Category: Academic and Educational Support
-
In today’s hyper-connected world, children and teens are spending more time than ever glued to screens. From smartphones and tablets to gaming consoles and social media platforms, the pull of the digital world is strong—and often overwhelming. While technology offers many benefits, excessive screen time is fueling a growing concern: digital addiction in youth.
-
Summer learning loss—also known as the "summer slide"—is a well-documented phenomenon where students lose academic ground over the long break between school years. For many students, especially those from low-income families, the summer can be a time of regression rather than rest. Fortunately, afterschool programs and summer enrichment programs have emerged as powerful tools to combat summer learning loss, keeping kids academically engaged and emotionally supported during the out-of-school months.
Summer learning loss refers to the decline in academic skills and knowledge that students experience over summer vacation. Research shows that, on average, students lose about two months of reading skills and two and a half months of math skills over the summer if they are not engaged in educational activities.
Categories
Recent Posts
- Afterschool Programs and Their Role in Combating Digital Addiction Among Youth
- The Origins of Afterschool Programs in the United States: From Settlement Houses to Modern-Day Initiatives
- STEM-Based Afterschool Programs: Encouraging the Next Generation of Innovators
- After-School Sports Programs: Promoting Physical Fitness and Teamwork
- Afterschool Arts and Creative Programs: Nurturing Young Talent and Creativity