# Event Details - **Event Name**: Learn24 Network's 2026 Out-of-School Time Conference & Showcase! - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 22 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am – Tue, 23 Jun, 2026 at 04:30 pm - **Event Description**: "Illuminate, Evaluate, Elevate" Youth Development ProfessionalsAbout this EventLearn24 Network's 2026 Out-of-School Time Conference and Showcase: "Illuminate, Evaluate Elevate."Join OST providers, youth development professionals, and community partners from across the District for two days of learning,collaboration,and innovation on June 22nd and June 23rd, 2026.CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:DYNAMIC KEYNOTE SPEAKERSYOUTH ASSESSOR CORPS PANEL DISCUSSIONConference Workshop Themes:- Grant Administration and Compliance- Program Sustainability and Effectiveness- Program Quality Assurance/Evaluating OST Programs- Funding Sustainability- Capacity Building- Positive Youth Development- Data-Driven Decision-Making- Family and Community EngagementCONFERENCE AGENDA:Day 1 (June 22, 2026 – 9:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.)9:30 am-10:00 am: Welcome, Introduction, and Opening Remarks10:00 am – 11:00 am: Chef Rush – Keynote Speaker11:15 am-12:15 pm: Workshop Block 1: (Concurrent professional development workshops)"If We Are Going to Win, Reclaiming Fatherhood Must Be a Priority""Leveraging AI Tools to Build OST Revenue & Sustainability""Advocacy - Telling Your Program Story""Recruit, Engage, and Retain: Building Strong OST Programs"12:30 pm – 1:30 pm: Lunch (Learn24 Panel – Youth Assessor Corps – Quality programming from a youth perspective)1:45pm – 2:45 pm: Workshop Block 2: (Concurrent professional development workshops)"Program Accessibility - Understanding & Meeting Your Legal Responsibilities""Belonging in the Outdoors""Healing-Centered Youth Development - Using Wellness, SEL and Youth Voice to Support Youth in OST Programs""McKinney - Vento 101: Understanding Students Experiencing Homelessness"3:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Workshop Block 3: (Concurrent professional development workshops)"Understanding the Grant and Funder Landscape in the 2026 Economy""From Voice to Action: Centering Youth Leadership to Drive Impact in OST Programs""Open Doors: Site Visits, Storytelling and Partnerships that Last"Kids are the Future: Leadership Starts NOW!"4:15 pm – 4:30 pm: ClosingDay 2 (June 23, 2026 - 9:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.)9:30 am – 9:45 am: Opening Session9:45 am – 10:30 am: Keynote Speaker10:45 am – 11:45 am: Workshop Block 4: (Concurrent professional development workshops)"What Story are We Telling? Reimanging Narratives Through Youth-Centered Practice""Telling the Right Story: Evaluation Tactics for Out-of-School Time Programs""Illuminate to Elevate: Designing High-Impact OST Programs That Drive Engagement, Accountability and Real Outcomes""Turning Data into Action: Reflections from 21st CCLC Grantees"12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Networking Lunch1:15 pm – 2:15pm: Workshop Block 5: (Concurrent professional development workshops)"From Voice to Impact: Youth-Led Podcasting for Mental Health & Engagement""Youth Choices, Youth Voices""Advancing Youth Development Reimagined: Moving Youth Along the Youth Engagement Continuum""From Data to Story: Using Evidence to Drive Improvement and Communicate Impact"OST Grantees’ Showcase2:15 PM – 3:15 PM: Opening of students’ exhibits3:15 PM – 4:15 PM: Performance/entertainment by students4:15 pm - 4:30 pm - ClosingImportant Registration Information:If you plan to attend both days, please be sure to register for each day separately. Registration for one day does not automatically register you for the other.We look forward to having you join us!FEATURED KEYNOTE SPEAKER (Day One - June 22, 2026)CHEF ANTHONY THOMASChef Anthony Danero Thomas is a celebrated culinary innovator and ambassador for healthy living whose vibrant flavors and passion for wellness have earned national recognition—including praise from The Washington Post food critics. Known for dazzling palates with his bold creations, Chef Anthony also shares his expertise by providing vegan recipes to HBCUs nationwide, inspiring the next generation of healthy eaters.Born and raised in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, Chef Anthony transformed a life-altering diagnosis of Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) in 2006 into a story of resilience. After undergoing risky brain surgery, he embraced the healing power of a wholesome diet and unshakable determination—emerging stronger and more inspired.In 2008, he launched his catering company, serving high-profile clients and major events with creativity and excellence. Since then, he has self-published 11 books, including ChefAntWow: Vol. 1 – A Collection of Recipes and Meal Prep is the New Leftovers, along with a growing collection of children’s books promoting healthy habits.Chef Anthony’s culinary journey has been featured in The Washingtonian, The Beet, VegNews, Fox 5, Oprah’s OWN, NBC News, Black Enterprise, Cuisine Noir, and TV One’s Sister Circle, among many others. His mission is clear: to promote health, wellness, and joy through food.Beyond the kitchen, Chef Anthony is committed to service—regularly distributing hot meals and clothing to those in need. At home, he treasures his role as husband and father to two daughters, ages nine and three.Chef Anthony Thomas’s story is one of resilience, creativity, and purpose. With every dish, book, and act of kindness, he inspires others to embrace a healthier lifestyle and discover the transformative power of food—one delicious bite at a time. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/982f9f10-6dd7-11f1-980e-39e44e9692a8-rimg-w579-h740-dc1a2b32-gmir.jpg FEATURED YOUTH KEYNOTE SPEAKER (Day Two - June 23, 2026)Issa Ouarid!Issa Ouarid is a 2026 graduate of Calvin Coolidge HS who has been a part of the Life Pieces To Masterpieces program since he was three years old. He currently serves after school and in the summer as a Junior Mentor in LPTM’s middle-school classrooms. He is a passionate advocate for his community, currently serving as a Student Representative on the D.C. State Board of Education, and previously serving with the Afterschool Alliance as a national afterschool youth ambassador. He has organized youth town halls and spoken to audiences ranging from the U.S. Department of Education to the National Academies, about the importance of OST programming in young people’s lives.Outside of his afterschool advocacy, Issa is known for his creativity, leadership, and love of trains. After learning about trains in Life Pieces when he was a member of the “Tree House” classroom nearly fifteen years ago, he began to nurture what has become a lifelong passion for railfanning. Issa uses photography, videography and narrative to capture motion and tell stories through his lens, hoping to build a community of people who love and support public transit. He also creates music as L3wis Ali, using his artistry to express personal experiences and growth. This fall, he will be attending his new school in New York City, where he plans to study political science. Thoughtful, multifaceted, and always evolving, Issa is stepping into his next chapter with vision and purpose. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/98681430-6dd7-11f1-980e-39e44e9692a8-rimg-w522-h740-dcefeef4-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/learn24-networks-2026-out-of-school-time-conference-and-showcase/100001986990808998 - **Event Categories**: workshops, food-drinks, business, conferences, health-wellness, it, meetups, kids, mental-health, storytelling, science-fair - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes - Location: District of Columbia Human Resources Center for Learning and Development - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Washington - **state**: DC - **country**: United States - **location**: District of Columbia Human Resources Center for Learning and Development - **lat**: 38.8780504 - **long**: -77.0078492 - **full address**: District of Columbia Human Resources Center for Learning and Development, 1015 Half Street Southeast, Washington, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Learn24 Network's 2026 Out-of-School Time Conference & Showcase! - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/3b7d5645c93c24c2f4110d335a9f954d04c9d08f2af8170cf91f8070a5de2f98-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1776164076 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Learn24 Network's 2026 Out-of-School Time Conference & Showcase! being held? - **A:** Learn24 Network's 2026 Out-of-School Time Conference & Showcase! takes place on Mon, 22 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am to Tue, 23 Jun, 2026 at 04:30 pm at District of Columbia Human Resources Center for Learning and Development, 1015 Half Street Southeast, Washington, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Learn24 Network's 2026 Out-of-School Time Conference & Showcase!? - **A:** Learn24 Network's 2026 Out-of-School Time Conference & Showcase! is organized by Learn24. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Learn24 Network's 2026 Out-of-School Time Conference & Showcase! is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Washington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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