The Detroit Regional Chamber’s annual Mackinac Policy Conference.
Chris Holman speaks with Erin-Skene Pratt, Executive Director, Michigan Afterschool Partnership, from Media Row, at the Grand Hotel, while at the 2024 Mackinac Policy Conference.
Watch Erin and Chris discuss her organization, recent activity and what they are experiencing in 2024, along with what she expected out of the #MPC24, – click play on the YouTube video below.
With over 750,000 youth in Michigan waiting for openings in afterschool programs, Erin Skene-Pratt, executive director at the Michigan Afterschool Partnership, discusses “After School: Good for Kids. Good for Business” 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
After School: Good for Kids. Good for Business.
As Michigan’s educators work to bridge the pandemic-related learning loss experienced by children and teens across the state, many working families are also struggling with child care needs keeping them from participating in the workforce. This discussion will address how the expansion and enhancement of quality after-school programs can be part of the solution and what more can be done to increase the number of young people, families, and employers benefiting from quality after-school programs.
Panelists: King Bethel, Student and Youth Voice, Jalen Rose Leadership Academy
Kimberly Johnson, President and Chief Executive Officer, Developing K.I.D.S.
Michelle Richard, Acting Director, Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP)
Ridgway White, President and Chief Executive Officer, CS Mott Foundation
Moderator: Dave Egner, President and Chief Executive Officer, Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation
Host: Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation
Location: Brighton Pavilion
Michigan Afterschool Partnership: We build connections.
For many Michigan children, there’s an essential bridge between the classroom and home. Essential learning is occurring before and after school-and during the summer months-thanks to trusted, effective Out-of-School-Time (OST) programs.
In programs across the state, talented adults are helping boost knowledge and skills among our youth.
The Michigan Afterschool Partnership champions statewide access to quality and equitable Out-of-School Time programs to ensure that all children and youth succeed.
Ready to make a difference? Get involved today!
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