Implementing The Walking Classroom in an afterschool or other out-of-school time setting is a little different than rolling the program out in a classroom setting! Read on for some strategies (and a few extra tips!) we’ve… Read More
Out-of-School Time Ideas: Introduce Innovators!
Feeling the midyear slump, and seeking some creative ideas to engage your out-of-school time crew? January is International Creativity month, and there’s no better time to introduce innovators. Armed with an array of podcasts focusing on… Read More
Out-of-School Time Ideas: America’s Past-time or Past Times!
Looking for engaging activities for out-of-school time? Pick an appealing podcast (or two) to keep your kids on the move (and learning too!). After all, just because the school year is done doesn’t mean something educational… Read More
Fun Choice Friday: Start Summer off Right!
With summer starting, for out-of-school time adopters, the fun has just begun! These folks, active in camps and other summer programs, continue to walk on — listening and learning loads along the way. How can out-of-school… Read More
Out-of-School Time Ideas: Mixing in More Movement
Even as the summer doldrums set in, it’s important to keep moving! After all, exercise is good for the body, mood, and mind. So once you’ve walked, listened, and learned, keep your crew active by mixing… Read More
Out-of-School Time Ideas: Heroes in Fact and Fiction
Who doesn’t love a hero? Start off by capturing your crew’s attention with a podcast or two focusing on fictional heroes. Then make the jump from those fictional folks to heroic historical figures and keep your… Read More
TWC Implemented at Afterschool Sites!
Family Services has implemented The Walking Classroom at both of our afterschool sites. It is used at Clinton Elementary School and Krieger Elementary School, located in the City of Poughkeepsie School District. Our program serves youth… Read More
Out-of-School Time Ideas: Celebrate Creativity!
Feeling the midyear slump, and seeking some creative ideas to engage your out-of-school time crew? January is International Creativity month, and there’s no better time to focus on some creative pursuits. Armed with an array of… Read More
Out-of-School Time Ideas: Try America’s Past-time or Just Past Time!
Looking for engaging activities for out-of-school time? Pick an appealing podcast (or two) to keep your kids on the move (and learning too!). After all, just because the school day is done doesn’t mean something educational… Read More
Fun Choice Friday: Get Set to Stroll!
Summer may have passed its midway point, but that doesn’t mean the fun is over! Out-of-school time adopters continue to walk on, listening and learning along the way. What can you do to keep the excitement… Read More