Iowa Afterschool Alliance
Our MISSION
Develop strong statewide systems of support for high-quality, affordable, and accessible before school, after school, and summer programs.
OST in Iowa
Out-of-School Time (OST) is supervised programming that youth regularly participate in before school, after school, and during summer break. These programs keep young people safe, provide child care for working families, and organize activities that help youth develop skills and improve academically. Sometimes, these programs are collectively referred to as “afterschool”.
Our Vision
All Iowa children and youth will have access to quality afterschool and summer learning opportunities in their community.
The Outcome of Afterschool in Iowa
70% improved in reading and 72% improved in math. In Iowa’s 21st Century Community Learning Centers, 66% of students improved in reading and 75% improved in math.
51% decrease in juvenile arrests.
In Council Bluffs, the police department reports a 51% decrease in juvenile arrests during the after school hours of
2:00-5:00PM since the middle school’s afterschool program began.
67% improved behavior.
According to teacher reports across the state, 83% of students participating in 21st Century Community Learning Centers experienced improvements in behavior.
786 partners
across the state help 21st Century programs leverage resources and serve more youth.
96% of parents
are satisfied with their child’s afterschool program.
Thank you to our partners!
