Ignite Afterschool

A statewide network dedicated to ensuring all MN Youth have access to high-quality afterschool and summer learning opportunities #AfterschoolSuccess

[Ignite Afterschool @IgniteMN]

💡Lights On Afterschool 2026 | Staff interviews & highlights from Jerry Gamble Boys & Girls Club, celebrating the people and programs that make a difference in young people’s lives.

Learn more & get involved: https://t.co/Dxeqp9zm66

#LightsOnAfterschool #LightbulbChallenge

[Afterschool Alliance @afterschool4all]

Rural parents want STEM opportunities for their kids, but the programs aren't always accessible.

STEM learning in afterschool programs has grown dramatically over the past decade, but rural communities still lag behind.

Read our report’s key takeaways: https://t.co/bkPuZDZ2Zg

[Ignite Afterschool @IgniteMN]

💡 Big ideas start with real-world problems!
There’s still time for youth to turn their ideas into solutions through the AI Innovation Challenge.

📅Due Nov 19th. Don’t miss the opportunity!
🔗Get started: https://t.co/Yj3AO2cpGN

#AIInnovationChallenge #STEMNext #Afterschool

[Ignite Afterschool @IgniteMN]

The 2026 Community in Nature Prize Challenge still open!

🏆 Win prizes of up to $5,000!
📅Due Dec 10th, 2026.
Gather a team of at least 10 youth and get started!
🔗 Learn more & sign up: https://t.co/W2Qb3QSQV5

#CommunityInNatureChallenge #STEMNext #Afterschool #STEMCareers

[Ignite Afterschool @IgniteMN]

🚀Join the 2027 STEM Next Flight Crew!
Applications close Tomorrow Oct 29th.
Know a teen ages 13–18 with experience in afterschool or summer STEM?

✈️Encourage a young STEM leader to apply today!
🔗 https://t.co/4I2f0nX0v5

#STEMNext #Afterschool #STEMEducation #YouthLeadership

[Ignite Afterschool @IgniteMN]

Registration is Open for M3 Huddles 2027!
Join a facilitated workshop where program teams use data to plan meaningful improvements for afterschool and summer learning.

Turn your Data into action!
Learn more & Register now at https://t.co/mmbSv8QAo2

#M3Huddle #IgniteAfterschool

[Ignite Afterschool @IgniteMN]

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These young stars at Jerry Gamble Boys & Girls Club joined the #LightbulbChallenge

Let’s keep the light shining for our youth and the programs that help them thrive!

#LightsOnAfterschool #LightbulbChallenge #AfterschoolPrograms #EveryStudentShines

[Ignite Afterschool @IgniteMN]

💡 Yesterday, our team visited Jerry Gamble Boys & Girls Club to celebrate #LightsOnAfterschool! 💛
Let’s continue shining the lights on the power of Afterschool programs and the difference they make in the lives of young people and families.
#LightsOnAfterschool

[Ignite Afterschool @IgniteMN]

TODAY IS THE DAY: Lights On Afterschool is here!

3 ways you can celebrate:
1.💡 Take the #LightbulbChallenge
2. 🎨 Get creative with lightbulb artwork
3. 📍 Find and attend a local Lights On Afterschool event

💛Join the movement! 🔗 https://t.co/FP7Kb2XZ9z

#LightsOnAfterschool

[Delaware Afterschool Network @DelawareASN]

Calling all afterschool programs serving high schoolers! The AI Innovation Challenge (STEM Next and Panasonic Foundation) invites youth in afterschool and out-of-school programs to tackle real-world problems. Compete for up to $5,000. LEARN MORE: https://t.co/cNNWxsTgEE

[Ignite Afterschool @IgniteMN]

💡HAPPENING TOMORROW!💡
LOA is This Thursday October 22, 2026!

3 ways you can celebrate:
💡 Take the #LightbulbChallenge
🎨 Get creative with lightbulb artwork
📍 Find & attend a local LOA event
💛Join the movement!
🔗 https://t.co/FP7Kb2Xrk1

#LightsOnAfterschool

[Ignite Afterschool @IgniteMN]

#LightsOnAfterschool Challenge!💡
Our staff take on the #LightBulbChallenge & now we’re challenging YOU!
📸Turn on your Poses, snap a pic & share how you’re lighting the way for youth.

More info & Join the movement
https://t.co/FP7Kb2XZ9z

#LightBulbChallenge #IgniteAfterschool

[Ignite Afterschool @IgniteMN]

Registration is still open for Presenter & Vendor!

Interested in presenting a workshop or hosting a resource table/vendor space? There are still spots available.
Reserve your Spot Today: https://t.co/THEpjW5Buv

#YouthWork #YouthWorkers #CommunityConnection #NonprofitEvents

[Ignite Afterschool @IgniteMN]

💡3 DAYS AWAY!💡
Lights On Afterschool is This Week Oct 22, 2026!
3 ways you can celebrate:
💡 Take the #LightbulbChallenge
🎨 Get creative with lightbulb artwork
📍 Find and attend a local LoA event

💛Join the movement!
🔗 https://t.co/FP7Kb2XZ9z

#LightsOnAfterschool #LOA2026

[Ignite Afterschool @IgniteMN]

Young people deserve opportunities to connect, build skills, find mentors, and thrive in real life. Join the Fund IRL Minnesota Coalition to help ensure youth well-being remains a priority.

Sign up & Join the Coalition: https://t.co/zoiaiieh9x

#FundIRLMN #AfterschoolMatters #MN

[Ignite Afterschool @IgniteMN]

💡 1 WEEK AWAY! 💡
Join communities nationwide for the Annual Lights On Afterschool celebration!

3 ways to celebrate:
💡 Take the #LightbulbChallenge
🎨 Get creative with lightbulbs
📍 Find a local Lights On Afterschool event
https://t.co/FP7Kb2XZ9z

#LightsOnAfterschool

[Ignite Afterschool @IgniteMN]

Young people deserve opportunities to thrive both online and offline. Ignite Afterschool is proud to share this effort to help ensure Minnesota invests in youth well-being.

Learn more and sign the petition:
🔗 https://t.co/3tusNdsOy5

#FundIRL #Afterschool #MinnesotaYouth

[Afterschool Alliance @afterschool4all]

Meta has agreed to pay $17.1 billion to settle claims about the mental health harms of social media use—and the settlement names afterschool programs as a recommended use of the funds. We've compiled resources to help advocates seize this opportunity: https://t.co/IDvU1d0jSi

[Ignite Afterschool @IgniteMN]

Know a teen passionate about STEM and ready to inspire others?

📣 Help spread the word to teens, families, educators, and community partners!
📅 Applications open through Oct 29, 2026.
🔗 Learn more and apply: https://t.co/YuGEUXfUxy

#STEMNext #FlightCrew

[Ignite Afterschool @IgniteMN]

The 2026 Community in Nature Prize Challenge is open!
Participating programs can win:
• Three 1st-place: $5,000
• Three 2nd-place: $3,000
• Six 3rd-place: $1,000

Due Dec 10th, 2026.
Learn more and sign up: https://t.co/W2Qb3QSQV5

#CommunityInNatureChallenge #STEMNext