Leadership of Afterschool and Supplemental Education: Creating Seamless Pathways to Post-Secondary Life

This book explores the design and implementation of effective supplementary education programs that best prepare students for post-secondary life. It emphasizes a balanced approach to viewing supplementary education and community-based programs as tools to improve schools and student success. Chapters discuss designing, implementing, and sustaining programs that positively impact students' social, emotional, and academic development, and effective strategies for developing stronger connections with the community. It is designed for graduate preparation programs in educational leadership.

Format: Hardback
Length: 200 pages
Publication date: 22 July 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the design and implementation of highly effective supplementary education programs that equip students with the essential skills and knowledge necessary for success in post-secondary life. Drawing upon extensive research and best practices in the fields of supplementary and afterschool education, youth development, and school-college-community partnerships, the book offers a balanced perspective on supplementary education and community-based programs, recognizing their potential to meet the unique needs of underserved youth when integrated alongside classroom learning.

The book challenges aspiring educational leaders to reevaluate their traditional approach to curriculum, viewing supplementary education as a powerful tool for improving schools and enhancing student outcomes. It explores various chapters dedicated to designing, implementing, and sustaining supplementary education programs that foster positive social, emotional, and academic development among secondary school students. Effective strategies for building stronger connections with the community are also discussed, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and partnership in achieving educational goals.

Designed specifically for graduate preparation programs in educational leadership, this text incorporates pedagogical features such as learning objectives, reflective exercises, portfolio-building activities, and alignment to educational leadership standards. It serves as a valuable resource for educators and professionals seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge in the field of supplementary education and contribute to the betterment of their students and communities.

Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367639815