Prime Time Palm Beach County has created a one-stop shop for gathering a wide range of resources to support out-of-school time practitioners run their programs virtual or in-person.  All resources provided should not be considered as advice, guidance or requirements. The resources provided do not attempt to interpret government orders.

Activities

Games for social distancing that are organized by age group and spaces where they can be played.

Local content experts, also known as Prime Time’s expanded learning opportunities, are offering in-person and virtual programming to Palm Beach County’s afterschool programs.

Activities for age groups K-2, 3-5 and 6-8, provided by local content experts in Palm Beach County.

Mizzen by Mott inspires, engages and sparks learning in young people. With activities from premier organizations like Jazz at Lincoln Center and powerful management tools, this new app can help you strengthen your afterschool program. Supported by the Mott Foundation, Mizzen is available at no cost to afterschool professionals!

Technology

INCREASE BANDWIDTH

If your program anticipates being open on or after Aug 31st, we encourage you to reach out to your internet provider today to increase your bandwidth capacity to ensure all children and youth in your program have access to the internet.

Explain to your internet provider the need for an increase in bandwidth and encourage them to offer your program promotions or an assessment of your account to lower costs to allow for this addition on your subscription. If you are a current Comcast customer, here is contact information to get you started:

Online safety tips for families to consider when going online.

Ensure the protection of youth and address the implications of the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act.

The Google Classroom Quick-Start Guide + resources, tips and tricks! – Ditch That Textbook

A guide to help outline how educators can leverage Zoom in a virtual learning environment.

Zoom tips to familiarize and offer helpful tips.

Communication

Guidebook is now providing a summer camp mobile app template to post camp schedule, activities, photos and more. The app will allow for communication with families.

Virtual Professional Development

Prime Time Palm Beach County is offering professional development in an online format for practitioners. OST practitioners in Palm Beach County who are currently not receiving an income, specifically front line staff, a $45 stipend for each three-hour professional development training that is completed.

General Operations

Florida Department of Children and Families

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Resources

Updated September 4, 2020