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Lights on Afterschool 2012
Lights On Afterschool is...
A national day of recognition celebrating the importance of afterschool programming. Afterschool keeps kids safe, helps working families, and inspires learning. In light of these tough economic times, it is critical that we raise our voices to make a case for afterschool! We hope that you can join us in this opportunity to build a united front of advocates for the importance of afterschool!
For more information about Lights On Afterschool from the Afterschool Alliance, click here.
Lights On Afterschool Facebook Photo Contest 2012
Help celebrate Lights On Afterschool, the nation's rally for the afterschool programs that keep our kids safe, inspire them to learn and help working families and you could win up to $2,000! Send a photo showing how you are shining a light on the importance of afterschool programs for Lights On Afterschool between October 18-31, 2012. The photos with the most votes will win one of three $1,000 prizes or one $2,000 top prize to support the afterschool program of the entrants' choice. The photo contest will be hosted on the Bright House Networks Facebook page and administered by the Afterschool Alliance.
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Out-of-school time supporters are invited to join us in celebrating....
Heinz History Center
Thursday, October 18, 2012
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Please click here for the flyer.
Join over 200 Youth From Across the Pittsburgh Region in Celebrating Out-of-School Time Learning!
- Students will complete a Scavenger Hunt as they explore the Heinz History Center's many exhibits.
- Students can explore the Fun Fair featuring a number of interactive and engaging activities provided by some of Pittsburgh's expert out of school learning providers. If your organization is interested in being a provider of a fun activity, click here to complete the Fun Fair Informational Form.
- Participants will have the opportunity to participate in the "Why I Love Afterschool" Video Blog! Providers- please bring media release forms for youth!
- Participate in Pittsburgh's Lights On Lip Dub Music Video!
As part of the celebration, we will produce a Lip Dub to Nas's "I Can". A lip dub is when a group makes up actions and lip syncs to create their own video version of a song. "I Can" talks about the ability we all have to be what we want to be and the impact of choices. You can see the lyrics and hear the song at: http://www.lyrics007.com/Nas%20Lyrics/I%20Can%20Lyrics.html We invite students, staff, parents etc. to come up with creative ways to lip sync to the song - all of which will be videotaped during an on stage performance at the event!
Please contact Wendy Etheridge Smith at wetheridgesmith@higherachievement.org or 412-478-6505 to sign up!
1. Send Wendy an email with the name of the organization, the number of people involved and their ages, and a short description of what you might do.
2. You will receive a piece of the song that your group is responsible for performing at the lights on event.
3. Be creative and practice, practice, practice! We ask that you connect your performance to afterschool.
4. Come to the event on Oct. 18th no later than 5:00 PM and be ready to perform on stage!. This performance will be videotaped!
- Do you have a STUDENT LEADER that would like to participate in the Lights-On Rally? Please contact Aimee LeFevers at alefevers@uwac.org and indicate on the online registration form. We will contact you directly with more information. We are looking for 5-6 young people to share some inspiring words on afterschool with the crowd!
Providers, Sign Up Your Youth Today!
The cost of the event is $3.00 per youth - dinner is provided! The organization bringing youth will be invoiced for the total number of participants following the event. We ask that large groups chaperone youth appropriately. Groups must provide their own transportation to and from the event.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Important Things to Know Before You Arrive!
1. Buses will be directed to the Liberty Ave. entrance. An APOST Committee member will board the bus to provide you with further directions and event information.
2. The event is on the top floor of the History Center. Upon arrival into the Center, you will be greeted and instructed to take the students up the elevator to be checked in. Your organization will be invoiced for $3.00 per attendee after the event. No need to bring payment/cash with you.
APOST is so grateful to have the support of Giant Eagle for the Lights On Afterschool 2012 event! Thank you to Giant Eagle for providing healthy beverages and snacks for our afterschool children and youth!
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