Lights on Afterschool

part of a national celebration of afterschool programs

Join us for a community conversation about out-of-school time – the value, the needs, and the opportunities.

Who should attend?
If you’re wondering if you should come, you should! You’ll be among school, community, and philanthropic partners, advocates, policymakers, researchers, legislators, and members of the community who care about creating the best opportunities for kids.

What will take place?
Mingle, lively panel conversation with Q&A, reception. Our purpose is to shine a light on the important work we all do to meet the needs of families across the region to help youth achieve their dreams.

Who is on the panel?

Speaker
Kevin Clayton
Executive Vice President, Chief Impact & Equity Officer, Rock Entertainment Grop & Cleveland Cavaliers

Moderator
Crystal Davis
Government Affairs & Environmental Policy Advocate

Panelists
Charmaine Davis-Bey
Case Management Coordinator, Office of School and District Improvement at Ohio Department of Education & Workforce

Tim Hilk
President and CEO of YMCA Greater Cleveland

Tiana Wilson
America SCORES Alumnus

We gratefully acknowledge our sponsor, RPM International, for their support of this event.

Lights on Afterschool is part of Cleveland’s Thriving Youth Series

The Thriving Youth Series brings together professionals, students, and thought leaders in the field of out-of-school time programming. The series will empower and inspire participants to enhance their programs and make a lasting impact on youth development. The series is a collaboration between the City of Cleveland, Open Doors Academy, Starting Point, Youth Opportunities Unlimited, and Cleveland Metropolitan School District.