School: After Hours

About School: After Hours

School After Hours Podcast is a dedicated space for exploring the impact, challenges, and successes of afterschool programs—an often-overlooked yet essential part of youth development. This podcast sheds light on the educators, program leaders, and community partners who work tirelessly to provide enriching experiences for students beyond the classroom. By sharing their stories, insights, and best practices, we aim to elevate the conversation around afterschool programs and advocate for the resources and recognition they deserve. So join us every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month to see what we are going to talk about next.

Publisher

J. Lee, Youth Development

Category

business · education · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

27 Oct 2020

Latest episode

6 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

94 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   6 Oct 2026

   S 6 EP 17: Homeschooling From The Inside Out feat. Quinn Johnson

   As families increasingly explore homeschooling as an alternative to traditional education, Quinn offers insights into what the process truly entails. From curriculum choices to transitioning from traditional school systems, Quinn shares her personal experiences of homeschooling her own children for the past seven years. With a focus on individualized learning approaches, she provides practical advice for parents considering this educational path. Key Takeaways: Homeschooling requires paren...

2. 

   22 Sept 2026

   S 6 EP 16: The Soft Skills Gap: Why Rob Heller Created Boost

   What if young people were taught the skills school often overlooks? In this episode, we spotlight Rob Heller, creator of the Boost program, a youth development initiative focused on 26 essential skills across people skills, character development, and healthy mindset. Rob shares how recognizing a gap in traditional education led him to build a program that uses role-play, peer-to-peer learning, and hands-on engagement to help young people develop real-world skills. We also discuss the challeng...

3. 

   8 Sept 2026

   S 6 EP 15: Rethinking How We Evaluate Educators feat. Craig Randall

   What if observations didn't have to be a nightmare? In this episode, I sit down with educator Craig Randall to explore Trust-Based Observations. This strengths-focused observation model replaces anxiety with psychological safety. Craig walks us through the full process: reflective conversations in the educator's space, the two questions every observer should ask, and the small "trust marbles" that build a culture where trying something new is celebrated, not feared. Whether you're a school le...

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

2,030

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 55 / 100

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Quality

53

Social presence

91

YouTube

68

Engagement

30

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