Out-of-School Time Programs are a vital component of North Dakota’s educational and economic landscape. They address critical needs by providing academic enrichment, fostering workforce development skills, and ensuring safe, constructive environments during non-school hours. Investing in OST is investing directly in the future of our state.
Tailored support meets unique needs across different roles and perspectives.
Strategic program development and implementation guidance for comprehensive educational support.
Professional development and best practices to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
Research-driven insights and recommendations to shape effective afterschool policy and funding.
Tools and resources to understand and support your child’s afterschool learning journey.
Our interactive map is a directory of programs across North Dakota. Find existing opportunities, identify community gaps, and see where the OST movement is growing.
*All information is self-reported and programs can add or update their information at any time.
Our workgroups are the collaborative engine of the North Dakota Out-of-School Time Network. These groups bring together diverse stakeholders—including policy makers, school administrators, and practitioners—to directly influence policy, refine quality standards, and secure sustainable funding for OST programs across North Dakota. Contributing your expertise is the most direct way to drive measurable change in the OST landscape.
The Quality Workgroup is a collaborative initiative bringing together diverse stakeholders to strengthen North Dakota’s OST system by ensuring program excellence and building strong leadership. This group meets to focus on key areas, including assessing supports for the OST workforce, providing input on the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) Capacity Building Series, and driving the successful implementation of the ND Quality Standards for Out-of-School Time Programs.
Two Ways to Make an Immediate Impact:
Need guidance to launch an effective, high-quality Out-of-School Time or summer program? We’ll guide you through the initial steps.
Lend your voice and expertise to one of our active statewide workgroups.
