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WTKR News 3 reporter Will Thomas went straight to the source to find out what a real partnership looks like from the district’s side of the table. In a new segment covering our partnership with Dare County Schools, Assistant Superintendent Catie Spruill shared candidly about the challenges that led the district to Right At School—staffing sustainability concerns, capacity limits on the previous program, and the need for a partner who could scale alongside community demand. Our VP of Partnerships, Steffany Holloway, spoke to how we're addressing exactly that: ➡️ Staffing beyond current need so growth never means a waitlist ➡️ A built-in transition pathway so every current staff member has a place with us ➡️ Enrichment programming designed to grow with the district, including early release day coverage for the first time! This is the kind of partnership we aim to build everywhere we go: grounded in meeting community needs and built for the long term. 🎥 Watch the full segment from WTKR News 3: wtkr.com/news/in-the-co… #RightAtSchool #OutOfSchoolTime #DistrictPartnerships #Education #NorthCarolina #WTKR #OuterBanks

Huge congratulations to Dr. Josh Starr, named the next CEO of @caselorg (the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning), starting July 1! We’ve had the privilege of working alongside Josh as our Superintendent in Residence. As a superintendent in both Stamford and Montgomery County, he led at the highest levels of public education, and having that caliber of leadership on our team has been nothing short of a gift. He has truly exhibited The Heart Of RAS. For more than 30 years, CASEL has been a force for helping schools support the whole child and giving kids what they need to grow into confident, capable people. It’s a mission we believe in to our core, and there’s no one better to carry it forward than Josh. Josh, congratulations from all of us. We’re proud of you, we’re cheering you on, and we cannot wait to see the impact you’ll make. And a big congratulations to Dr. Kimberly Schonert-Reichl, stepping in as CASEL’s new Board Chair! #Education #AfterSchool

Big news: Right At School is partnering with @Daretolearn_DCS, NC—our first district partnership in the state. Starting this fall, we'll operate on-site enrichment at all 5 district elementary schools. Eliminating waitlists, no cost increases, all staff protected. 🎉 Thanks to Board Chair David Twiddy, Superintendent @Steve_Basnight, and the entire Dare County Board of Education for trusting us with this partnership, and to Steffany Holloway & Caitlin Spruill for bringing it to life! 📖 More via Yahoo Finance: finance.yahoo.com/small-business… #RightAtSchool #OutOfSchoolTime #Education #DareCountySchools #OuterBanks #NorthCarolina

The measure of a great school partnership is what principals say when no one's asking them to sell anything. "The staff genuinely enjoy what they do. Their enthusiasm and positive energy create a welcoming environment where students feel comfortable and engaged." — Richard Prestedge, Principal, Orchard Ranch Elementary, Roseville, CA "They respond quickly and work collaboratively with families and the district to find solutions." — John Tung , ELOP Coordinator, Arcadia Unified School District, CA At Right At School, strong district and school partnerships aren't a tagline, they're how we operate every day, every site. #RightAtSchool #SchoolPartnerships #DistrictLeaders #OutOfSchoolTime #SummerCamp #PrincipalLife #ELOPPartner #YouthDevelopment

We're proud to share that Right At School has been recognized by @Eduinsidermag as a Top Before and After School Enrichment Services 2026 honoree, and our own Dr. Joshua P. Starr, Superintendent in Residence, sat down with their editorial team to talk about what truly sets our model apart. Josh brings a perspective that's rare in this space: he's sat in the superintendent's chair. He knows firsthand the complexity of running a district, and exactly what it means to have a partner you can count on. Now he helps lead the work of bringing that same reliability and care to our 1,000+ sites across 23 states. 📖 Check out the full feature here: educationinsidermagazine.com/right-at-schoo… #RightAtSchool #OutOfSchoolTime #AfterSchool #DistrictPartnerships #Education #StudentSuccess #OST

🏆 Congratulations to Samantha Villeda, Area Manager in California, one of Right At School's newest GEM Award winners! Sam's story is one of coming full circle. She grew up benefiting from afterschool programs, which is exactly why she chose this work. Since joining RAS in 2020 as an educator, Sam has risen quickly, now overseeing programs across some of California's most competitive districts. In just two years back in her home base of Los Angeles, she's opened three new districts—South Pasadena, Beverly Hills, and Santa Monica-Malibu—with more expansion already on the way. Her approach is rooted in trust. She recalls a student in Palo Alto who struggled to attend school more than once or twice a week. Through the consistency and care Sam's team showed him, he became a program regular, eventually going months without a single school absence. That human-first approach defines everything Sam does, from the way she engages ELOP coordinators and district liaisons, to the bi-weekly newsletters she introduced to keep families connected on California's many closed campuses. Ask Sam about the award, though, and she'll tell you it belongs to her team. That kind of leadership is exactly what a GEM looks like. Congratulations, Sam! 🏆 #ExpandedLearning #AfterSchool #DistrictPartnerships #RightAtSchool

This past weekend, hundreds of children and families showed up at Sunrise Elementary in @SchoolsPuyallup for Right At School's 5th Annual Egg Dash, and the energy was electric! What started as a school program tradition has grown into one of the most anticipated free spring events in the community. 🥚🌸 This year, we added something new: we raffled off four grand prize vouchers for a FREE week of Right At School summer camp. 🏅 Seeing families react in real time to those treasure finds? Priceless. Events like this are a reminder of why we do what we do. Thank you to all the staff, district partners, and families who showed up to celebrate spring with us. #RightAtSchool #BeforeAndAfterSchool #CommunityMatters #Puyallup #WashingtonState #SchoolPartnerships #EggDash2025

Congratulations to @jimcarrollCOO on being named the new Superintendent of @YCSD! 🎉 Jim has dedicated years of outstanding service to the York County community as Chief HR Officer, COO, and Assistant Superintendent, and we couldn't be more excited to see him step into this new well-deserved role. When our Area Manager, April Thomas, heard the news, she knew exactly what to do. She and her team rallied our Right Club kiddos in York County to make Jim a stack of handmade cards. Heartfelt congratulations straight from the students he's spent his career showing up for. 💙 On Thursday, April delivered them in person, and Jim showed the kind of leader he is by stopping what he was doing to read a bunch of them right then and there. We are so proud to be a part of the York County Schools community, and we can't wait to see all that's ahead under Superintendent Carroll's leadership. Congratulations, Jim! The kiddos are cheering for you! #YorkCountySchools #YCSD #RightAtSchool #K12Education #CommunityPartners #EducationLeaders #TeamYCSD #LeadYCSD

Stephanie Hover leads Right At School's growth across the Midwest in five states. Steph realized her purpose, to always do what's best for kids, as a teenager. Since then, Steph is committed to challenging the status quo and being an agent of change in public education. Steph has driven RAS's tremendous growth in Missouri, expanding our partnerships from one to ten over the past 2.5 years. Steph believes that real growth is rooted in relationships. She emphasizes that embracing the unknown and being willing to "make the ask" is crucial, whether engaging with district leaders or collaborating across internal departments. For superintendents thinking about expanded learning partnerships, her approach is simple: every district has a different vision for out-of-school time, and the right partner figures out how to match it. That's the job, and she does it well. Congratulations, Steph, on your well-deserved GEM Award! 🏆 #ExpandedLearning #AfterSchool #DistrictPartnerships #RightAtSchool

🏆 Congratulations to April Thomas, Area Manager in York County, VA—one of Right At School's newest GEM Award winners! April seamlessly manages 10 schools and a team of 57 staff. She's the person principals call when PTA attendance is low and when a family needs a second chance at finding the right fit for their kid. She is, by every measure, a problem solver. Her approach to leadership is straightforward: invest in your team the way you want them to invest in the kids. April trains her program managers to own their programs, think independently, and bring forward solutions. The result is a team strong enough that she can step away to support new market launches in Henrico, Hanover, and Orange without York County missing a beat. She also brings something rare to this work—over 20 years of history with York County schools, going back to her days as Area Manager for another after-school program provider. When Right At School took over programming there, April came with the territory. With a foundation of trust and strong relationships already built, enrollment has grown from roughly 700 to over 1,300 since. Thank you, April, for all that you do! #ExpandedLearning #AfterSchool #DistrictPartnerships #RightAtSchool

Still reflecting on an inspiring week at @AASAHQ. From superintendent conversations at our booth to a powerful session on in-person learning and connection vs. AI, #NCE2026 reinforced a simple truth: students thrive when learning stays authentic and human. We’re grateful to the district leaders who shared their perspectives, their challenges, and their commitment to building learning environments where students feel connected, supported, and prepared for life. Take a look at some of this year's highlights. Until next year! #AASA2026 #ExpandedLearning #HumanCenteredEducation #EducationLeadership #WholeChild

Last week, the Right At School team was proud to join district leaders, educators, and partners at the @ACSA_info 2026 Every Child Counts Symposium, a premier gathering focused on student services, special education, and whole-child learning. Our own Dr. @KateVincentLCSW presented alongside @MtDiabloUSD Administrators Cherie Gann and Robert Humphrey on expanding equitable enrichment for students with unique needs. Great conversations at our booth reinforced why access, equity, and partnership matter. Thank you to ACSA and the Student Services & Special Education Council for bringing together educators committed to delivering high-quality, whole-child education for every learner. Until next year!

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Last week, Right At School joined district leaders from across the country at the @DA_magazine Superintendents Summit in Palm Beach, Florida. Our Superintendent-in-Residence, Dr. Joshua Starr, shared insights on “Partnerships with Purpose”—highlighting how strong, values-aligned collaborations between districts and expanded learning providers can drive meaningful outcomes for students, families, and school communities. 📈 Grateful for the thoughtful conversations, shared learning, and leadership shaping the future of education. #RightAtSchool #SuperintendentsSummit #DALeadershipInstitute #LeadershipInAction #EducationLeadership

What does meaningful literacy engagement look like in practice? It looks like fully engaged students, present and attentive leaders, and organizations working seamlessly in partnership together. At Schuyler Elementary, a shared commitment to early literacy came to life through a collaborative book giveaway and read-aloud with @KearnySupt Encarnacao last week—reinforcing the importance of access, consistency, and family-centered learning beyond the school day. 📚 Proud to partner with @RARnational  and @minds_luminous  to support literacy efforts across the Kearny School District. #RightAtSchool #EarlyLiteracy #DistrictPartnerships #ExpandedLearning #EducationImpact

Yesterday's read-aloud with @KearnySupt brought literacy to life for students at Schuyler Elementary. The students were ecstatic to receive new books before the holidays, and the energy in the room reflected what’s possible when districts, providers, and community partners come together around early literacy and student learning. We’re proud to partner with @RARnational  and @minds_luminous to help inspire a love of learning that continues well beyond the school day and into homes across the Kearny School District. #RaisingAReader #LiteracyMatters #FamilyReading #CommunityPartnerships

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Today at Schuyler Elementary in Kearny NJ, Right At School partnered with @RARnational, @minds_luminous , and the Tepper Foundation to support early literacy through a district-wide book bag giveaway—placing high-quality, bilingual books directly into the hands of 350 students ahead of winter break.📚 This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to expanding literacy and strengthening family reading routines at home, especially during the upcoming holidays. We’re grateful to the Kearny School District and @KearnySupt for their leadership and partnership. More highlights from today’s event—including a special student reading—coming soon. #RightAtSchool #LiteracyLeadership #CommunityPartnerships #ExpandedLearning #EducationImpact #EarlyLiteracy

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Right At School is proud to partner with Missouri districts to bring learning to life, with hands-on STEM fun, art projects, and new ways for students to build friendships and confidence every day. Our programs spark curiosity, creativity, and confidence--supporting students, families, and schools alike. 🎓✨ @LadueSchools @PattonvilleSD @ValleyParkSD #RightAtSchool #AfterschoolFun #MissouriEducation #WeAreLadue #TheLadueWay #PattonvilleStrong #VPpride

New Mexico is rolling out universal childcare, and other states are watching. In his new Albuquerque Journal op-ed, our Superintendent in Residence Dr. Joshua Starr breaks down what it will take to make this historic effort succeed, including high-quality, trusted partners and careful, locally driven implementation. Read the full piece via @ABQJournal: abqjournal.com/opinion/articl… #UniversalChildcare #NewMexico #ChildcarePolicy