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Training: One Hour Session
What Are Linkages?

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Before Viewing
Ask participants to define "linkages" between the regular and after-school day.

Viewing the Video
As they watch, have participants record examples of linkages they see in the video, as well as any questions that emerge.

Discussion Questions
• What are the examples of linkages you noted?
• How do they resonate with your school and program's goals?
• What are the differences in your program?
• What might you try back in your class or program?

On the Video:

School:	Gordon
Setting:	Urban/Suburban
Grade Level:	Middle School
What to Note:	Homework help system Teacher communication
School:	Esperanza
Setting:	Urban
Grade Level:	Elementary
What to Note:	Enrichment activities linked to literacy Communication with families
School:	Thousand Oaks
Setting:	Suburban
Grade Level:	Elementary
What to Note:	Innovative use of very limited space Enrichment activities
School:	Big Rapids
Setting:	Rural
Grade Level:	Middle School
What to Note:	Internal communication between day and after-school teachers

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