2026 Lights On Afterschool Celebration in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania OST providers, join PSAYDN in celebrating Lights On Afterschool on Thursday, October 22!
Showcase your program’s impact and bring youth, families, community partners, and local leaders together to celebrate the importance of afterschool programs.
Launched in October 2000, Lights On Afterschool is the only nationwide event celebrating afterschool programs and their important role in the lives of children, families and communities. The effort has become a hallmark of the afterschool movement and generates media coverage across the country each year.
The Afterschool Alliance organizes Lights On Afterschool to draw attention to the many ways afterschool programs support students by offering them opportunities to learn new things—such as science, community service, robotics, Tae Kwon Do, and poetry—and discover new skills. The events send a powerful message that millions more kids need quality afterschool programs.
Download Governor’s Proclamation
Remember to download the Lights On Afterschool (LOA) proclamation and read it aloud during your event to recognize the vital role OST programs play in supporting Pennsylvania’s youth and families.
LOA Tool Kit and Resources:
The following resource links will take you to the Afterschool Alliance’s website.
