In this episode, we talk about the important aspects of partnership with Keyshawn Phelps and Tony Stanford from The Academy of Goal Achievers.  In our last conversation with the founder of  The Academy of Goal Achievers, Courtnie McIntosh, she mentioned expanding her program and helping more youth with career and college prep.  With much success, The Academy of Goal Achievers has developed new cohorts and we are talking with the gentlemen that were part of that expansion process.  We discussed the importance of having aligned goals and values, dividing responsibilities based on the strongest skill set,  establishing culture and expectations with the new cohort, and much more.To learn more, hit the play button and enjoy!Related EpisodesEpisode # 7: Achieving the Goal feat. Courtnie McIntoshGuest(s) BioKeyshawn Phelps is a System Architect Engineer for a defense company in Melbourne, Florida. He graduated from Virginia State University earning a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering in 2019 and is actively pursuing a Master’s in Systems Engineering from Stevens Institute of Technology. He is highly respected amongst his peers as a role model, trailblazer, and community leader at work and in his local and childhood community.  Keyshawn desired to be a positive role model for his family by being a difference-maker.  To achieve his desired outcome, he realized that completing his education was essential as his mom taught him to focus on the bigger picture, and not to let their economic circumstances dictate his future.Post-graduation, his self-determination and his passion for inspiring others in his community led him to create the organization “Just Want to Inspire Inc, a non-profit. Through this non-profit, Keyshawn influences underprivileged and disadvantaged youth within his community to pursue higher learning especially STEM.Tony Stanford Jr., originally from Buffalo, NY has been a Charlotte, NC resident for 10 years where he is a now full-time entrepreneur which allows him to focus on his passion for helping people through real estate, youth development, and travel. In 2007, he graduated from Alabama A&M University with a degree in Electrical Engineering Technology. Upon graduation, Tony joined Eaton Corporation in the operations leadership development program. While there he managed projects of increasing responsibility supporting a $3.1 billion organization composed of 28 plants worldwide in continuous improvement activities. He left Eaton for Communications Test Design Inc (CTDI) where he served as the Quality & Safety Manager.In 2019, he completed a Master of Business Administration degree with a concentration in Entrepreneurship at North Carolina State University. A lifelong community servant Tony is always seeking out ways to give back and is involved with a host of organizations including Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., National Society of Black Engineers, First Book, and The Academy of Goal Achievers.Connect With Us Website: www.schoolafterhours.netFacebook - @schoolafterhoursInstagram - @schoolafterhoursLinkedIn - school-after-hours-podcast

In this episode returning guests, Curtis and Yolanda Hall, talk to families about using different parenting styles to guide their pre-teens through their teenage years.  We talked about:Identifying your parenting style through experience and observationCreating a safe space for the child(ren) to talk about their feelingsThe power of transparencyConsequences vs Punishmentand so much moreTune in to the conversation and let us know what you think. Leave us a review on Apple Podcast or Podchaser.  Connect With Us Website: www.schoolafterhours.netFacebook - @schoolafterhoursInstagram - @schoolafterhoursLinkedIn - school-after-hours-podcast

In this episode, Nathan talks with us about his career path in Out-of-School-Time programming and how he was introduced to social emotional learning (SEL) and restorative justice. We also discuss:the importance of building relationships with students to impact program culturehow to use SEL and restorative justice practices in your life to model for your studentshow he came up with the idea for #iAmImpactwhat healing circles are and the affect they've had on people in his trainingand  so much moreGuest BioNathan is the Founder of #iAmImpact as well as the Director of Youth Development in charge of  training and Program Engagement for Mentor CA. Nathan loves facilitating workshops to help  individuals become better and believes in the power of connectedness.  Gallup Strengths are: Connectedness/Context/Strategic/Ideation Adaptability.  Nathan holds over 20 years of experience with Expanded Learning Programs that serves diverse  communities in the Sacramento and California. Nathan possesses over 5 years of experience as  previous Director of Professional Development at the Center for Fathers and Families. In  addition, he worked on numerous committees with the California Afterschool Network and  California Department of Education Expanded Learning Division to increase the quality of youth  programs. He has conducted trainings and multiple workshops and seminars that have focused on teaching Expanded Learning Program Quality Standards, Restorative Justice, Social Emotional  Learning (SEL) and the After-School Education & Safety (ASES) grant compliance to various  organizations throughout California. “As a former Site Coordinator, I recognize the profound impact that after school programs had in  on my life. I attribute much of my success to afterschool programs and staff. It is now my  personal mission to bring positivity and optimism to all of my work spaces.  As much as it's about me, it's not about me"– Nathan Houston Visit www.Nathanhouston.com for more information We want to hear from you! Leave us a message at [email protected] and let us know a)what you think of the show, b) what topics you want to us to discuss. Also, follow us on our social media platforms below to keep up with the show.  Follow Us Website: www.schoolafterhours.netFacebook - @schoolafterhoursInstagram - @schoolafterhoursLinkedIn - school-after-hours-podcastConnect With Us Website: www.schoolafterhours.netFacebook - @schoolafterhoursInstagram - @schoolafterhoursLinkedIn - school-after-hours-podcast

Building relationships in a school setting can be tough after dealing with the side effects of the pandemic.  A lot of protocols have changed in the school system.  Therefore, afterschool leaders and staff have to learn how to operate in this new environment.  To help with this process of restoring program culture and building relationships within the school building: we brought educator, afterschool program consultant and advocate, Cornelia Calliste Cooper, to the show. In this episode we’ll talk about:The importance of being visible and available during the school dayKnowing your role as a site coordinate/director and how it plays into the schools success planBlending afterschool culture with the school’s core principles And much moreGuest BioFor over fifteen years, Cornelia Calliste Cooper has experience working in the Baltimore City Public School System and the charitable non-profit sector. Cornelia has uniquely developed and implemented innovative programming consistent with best practices in socio-emotional learning for out-of-school time programs for youth. She earned her M.S. in Nonprofit Management and Leadership from Walden University and a B.S. in Psychology and Sociology from Towson University.Cornelia is a wife and a proud mother of an inquisitive toddler, who enjoys hiking with her family, word puzzles, sports, and earning her green-thumb in her spare time. With a combined interest in education, advocacy, and social change, she continues to travel the country inspiring leaders to aid in the mission towards closing the achievement gap.Follow Us Website: www.schoolafterhours.netFacebook - @schoolafterhoursInstagram - @schoolafterhoursLinkedIn - school-after-hours-podcastConnect With Us Website: www.schoolafterhours.netFacebook - @schoolafterhoursInstagram - @schoolafterhoursLinkedIn - school-after-hours-podcast

If you hit a "glass ceiling " in your career, know there are other options. In this episode, we talk with Amy Brady & Lana Hailemariam about their career journey in OST and how they went from being educators and program developers in OST to coaching the practitioners in OST.  You'll hear us talk about:Identifying your skillset and owning your uniquenessLinking personal development to  professional development The importance of developing Out-of-School-Time workersThe ideas that created their organization StandUp and their e-learning platform The Flourish Laband much much moreJoin the conversation by hitting play and share with a friend!LinkStand Up Websitestandupteam.orgConnect With Us Website: www.schoolafterhours.netFacebook - @schoolafterhoursInstagram - @schoolafterhoursLinkedIn - school-after-hours-podcast

In this episode, Yolanda breaks down the importance of establishing mental health practices for professionals in the workplace and how supervisors can help. We discuss:What is mental health and why it's importantSteps professionals can take to protect their mental healthSetting boundaries for your workStrategies organizations can use to incorporate mental health practicesWhat to include in a self-care planand much moreClick here to listen to another episode with Yolanda Hall.  This episode is about using mindfulness with young people to deal with trauma. Connect With Us Website: www.schoolafterhours.netFacebook - @schoolafterhoursInstagram - @schoolafterhoursLinkedIn - school-after-hours-podcast

Sometimes, you have to do things differently to have a better outcome. In this episode, we talk to mental health professional Ticeses Teasley about seeing an unfulfilled need in mental health services for youth and families;  and how she created an afterschool program and business to address those needs she saw in the community. Connect With Us Website: www.schoolafterhours.netFacebook - @schoolafterhoursInstagram - @schoolafterhoursLinkedIn - school-after-hours-podcast

If you knew then what you know now, what would you have done differently in your career? In this episode, I talk about the 5 things I would have done differently in my career to have a better life experience as well as a better work experience. Connect With Us Website: www.schoolafterhours.netFacebook - @schoolafterhoursInstagram - @schoolafterhoursLinkedIn - school-after-hours-podcast

In this episode, I talk with the founder of Nu Collar Solutions, LLC. , Curtis Hall, about the importance of mentorship for our young men of color. He also shares his experience as a mentee and how those relationships inspired him to form a youth coaching service for young men in the tri-city area. Join the conversation as we discuss:   Investing in youth todayTeaching emotional intelligence to young menLack of neighborhood role modelsInfluence of the 8 pillars of power and moreConnect With Us Website: www.schoolafterhours.netFacebook - @schoolafterhoursInstagram - @schoolafterhoursLinkedIn - school-after-hours-podcast

After a holiday break,  student behavior can be a challenge. In this solo episode, I share techniques I use to refocus my students after a long break. Connect With Us Website: www.schoolafterhours.netFacebook - @schoolafterhoursInstagram - @schoolafterhoursLinkedIn - school-after-hours-podcast