Tennessee Afterschool Network

09/04/2026

Lights On Afterschool is back for its 27th year! On 10/22, join afterschool advocates across the country in celebrating the importance of afterschool programs.
Are you in? RSVP to learn how to get involved or discover new ideas for your event this year: https://bit.ly/4wE2p5K

09/04/2026

09/02/2026

Registration for is now open! There are hundreds of ways to celebrate the amazing afterschool programs that keep kids learning and having fun–sign up today to join the 26th celebration of Lights On Afterschool! https://3to6.co/asi

09/01/2026

What are the benefits of enrolling your child in an afterschool program? We’re glad you asked.

Afterschool programs:

Keep kids safe and out of trouble
Help them build critical skills
Provide peace of mind to parents
And so much more

Explore the data: https://afterschoolalliance.org/AA3PM/data/national/benefits

08/31/2026

Afterschool Alliance organizes Lights On Afterschool each year to draw attention to the many ways afterschool programs support students by offering them opportunities to learn new things—from science and community service, to robotics and Tae Kwon Do.

Learn more about it and get involved: https://afterschoolalliance.org/loa.cfm

08/28/2026

Top barriers to getting more kids into afterschool programs: cost, accessibility, and availability. Read the full report and explore the rest of the data: https://afterschoolalliance.org/AA3PM/data/national/challenges

08/27/2026

Election season is upon us! We’ve put together an Afterschool Election Kit packed with resources to help advocates at every level make their voices heard about the importance of afterschool in their communities. Check it out: https://afterschoolalliance.org/electionkit/

08/26/2026

NEW REPORT OUT TODAY from Afterschool Alliance: Explore the latest data and insights into the state of STEM education around the country, from demand to availability to impact.

Learn more at aa3pm.co

08/25/2026

What’s the state of afterschool in YOUR state? Explore data on how kids spend their time after school, state policy and funding information, hear from afterschool champions, and get in touch with people in your state working on this critical issue:
https://afterschoolalliance.org/policyStateMap.cfm

08/24/2026

How affordable are afterschool programs in Tennessee? How many kids are missing out due to lack of access and availability? How many parents in Tennessee support public funding for afterschool programs? Explore all the data: https://afterschoolalliance.org/AA3PM/data/tennessee/demand