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Why is Afterschool Important?

In Colorado, afterschool programs keep students safe, inspire learning, and support Colorado’s working families. Yet 140,009 school-age children in Colorado are alone and unsupervised during the hours of 3 pm to 6 pm. More than a decade of research confirms that quality afterschool programs are providing rich learning experiences for students, helping to narrow existing opportunity and achievement gaps, and positioning students toward a bright future as they move through school, career, and life.

Out-of-school time programs:

Improve engagement in school and conduct in school
Increase academic achievement
Immerse students in STEM
Promote health and wellness
Support working families

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America After 3PM surveyed parents in every state and Washington D.C. to examine how children spend the hours between 3:00 and 6:00 p.m.

America After 3PM surveyed parents in Colorado to examine how children spend the hours between 3:00 and 6:00 p.m.

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OST programs support well-being and academic growth and are an essential resource for working parents; however, data also shows that there are not enough programs available for families.

Caring adults and leaders can help change statistics.

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Why is Afterschool Important?

Out-of-school time programs:

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