After School Matters Annual Gala Raises More than $2.5 Million for Chicago’s Teens
October 7, 2022
For image downloads, click here. CHICAGO – Nearly 400 civic, corporate and community leaders attended the After School Matters AnnualMore ›
December 9, 2022
For images and video content, click here. Visit marks one-year anniversary of national advisory on youth mental health crisis After School Matters works with Adler… More ›
October 7, 2022
For image downloads, click here. CHICAGO – Nearly 400 civic, corporate and community leaders attended the After School Matters AnnualMore ›
August 5, 2022
Analysis from the American Institutes for Research illustrate teens facing adult-like challenges and responsibilities: stress, continued food insecurity, financial hardship,More ›
February 25, 2019
After School Matters is transitioning away from paper checks and will move towards paying teens via two options: direct deposit or Wisely Pay by ADP Card. The Wisely Pay… More ›
October 2, 2018
We have created this manual to make sure teens understand what they can expect, and our expectations of them while in an After School Matters… More ›
October 23, 2017
This booklet is full of instructor-approved icebreaker, energizer and reflection activities for your program that integrate MHA Labs skills! View and download here.
October 23, 2017
Professional Development Payroll Instructors must be listed on Exhibit B (Budget) in order to be eligible for payment for Professional Development. Compensation is at the… More ›
June 16, 2017
The Support Services Directory shares various resources in the community for teens who may need additional support. Read, save and/or download the Support Services Directory or use… More ›
April 27, 2017
This video is a step-by-step guide for completing the After School Matters application. Share this with a teen or parent who has questions about the… More ›
April 27, 2017
Encourage teens to find their futures in an After School Matters program by showing this recruitment video. Feel free to share this video on social… More ›
January 12, 2017
The After School Matters Recruitment Guide includes tips for teen recruitment, interview and enrollment strategies, an interview sign-up form and recommend interview questions to help… More ›
June 9, 2016
After School Matters utilizes the Youth Program Quality Intervention (YPQI) continuous improvement process developed by the David P. Weikart Center of Youth Program Quality. You… More ›