, AFCOST
Melinda Barbosa is a facilitator, trainer, and leadership coach who helps mission-driven organizations and individuals harness the power of storytelling for healing and social change. Rooted in the values of community, structure, and mutual care from her Cape Verdean immigrant upbringing, she centers... Read More →
Friday March 6, 2026 10:00am - 1:00pm EST
344 Broadway 344 BroadwayCambridge, MA 02139
  Leadership and Management, Intermediate
 
Friday, March 13
 

10:00am EDT

OST Supervisory 2
FILLING
Friday March 13, 2026 10:00am - 1:00pm EDT
344 Broadway
Limited Capacity filling up
This series is designed for:
Teams of Program Leaders: Program Directors, Directors, Managers & Executive Directors
Program Leaders who have already completed OST Supervisory in Fall 2024, Fall 2025, or Spring 2025
Program Leaders who can commit to all four sessions

Designed as a continuation of OST Supervisory, OST Supervisory 2 shifts the focus from individual skills to program-wide systems.
This four-part series supports OST Supervisors in developing program practices and procedures informed by their organization’s handbooks & policies, as well as mentoring practices that reinforce expectations, support staff growth, and strengthen team culture.

Breakfast and coffee available at 9:30
Speakers
avatar for Melinda Barbosa

Melinda Barbosa

Facilitator, QIS Coach, AFCOST
Melinda Barbosa is a facilitator, trainer, and leadership coach who helps mission-driven organizations and individuals harness the power of storytelling for healing and social change. Rooted in the values of community, structure, and mutual care from her Cape Verdean immigrant upbringing, she centers... Read More →
Friday March 13, 2026 10:00am - 1:00pm EDT
344 Broadway 344 BroadwayCambridge, MA 02139
  Leadership and Management, Intermediate
 
Tuesday, March 31
 

10:00am EDT

Equitable Family Engagement Practices
LIMITED
Tuesday March 31, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
344 Broadway
Limited Capacity seats available
Must commit to all sessions March 31, April 7th


Speakers
avatar for Debbie Bonilla

Debbie Bonilla

Co Founder at Canopy Equity Coaching; Family Engagement Specialist at Cambridge Public Schools; Co Founder at Equity Roadmap; Founder at The Spot Cambridge, Cambridge Public Schools
Debbie is a proud Puerto Rican woman and single mother to three Black American and Puerto Rican children. Debbie was born and lives in Cambridge and has lived there most of her life. Currently, she is the Family Engagement Specialist for the Cambridge Public Schools and formerly served... Read More →
Tuesday March 31, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
344 Broadway 344 BroadwayCambridge, MA 02139
  Family Engagement, Introductory
 
Thursday, April 2
 

10:00am EDT

OST Supervisory 2
FILLING
Thursday April 2, 2026 10:00am - 1:00pm EDT
344 Broadway
Limited Capacity filling up
This series is designed for:
Teams of Program Leaders: Program Directors, Directors, Managers & Executive Directors
Program Leaders who have already completed OST Supervisory in Fall 2024, Fall 2025, or Spring 2025
Program Leaders who can commit to all four sessions

Designed as a continuation of OST Supervisory, OST Supervisory 2 shifts the focus from individual skills to program-wide systems.
This four-part series supports OST Supervisors in developing program practices and procedures informed by their organization’s handbooks & policies, as well as mentoring practices that reinforce expectations, support staff growth, and strengthen team culture.

Breakfast and coffee available at 9:30
Speakers
avatar for Melinda Barbosa

Melinda Barbosa

Facilitator, QIS Coach, AFCOST
Melinda Barbosa is a facilitator, trainer, and leadership coach who helps mission-driven organizations and individuals harness the power of storytelling for healing and social change. Rooted in the values of community, structure, and mutual care from her Cape Verdean immigrant upbringing, she centers... Read More →
Thursday April 2, 2026 10:00am - 1:00pm EDT
344 Broadway 344 BroadwayCambridge, MA 02139
  Leadership and Management, Intermediate
 
Friday, April 10
 

10:00am EDT

Elementary High-Needs Students & the Continuum of Academic Care: What is the Impact of Out of School Programs?
LIMITED
Friday April 10, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
344 Broadway
Limited Capacity seats available
This training is being presented as part of a Capstone Project for Bay Path University. By the end of this three-part professional development series, participants will be able to:





  • Recognize differences in typical and neurodivergent development that affect students’ participation, attention, and behavior in out of school program routines.

  • Identify how out of school program environments, expectations, and routines can either support or limit student engagement and regulation across the academic day.

  • Reflect on and discuss the interaction between the student, the environment, and daily routines when supporting neurodivergent learners in out-of-school programs.
  • Use practical strategies and accommodations to support participation, regulation, and access for neurodivergent students within out of school settings.


    Participants are expected to commit to all sessions.
  • 4/10
  • 4/17
  • 5/1

Speakers
avatar for Fay Burgess Backert

Fay Burgess Backert

Occupational Therapist, King Open School
Dr. Burgess-backert evaluates the interaction between work and health. Occupational medicine physicians have general knowledge of worksite operations and are familiar with the toxic properties of materials used by employees and the potential hazards and stressors of work processes... Read More →
Friday April 10, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
344 Broadway 344 BroadwayCambridge, MA 02139
  Equity & Access, Intermediate
 
Tuesday, April 14
 

10:00am EDT

Youth Work Foundations: Learn it: Lead it
LIMITED
Tuesday April 14, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
344 Broadway
Limited Capacity seats available
Youth Work Foundations: Learn it: Lead it
Intermediate Youth Development
A train the trainer series inspired by ACT for Youth resources
Join us for a four part training series designed to deepen your youth development practice and build the skills to facilitate staff learning.

This Train-the-Trainer Series is Designed for OST Professionals Who:
Commit to all four sessions;
  • See Youth Work as a profession and want to continue strengthening their practice over time

  • Support the onboarding, mentoring, or professional development of staff
  • Are interested in building the skills to facilitate learning with their peers and teams
  • Team Leaders and Program Directors who want to deepen their understanding of youth development frameworks and how they show up in daily practice

Speakers
avatar for ​Minh Nguyen

​Minh Nguyen

Facilitator, Agenda for Children OST
Minh  has been a trainer/facilitator with the Agenda for Children since 2018.  Minh is a creative educator, youth worker, facilitator, consultant, coach, nerd and curious lifelong learner, and observer of people and the world. Minh has more than 13 years of experience in after-school... Read More →
Tuesday April 14, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
344 Broadway 344 BroadwayCambridge, MA 02139
  Youth Development, Introductory
 
Friday, April 17
 

10:00am EDT

Elementary High-Needs Students & the Continuum of Academic Care: What is the Impact of Out of School Programs?
LIMITED
Friday April 17, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
344 Broadway
Limited Capacity seats available
This training is being presented as part of a Capstone Project for Bay Path University. By the end of this three-part professional development series, participants will be able to:
  • Recognize differences in typical and neurodivergent development that affect students’ participation, attention, and behavior in out of school program routines.

  • Identify how out of school program environments, expectations, and routines can either support or limit student engagement and regulation across the academic day.

  • Reflect on and discuss the interaction between the student, the environment, and daily routines when supporting neurodivergent learners in out-of-school programs.
  • Use practical strategies and accommodations to support participation, regulation, and access for neurodivergent students within out of school settings.


    Participants are expected to commit to all sessions.
  • 4/10
  • 4/17
  • 5/1

Speakers
avatar for Fay Burgess Backert

Fay Burgess Backert

Occupational Therapist, King Open School
Dr. Burgess-backert evaluates the interaction between work and health. Occupational medicine physicians have general knowledge of worksite operations and are familiar with the toxic properties of materials used by employees and the potential hazards and stressors of work processes... Read More →
Friday April 17, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
344 Broadway 344 BroadwayCambridge, MA 02139
  Equity & Access, Intermediate
 
Tuesday, April 28
 

10:00am EDT

Youth Work Foundations: Learn it: Lead it
LIMITED
Tuesday April 28, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
344 Broadway
Limited Capacity seats available
Youth Work Foundations: Learn it: Lead it
Intermediate Youth Development
A train the trainer series inspired by ACT for Youth resources
Join us for a four part training series designed to deepen your youth development practice and build the skills to facilitate staff learning.

This Train-the-Trainer Series is Designed for OST Professionals Who:
Commit to all four sessions;
  • See Youth Work as a profession and want to continue strengthening their practice over time

  • Support the onboarding, mentoring, or professional development of staff
  • Are interested in building the skills to facilitate learning with their peers and teams
  • Team Leaders and Program Directors who want to deepen their understanding of youth development frameworks and how they show up in daily practice

Speakers
avatar for ​Minh Nguyen

​Minh Nguyen

Facilitator, Agenda for Children OST
Minh  has been a trainer/facilitator with the Agenda for Children since 2018.  Minh is a creative educator, youth worker, facilitator, consultant, coach, nerd and curious lifelong learner, and observer of people and the world. Minh has more than 13 years of experience in after-school... Read More →
Tuesday April 28, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
344 Broadway 344 BroadwayCambridge, MA 02139
  Youth Development, Introductory
 

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