NM Out-of-School Time Network

At Out of School Time Advocacy Day earlier this week, the Attorney General joined us to share about his experiences in Out of School Time programs, advocate for expanding OST, and discuss how OST programming is helping youth socialize and keep screen time down! We are grateful that the Attorney General is standing with youth both in the Roundhouse and in the courtroom. #OSTAdvocacyDay #OSTAdvocacyDay2026 #NMOSTAdvocacyDay2026

Did you know? The National Summer & Out-of-School Time Pitch Contest is now open and your students have the chance to compete nationally, win prizes, and build real entrepreneurial skills this summer. Open to K–12 students, this contest allows participants to compete individually or as a team by identifying a problem, developing a solution, and pitching it in a 30–90 second video. Winners will be selected in each grade band (K-4, 5-8, 9-12), and students have three different chances to take home a prize: 12 Grand Prize Winners: $250 gift card per team 60 Finalists: $60 gift card per team 150 Semi-Finalists: Pitch Challenge Champion Keychain Learn more: /ls/click?upn=u001.w-2BGzxrK9XxZpMiuXQnCg3Nc-2BPVGnyTBAA2MlmHT7ibuv35wvDKZ2XZDvyIemAncTopQO9GMTZ-2B1oCmZvRkrbn8ChhQFgyAU3j3VoKQduNQ9L8r-2BcpkfUgm0fG8T2BmZKGpl67IY4k4jIeqlHYhZjykITWGD0Ia6JdpjrLu5Y-2F7ndBeTS1KaO-2Fcn3Qhi4lO-2Fr6rbuikk330sjc7RQ1FslazJZeX4MheZiX-2Bv89QWy-2FUXDE3cckoaJl6qmQl-2FJFVVTddiECi12a4ab9Mh31f2JGDtQHztxgiEnAtyKdPDYeuyA3b7DInDnxp1K5M4Jd0CE0xIEmIhmK4Qr8afhswdkSPbxwTRogfFCgLtTJdLIqJM-3DtuF0_Fsw8jAuvRlQoojWiYY6WxMyr-2FVvaPV4I5coGIJoPrjnoKLOWwQLXMvYUg4vTZBtJYALybnnhVc6eq1wh3llDtKhcc-2BdTsTBBiTu2498e8mqSBLN9Wuderel4Pj0pfAT9pZgMStWJ0B2-2Fg-2F5-2FvAPEhXDjP7zy0lIoR2ohtrjIZuDlR2Ss18Wp-2Bs-2FWwdRL6ztpTCDgUTxMTB0H1BcftfC-2FG8KXuyOuupKyfqIeov9yu7b2Yr7me4T2qqeAnRhUCldLnHX9zXUqBw9mUspWx9Jc15BO30U903OGvJlZFf-2BJAi6NmLbbbm7OyXHnm-2BtgkdYtqJ3U-2FEXu7iRe2T9L2oNo2z-2FGaiOluTCBxa9bsJ0X0s9wSQd10CE3LDQxv6UVwL1nfzzWsI-2BligkLS0ZHcnIfF62xDHAnfsR2ody2QReidyiqXZfigC-2F5NUPQ7LwcyUv5-2B0oKrGniVz27Ws60LdaLvQ-3D-3D Sign your program by June 15! Pitches must be submitted by July 31!

Don't miss our monthly STEM Newsletter, the Resource & Funding Spotlight, and other updates in OST by subscribing to NMOST's newsletter list! Here are some excerpts from our last 2 newsletters. Subscribe at /subscribe/ #Newsletter #STEM #Resources #FundingOpportunities #Curricula #NMOST #OSTinNM #Subscribe

Don't miss these 2 exciting Lunch & Learn workshops: Register for 2 Upcoming Lunch & Learn Workshops 1) Tuesday, May 19 at 11:30 AM New Mexico Guiding Principles for Quality Out-of-School Time Programs Presented by Amanda Lujan, Capacity Building Director Join NMOST as we relaunch the Guiding Principles for Quality Out-of-School Time Programs in New Mexico, a flexible set of quality guidelines designed to support practices that lead to positive outcomes for youth. Learn about the structure and content of the 9 Guiding Principles, the new Self-Assessment tool, and the Action Plan, and how these tools can be used to support continuous quality improvement in your organization. Register Now: https://lnkd.in/dzJgY88A 2) Tuesday, June 2 at 11:30 AM Get in the Game: Telling Your Unique Story to Stand Out and Win Funds Programs Presented by Laurel Meister Schmuck, The Grant Plant, Inc. In this imaginative, gamified session, participants will work side-by-side to explore fundraising strategies to grow out-of-school time programs, via brainstorming and storytelling activities, small group discussions, and a Shark Tank-style pitch competition using cards to represent different funder profiles. Register Now: https://lnkd.in/dHKiu4Cd

Mizzen Education and Learn Fresh have just launched an MLS STEM Activity Bundle! Inside the collection, you’ll find: ⚽ 8 ready-to-use lessons for grades 3–8 ⚽ Math concepts, like mean/median/mode, brought to life through gameplay ⚽ Built-in opportunities for collaboration, strategy, and teamwork ⚽ Social-emotional learning through sportsmanship and reflection ⚽ Everything you need to facilitate with confidence, with step-by-step plans ⚽ Plus, you’ll find the link to order your free gameboards from Learn Fresh Explore the collection: /track/click?u=b9d63701a8406d5e130170f8f&id=5b2f8742ef&e=7091ff5b2f As you gear up for summer programming, use the excitement of soccer and the energy of the World Cup to create high-impact STEM experiences that youth won’t want to miss. Join Learn Fresh + Mizzen Education for a free live huddle on May 28 at 12 pm PT/3 pm ET. You’ll learn how to: • Use sports to boost youth engagement and attendance • Launch ready-to-use STEM programming with minimal prep • Support staff with simple facilitation tools and implementation strategies • How to navigate and best use the Mizzen platform and Learn Fresh activities • Scale consistency across sites using Mizzen for Teams Plus: You’ll be entered to win a set of soccer balls for your youth program! /track/click?u=b9d63701a8406d5e130170f8f&id=96ab9d5129&e=7091ff5b2f @mizzeneducation

This week on the NMOST Events Calendar, don't miss these events: 1) Tuesday, May 12 @ 10 am MT: Reaction to Response Workshop from The Flourish Lab Register: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/Bojm2pa8Smq5o41um3D8hw 2) Tuesday, May 12 @ 2 pm MT: YEI Educator Power Hour: Fun with Entrepreneurial Kids in Activities from the Young Entrepreneur Institute Register: /may-12-2026-power-hour-sign-in/?ts=1777390923785&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sharpspring&sslid=MzaAADMjE0sjc2MA&sseid=MzEAAUNjY3MjI0NDUwA&jobid=4dcf1c7f-5c31-4a1a-8730-df7a815f2c234 For more information about upcoming events, visit the NMOST Events Calendar: /events-calendar/

Here’s how some NMOST Spring into Summer attendees enjoyed the State Library and AI in Youth Entrepreneurship workshop sessions! #SpringintoSummer #SpringintoSummerConference #NMOSTSpringintoSummerConference

Youth from your OST program still have time to apply to join @nylcorg 's Youth Advisory Council! The Youth Advisory Council (YAC) is a team of dedicated high school leaders who serve as experts, thought leaders, and active co-creators within NYLC’s programs and mission. Since NYLC’s founding over 40 years ago, youth voice and youth leadership have been at the heart of everything we do. The YAC embodies this commitment at its highest level: members don’t just have a seat at the table — they help build the table, lead the conversation, and shape what comes next. Why join the YAC? - Master Authentic Leadership - Become a Subject Matter Expert - Access a Pathway to the Boardroom - Forge High-Impact Connections - Amplify Your Influence Submit an application: /youth-advisory-council/

Register for 2 Upcoming Lunch & Learn Workshops Tuesday, May 19 at 11:30 AM New Mexico Guiding Principles for Quality Out-of-School Time Programs Presented by Amanda Lujan, Capacity Building Director Join NMOST as we relaunch the Guiding Principles for Quality Out-of-School Time Programs in New Mexico, a flexible set of quality guidelines designed to support practices that lead to positive outcomes for youth. Learn about the structure and content of the 9 Guiding Principles, the new Self-Assessment tool, and the Action Plan, and how these tools can be used to support continuous quality improvement in your organization. Register Now! Learn more about the Guiding Principles Tuesday, June 2 at 11:30 AM Get in the Game: Telling Your Unique Story to Stand Out and Win Funds Programs Presented by Laurel Meister Schmuck, The Grant Plant, Inc. In this imaginative, gamified session, participants will work side-by-side to explore fundraising strategies to grow out-of-school time programs, via brainstorming and storytelling activities, small group discussions, and a Shark Tank-style pitch competition using cards to represent different funder profiles. Register Now!

This week on the NMOST Events Calendar, check out the following events: 1) Wednesday, May 6 @ 5 pm MT: Discover the Latest from YES (Youth Engineering Solutions) Register: /e/discover-the-latest-from-yes-tickets-1985439066695?utm_campaign=159035092-Monthly%20Newsletters&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--gF3NUz1HolWMxzBEvXM-DLHPZwXgaShNGtk9HKzpQouxZBclwG1AmNjmGsGy9LUfFxbJbCZ_IGc9pL8vuYZq6Ywh8Aw&_hsmi=27506414&utm_content=27506414&utm_source=hs_email 2) Thursday, May 7 @ Noon MT: The STEM Talk: FY27 – What’s At Stake @afterschool4all Register: /webinars.cfm?ID=82BD0A2D-5056-A82E-7A0C493F3DB33F9F 3) Thursday, May 7 @ 2 pm MT: Bubble Bubble Workshop from @exploranm Register: /forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSciGyIlXYgml0DCsb74AKcx0QjkFL8rD9SGaAWwUNTRx_Jvxw/viewform 4) Friday, May 8 @ 10 am MT: Afterschool Policy Pulse from @afterschool4all Register: /webinars.cfm?ID=19828DEB-5056-A82E-7AB38D28462C7E2D #EventsCalendar #NMOSTEventsCalendar #STEM #Advocacy #Events

📣Last Chance to Apply: The 2026 Advancing Young Women in STEM Scholarship closes tonight! WHO QUALIFIES? Please share this opportunity with young women in your program who meet the following criteria: - High school juniors or seniors planning to pursue a STEM degree in college, OR current undergraduate students in a STEM program - Age 25 or younger - A resident of New Mexico OR enrolled at a New Mexico college or university - Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA (4.0 scale) Note: Past scholarship recipients are not eligible to reapply. HOW TO APPLY Applications are completed entirely online: https://lnkd.in/gPHupF2B #WomeninSTEM #WomeninSTEMScholarship #AdvancingYoungWomeninSTEMScholarship #AdvancingYoungWomneinSTEMScholarship2026

Applications for the 2026 Advancing Young Women in STEM Scholarship will close on Monday, May 4! WHO QUALIFIES? Please share this opportunity with young women in your program who meet the following criteria: - High school juniors or seniors planning to pursue a STEM degree in college, OR current undergraduate students in a STEM program - Age 25 or younger - A resident of New Mexico OR enrolled at a New Mexico college or university - Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA (4.0 scale) Note: Past scholarship recipients are not eligible to reapply. HOW TO APPLY Applications are completed entirely online: https://lnkd.in/gPHupF2B #WomeninSTEM #WomeninSTEMScholarship #AdvancingYoungWomeninSTEMScholarship #AdvancingYoungWomneinSTEMScholarship2026