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The BOOST Conference goes above and beyond to cultivate an incredibly amazing, beneficial, and fun experience for all types of educators, in which they can take what they've learned and bring it back to their communities!


I had a wonderful time! The workshops were thought-provoking and provided a safe space for many BIPOC educators.


This was an exceptional experience. I would recommend this to everyone who works with children in any capacity.


BOOST is the Absolute Best!!!


BOOST offers the most engaging and interactive participant experience that I have ever had at a conference.


The BOOST Conference always has inspiring, motivating, has interesting presenters, exhibits, and workshops that team build, encourage and energize that educator spirit in you and that desire to want to make a difference and continue the passion in education.


Before BOOST I was feeling burnt, defeated, and needed to be rejuvenated. But after BOOST I went back to work and was able to tell everyone that my cup was filled and I felt inspired again.


The conference is a well-oiled machine. Well done again!


I greatly appreciated the breaks between sessions as a networking and decompression opportunity. Very well paced.


BOOST is our Disneyland!


I didn't really have an idea what I was going to experience at the BOOST Conference but left with new tools, practices, and mentality to better support my students.


Thank you for all the hard work and dedication it took to put on this conference.


This conference was the positive energy and networking amongst great people we all missed so much during the pandemic.


Can I just say what a comeback and wow was it worth the wait!


This was a top tier conference experience. Can't wait for next year!


I had a really great time. It was very rewarding experience and a great opportunity to step back and refresh before finishing off the school year. Definitely recommend for everyone to go to BOOST.


Thank you for this experience and the impact it makes in the field of education. BOOST is a must when working in the education field. Reignite your SPARK, network with a purpose, and collaborate with advocates, at BOOST.


Just so grateful for what you've put together!


Wonderful job everyone! It was incredible to see so many people from all over the world come together to support young people at this time.


BOOST was a career re-energizer. It was nice to be around people who believed in the same thing I did. YOUTH!!"


The planning, execution, and attention to detail are very impressive. So many options and exhibits and sticky notes and atta boys.


BOOST ROCKS!


The BOOST Conference was the single most inspirational event I have attended in my 30-year career in youth services. The opportunity to develop key contacts, initiate new ideas and projects, and develop and creative mindset to programme creation was ever present.


Such a sunny, positive convention!


As a first time BOOSTer, I was impressed with the variety of options to choose from which included live podcast, film and discussion, workshops, group discussions, hands-on learning and pop-up events.


After two years of isolation due to pandemic, it was so refreshing to be around so many smiling faces again. Learning, sharing, and networking with creative, innovative, passionate, and purpose-driven individuals from all over the country was inspiring. I look forward to continuing to be thought partners with these amazing individuals so we can all continue to build on the impact we have on our students and families that we serve.


It was the best and most relevant conference I have attended!


OUTSTANDING CONFERENCE.


Best Conference for Educators!


The small BOOST staff team reflects the power of the field to make miracles happen, in service of our students. This event was well organized, had a vibrant spirit and feel in all spaces, and offers valuable resources and information to those doing this transformational work.


This conference is a MUST DO for all after-school youth workers!


This is the first time I have ever attended the BOOST Conference. The organization of this event was phenomenal. The presenters were extremely informative. I was very happy to be a part of such an informative event!


BOOST relights that spark that lives in all of us


Great conference. I loved and appreciated the design team's hard work. Tia for President 2023!


BOOST was just the reset I needed. Being surrounded by individuals who have similar passions, values and goals is a unique experience. It’s an investment in yourself, your organization, your future, and those you serve. The BOOST buzz still lingers.


It was VERY well organized. Lots for people to do. Tons of vendors. Workshops are always hard to decide.


To anyone struggling with programming or finding direction for your out-of-school time program, attending the BOOST Conference is well worth the expense and the trip. The wealth of resources and training available there was mind-blowing. I left feeling confident that I could boost my programs to a higher level of quality.


I have attended a multitude of conferences over the past 25 years and I can say without reservation that BOOST covers all aspects of the Field and keeps everyone engaged from beginning to end...


BOOST, as always, is awesome! Hands down the best after school conference. Wish I could take all of my team members.


Absolutely loved it! BOOST Conference is a great opportunity to be surrounded by people who have the same or similar goals as you and leave you feeling inspired. It reminds you of your "why" and gives you the resources to practice and elevate your program.


This was my first time attending the BOOST Conference and the experience I had was exceptional. The Conference was very professionally organized and easy to navigate well done to all involved


I loved the conference. I felt like I found other like-minded people in body, mind, and soul. I felt connected and developed a newfound sense of purpose to embody when I came back to Tulsa.


The BOOST Conference experience created a world-class environment for higher learning and provided numerous opportunities for networking across the international sector…


Thank you for coming to the event and empowering each one of us. This was very beneficial. So much information was taken in. I could not have asked for a better experience. Each one of them was personable and made the attendees feel heard and important.


I loved it, such a good way to learn new things and meet new people from all around


BOOST Conference a wonderful event for networking with other youth development professionals looking for a fresh outlook on youth programming.


I love BOOST :)


Great from start to finish...provided a much-needed “boost” and reinvigorated the professional soul. Thank you for a great conference!


Love the whole theme of the conference. The world needs more of this.


Thank you for an amazing experience! This was an incredible week with a lot of inspiring and empowering people! I am extremely grateful to have attended the BOOST Conference and look forward to sharing my knowledge and skills with my colleagues and Young People in Ireland.


The overall experience was amazing. The workshops I attended were delivered effectively and networking provided great opportunities to link with organizations.


Anyone who is passionate about expanded learning needs to attend BOOST! Not only do you get top-rate workshops that develop your skills, but you also find your people. It can't be overstated how important it is to spend time with those who are as passionate about expanded learning as you are! It rejuvenates a person, and you will go back to your job inspired and ready to tackle any issues you may face. I've never met better humans than those that work in expanded learning, and there is nothing better than spending a few uninterrupted days with them sharing ideas and inspiration.


Traveling from Northern Ireland to Palm Springs for the BOOST conference was very worthwhile. I got the opportunity to listen to some fantastic speakers and meet people who are so passionate about their jobs and the difference they can make to young people’s lives. I will take back to my staff team my new learning and embed this within our service.


You were all amazing! So many choices to choose from. Loved the networking aspect of it.


I had a fantastic experience at BOOST and have arrived back to work feeling refreshed, motivated, and with a huge list of ideas and activities to use in my work with young people!


LOVED IT! Could this be replicated on the east coast?!?


BOOST was the inspiration we all need right now. The topics were varied, the opportunities were plenty, and the networking was endless. The blend of in and out of school time providers was critical to providing programming that truly matters and supports our youth.


This was the best conference I have ever attended.


This was definitely a worthwhile experience. I met people from ALL over and, even though I have been doing this job for over 30 years, I learned some new things!


I always enjoy my time at BOOST! It's so WONDERFUL getting to spend time networking with others and learning how to better connect with, engage, and empower our youth!


Love the energy of this conference, I hope I can go again next year.


Had a great time there and will come back for sure.


Best exhibit hall yet, over 50 conferences attended, great job with great resources- Keep up the good work.


I was really impressed by everyone's willingness to open up and share their personal stories with complete strangers. This willingness helped to create immediate connections.


IT WAS AMAZING! THIS WAS THE BEST PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT EVER! Can't wait to go back! Highly recommended!


A fantastic conference that provided major learning experiences for me. I thoroughly enjoyed it from start to finish. Thanks.


Coming from Northern Ireland to attend the conference, I wasn't sure what to expect! However, I found the organisers and delegates, extremely welcoming. As such, It didn’t take me long to feel comfortable in my new surroundings and be part of the wider BOOST family.


The learning experiences gained from attending the various seminars and workshops, along with the opportunity to engage with a diverse range of people, were both exciting and at the same time, informative. Thanks to all involved for creating such a wonderful experience for me! I know that my time spent with you will be to the benefit of the young people I have the privilege to work with!!


The conference was inspirational on every level and I left with a range of practical and intellectual insights and affirmations.


Was amazing and so refreshing. Thank you for the awesome experience. It's one I'll never forget and look forward to attending next year.


Keep up the amazing work you all do!


I love attending BOOST. I get to network with others in my field whether a site coordinator or an administrator. We are all there for the same reason...looking for ways to support our youth. It's a great place to re-energize and grab the BOOST to keep us in the game.


BOOST Conference was a great opportunity to learn more! Thanks so much!


Great conference. I came back empowered and energized.


Great way to network and learn from other educators around the world, you gain a different perspective


It's important for afterschool professionals to get together to share resources, ideas, and stories. This conference is an opportunity to do this.


What an amazing experience. Fun, educational, and a great opportunity to reunite the passion when working with children. 


BOOST is awesome! BOOST provides a unique opportunity for passionate after school professionals to receive development in relevant areas that help them personally and professionally.


BOOST- Living up to its name!


Overall, I give everything an A+


BOOST is an excellent place to build strong relationships with colleagues and other like-minded practitioners doing the hard heart work of education.


One of the very best educational conferences I have attended in my 30 years in the field.


I had a fun time, meeting new people and learning new things. The team was AMAZING...very welcoming.


I can honestly say, this may be the best conference I have ever attended.


This conference provided some great resources to improve leadership skills. Our team was very impressed with some of the speakers and their engagement of a wide array of individuals!


It was a tough year, and I am simply thankful that we got to get back to BOOST.


"The conference was a great mix of fun and education. There was something for everybody there!


You need to go in order to experience it!


Being a new to BOOST the high level and interactive sessions adding with the "no matter your comfort level there is something for that" networking events makes this conference one of if not the best.


It was my first time at BOOST and I loved it! I can't wait for next year. I learned so much.


BOOST is the BEST!


That leadership team of yours ROCKS!


Very organized. Awesome job.


I can't wait to attend next year


Great conference I hope I get to attend again next year


BOOST provides an amazing opportunity to dive deeper into the topics that are important to the OST world.


I felt supported as an attendee and had a blast.


AMAZING conference!


This was our first time at BOOST and we will definitely be returning.


Thank you. Hooray for BOOST! I will try to be back next year with more of my staff!


The BOOST Conference was an awesome experience full of helpful tools and networking opportunities. I will definitely attend in the future.


This was my first BOOST and I had an amazing time. I made great connections and look forward to returning next year.


Valuable information that I will be able to use throughout the school year with my programs. Everyone there had the same mission of helping our students as much as possible. Very friendly and welcoming environment.


Thank you for a great training, amazing speakers and excellent hospitality.


It was tremendous the amount of work that went into this on behalf of those providing experiences for our nation's children and youth in out-of-school time. I was amazed.


This was my first time attending and I’m very grateful for this experience. All workshops were relevant to not only after school programs but also on a personal level. I can’t wait to attend next year!


BOOST 2022 was an amazing experience. I have gained so many tools and also was able to get refreshed on subject matter that is important to me. I was able to meet a lot of great folks, some of which I hope to partner with I the future.


I loved the networking ability that was offered. I was able to meet a lot of like-minded individuals.


Great experience that allowed me to grow as an educator. I learned new tools and ideas about how to mentor and assist my students as well as different ways to conduct my classroom. I will carry what I learned for many years to come.


Great organization, awesome workshops, a lot of inspiration.


Thank you for allowing us to be connected again!


I had a fun and enriching experience. Thank you!


Great experience that allowed me to grow as an educator. I learned new tools and ideas about how to mentor and assist my students as well as different ways to conduct my classroom. I will carry what I learned for many years to come.


The energy at the BOOST conference reminds me the importance of our work with young people. I was revived and ready to finish the year out!


I was very impressed with the organization and variety of sessions, session types and activities; it was my first time attending BOOST and it was fantastic!


I loved every minute of BOOST! Take me back!!


Great experience, 10/10 would come back!


Refreshing and invigorating opportunity to improve ourselves to improve our youth.


Hands down the best professional development I have experienced in my career- thank you.


Thank you for allowing us to be connected again!


The workshops were very inspirational. It was amazing to learn from people in the after school world who are making a difference in youth lives.


BOOST Attendees lift each other up, a BOOST indeed!


I got a high octane BOOST!


I was inspired by all the amazing people across the country doing hard, brilliant, important work for youth in OST!


It was such a great learning experience & the whole experience motivated me to do even more for the children, families, and staff in our program!


BOOST 2022 was wonderful! Very informative and it was great networking with all our Expanded Learning colleagues again. I learned a great deal and am ready for summer and 2023. Thank you!


Tia and her group do a wonderful job putting BOOST together. It was great being back in person. You could see how happy everyone was to see each other.


BOOST provides a great experience for after school leaders to move their programs to the next level.


Great Conference and amazing team building with our after school team!


A great experience and would definitely recommend to anyone.


Meeting people with similar stories and seeing you are not alone brought me happy tears.


BOOST Conference is a fantastic melting pot of like-minded people who just want to do the very best by the communities and kids that they serve. There are an abundant amount of resources, presentations and networking events that make this this place to be at the end of April. Leaving this conference, my team felt excited to put their new found knowledge to practice.


This conference is not to be missed, incredible experience, knowledgeable presenters and a tremendous amount of fun!


The energy and variety of sessions at BOOST were amazing! So excited to be able to present with such great people!


I was in such awe at being part of the first in person BOOST conference. I was excited to see everyone in person and connect with individuals that I have only seen in Zoom. I appreciated connecting with my colleagues and experiencing the workshops together. It was exciting and I hope to be back.


Excellent...again!!


Overall, it was a wonderful experience being part of BOOST conference. It renewed my energy and gave me lots of new ideas that I can implement in. my daily activities with the children. I simply love it.


I loved participating in the BOOST Conference 2022. BOOST gave me the opportunity to meet new people, I got new ideas for my program also. Interacting with vendors was fantastic too because we can see what kind of new educational materials are available to help kids with their daily academic assignments. Thank you BOOST for all that you do.


The keynote speakers were fabulous. The workshop presenters provided valuable content. I am a first-time attendee at BOOST Conference and relatively new to OST field, and I highly recommend the event for both the professional learning and the passionate inspiration of the people.


BEST CONFERENCE EVER!


If you are in the Out of School world, BOOST is THE conference that cannot be missed out on. In comparison to other conferences across the country. BOOST offers a variety of workshops that address the wealth of issues and interests faced in out of school. Its spectrum makes it a worthwhile experience for staff of all backgrounds, and essential to new managers seeking to understand their role and innovate their programs. If I was able to, I would take at least two people per site each year as everyone walks away re-energized and with new ideas.


BOOST gave me the opportunity to learn from fellow youth development professionals from around the globe. The workshops, panels, and group discussions allowed me to feel a sense of community, and comradery, and gifted me more insight on the various challenges that we are all facing together as OST programs--and how to overcome those obstacles."


The BOOST Conference was SO SO SO REFRESHING. A number of people, including new friends I made at this Conference, colleagues I met in person for the first time, and folks with whom I was reunited after years apart, and I were saying this during BOOST and are still saying this a few weeks after, about how refreshing and rejuvenating and reenergizing it was to reconnect in this setting. After several years of feeling surrounded by so much negative and feeling very disillusioned by, disappointed in, and hurt again and again by decisions being made in the education and OST fields, BOOST quickly replaced all of those feelings with immense positivity and hope - assurance that great things are happening and that people, at all levels of influence, are working to make sustainable transformations. I felt and feel inspired.

 

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2023 BOOST CONFERENCE ACCOLADES

So many people I spoke to throughout the week remarked that BOOST is by far the best conference for OST and Expanded Learning, with many of them returning for their 5th, 6th, 7th year or more. It's clear that BOOST has created a community of practice for the OST field that it is beloved by all who participate.


I have to say this convention is so amazing.  You all do such a wonderful job with all the fun events.  It’s so exciting to attend, friendly and such a happy place.


BOOST provides me with a sense of community and belonging!


I have always loved attending BOOST each year.  So many other Conferences claim that they have an EXLP focus, but then only offer one or two Expanded Learning Sessions. The BOOST Conference really in the Super Bowl for Before and After School Learning Resources!!


I feel very 'boosted' up for afterschool!


This was my first BOOST, but I am certain it won't be my last. What a phenomenal conference! The energy was outstanding, the collaboration was infectious, and there was joy in every space. Thank you for the effort that went into making it so successful. It was evident how much the leadership cared about the success of the event!


BOOST is the best use of three days of PD. Literally every workshop and event I learn so much from.


BOOST gave me back the motivation that I once lost. BOOST helped me realize the changes that I want to make in my program, this was an amazing experience.


The conference was outstanding. I had the honor to present to a beautiful group of people, which was life-changing. The BOOST staff was knowledgeable and accommodating with anything I needed. Everyone should attend the BOOST Conference at least once in their life. It will motivate and inspire you in the most fantastic way.


BEST Conference to gain resources for your program.


If you want to learn it you can find it at BOOST!


I had a great time and learned so much!


Boosting us to new heights!


Fun, Entertaining, Educational, Helpful!


Thank you for creating a professional learning experience that reflects and honors the expanded learning field.


BOOST is the best conference for out of school time programming in the country!


I got to connect, refresh, and be inspired!  I am so pumped to bring back all I learned and I am grateful to have been recharged while attending.


I loved getting to network and hear from other OST providers.  It was a great opportunity to gain insight and learn from one another.


Just the mere idea that 3,000 folks from all over the country came together through a shared experience was immeasurably powerful! So many great ideas, personalities, and stories were shared throughout the week. There is no better opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired!


BOOST offered me the space to breathe and be me. I loved working and learning from so many amazing professionals while also being able to have fun and relax!


It was my first BOOST Conference but definitely won't be my last!


Such a refreshing conference, I felt empowered to be surrounded by people who love our youth.


This was a great conference and provided a wealth of knowledge to use in the after school program and beyond!


The opportunities at BOOST know no bounds. From workshops to networking and so much more, BOOST is jam-packed with new knowledge, new connections, and new inspiration. The variety of approaches to learning that are offered make the conference truly accessible, and there are elements of fun, joy, and celebration built into every experience. My only critique is that there's SO much to do, it's impossible to participate in everything. But, that ability to always get something new will keep me coming back year after year.


The keynote speakers were PHENOMENAL!!


BOOST 2023- Highly motivating, well worth the time and money.


Please continue offering BOOST Conferences in the future. I am B O O S T E D!!!


BOOST is the place to be for all positions working in our field. So many opportunities for growth, connection, understanding, and networking.


BOOST is the conference to be at each year with its warm and welcoming vibe and built-in opportunities to meet new people through fun and lively events.


BOOST was such a great time of learning and networking! Everyone I interacted with while there was just as excited about BOOST as I was. I have come back to my site so pumped for next school year! There are a lot of resources and tools I obtained while at BOOST that will help make our program that much better, stronger and FUN!


BOOST is a great place for likeminded individuals to share their experiences and ideas with one another.  We all want to make a difference in the life of America's youth.  Thank you for making this event possible and for shining a spotlight on expanded learning programs.


I came away feeling so inspired to continue working toward creating liberatory, fun, creative learning spaces that honor my students' assets and provide them the confidence and skills they will need in an ever-evolving world.


It was nothing less than amazing.


The networking, excitement, and collaborative design of the BOOST conference made it one of the conferences I wouldn't want to miss!


Awesome conference! Truly led by a vision of the potential youth workers have in creating opportunities for children and youth.


I really enjoyed meeting people that were in my field from all over the world.


The BOOST Conference provided an exceptional variety of workshops, activities, exhibits, and speakers that both informed and inspired! Definitely want to attend next year!


BOOST is THE place to be for anyone working in OST!


Thank you for the recharge for my spirit. Can’t wait to bring the same energy back to my team.


BOOST 2023 was so much fun! I learned a lot and had a great time networking! I will be back!


I had an amazing time at the 2023 BOOST Collaborative Conference! The event was engaging and energizing, and I had ample opportunities to network with like-minded individuals. The conference provided valuable insights into the expanded learning and OST systems nationwide, and I learned about best practices in the field. Overall, it was a fantastic experience that left me feeling motivated and inspired!


This was an incredible conference. Many conferences feel fluffy and cheesy, but BOOST provided deeply invested people who have mileage with youth. I was grateful for the speakers and the workshop presenters. I loved the option of films and hands-on learning through the Camp Inspire workshops - thank you for covering various forms of learning!


Felt BOOSTED when I came back! Still BOOSTING!!!!


Love this conference. It reignites my passion for OST each year.


BOOST Conference was a well-attended and educational conference. There were many opportunities for collaboration and learning. Free resources are provided by many different organizations that will be helpful in my program.


BOOST was a wonderful way to rejuvenate and squash the burnout we all may feel from time to time. Many were reminded of their "why" and it was a refreshing experience to be able to share passions with other like-minded individuals in the field. The networking opportunities were hands down the best experience I've had in my 6 years of working in Expanded Learning, and the workshops and learning opportunities catered to a variety of interests and needs. Looking forward to next year's conference!


BOOST does a great job putting together all the elements necessary to produce a wonderful conference experience. Sunny Palm Springs = happy learners


BOOST in sunny Palm Springs is a great learning and networking opportunity for educational professionals.


Definitely a fun learning experience!


This year's conference was spot on with the training sessions, the training facilitators and the app. The team I took with me this year was inspired and motivated by the great content and delivery from the training sessions. Please continue to provide the best and most relevant information for us in the afterschool field. GREAT JOB BOOST TEAM!


As a first-time attendee, I appreciated the orientation. I never felt overwhelmed and the overall experience was a "BOOST" to my staff and our programming!


This was an overall great experience and I truly enjoyed gaining knowledge from others in the field.


I learned a lot at the BOOST conference and made some new friends.


This was my first BOOST conference in my 17 years working in education as an out of school time provider. The many topics to choose from reinforced the fact that there is still so much more to learn. I am grateful for the opportunity to learn, connect, and grow as an OST professional and look forward to attending next year.


I wish I could close program for a week and bring my entire team to BOOST! I just know they would enjoy it just as much as I do, and would learn so much more.


The BOOST Conference is the place to be if you want to be energized and inspired!  A few of the reasons I attend BOOST are- outstanding keynote speakers that make you stop, think, and sometimes shed a tear; excellent workshops and exhibitors who provide new and innovative ideas for programming; and great networking opportunities.


This year was my first BOOST Conference, and it was wonderful to see and network with partner organizations and new friends on the West Coast. There were lots of great resources and opportunities to learn from my colleagues in out-of-school time!


Boost 2023 -Highly motivating, well worth the time and money.


Centered on how we can be in community to support young people - a daily question that sometimes can feel very lonely but not at BOOST!  Thank you for keeping me hopeful, energized, and feeling connected.


It was a really great conference with lots of opportunities to grow and learn!


Plenty of things to take in at BOOST, it was a great event for our team!


Y'all are doing a great job! Keep up the amazing work!


Our time together as a team at BOOST was one that allowed us to learn together, have fun together and work on building stronger relationships together.  Together we are better because of BOOST!


This was my first BOOST Conference and I had a really great time. I loved being able to connect and see all the different programs/products that I was able to get information on to take back to my colleagues and tell them why these would serve a great purpose for our program and our community. The workshops that I attended were excellent and I was able to learn a lot just in those 45-minute workshops too.


This conference was fun, exciting, interactive, and truly an eye-opener!! 


Wonderfully organized event. Great presenters and speakers. Very enthusiastic group of leaders.


It is a fantastic week. Everything runs so smoothly.


Love the workshops and activities that BOOST offers.


It was an honor to be able to participate in the BOOST Conference. The booths, workshops, and keynote speakers were very informational and inspirational. If I ever get the opportunity to go again, I would sign up in a heartbeat. Thank you BOOST!


Great job!


Best conference EVER.


The conference was OUTSTANDING and I hope to come back next year.


The volunteers working BOOST were wonderful.


This is a must-attend event for OST Programs.


I really love coming to BOOST, this year was no different!  I have attended since 2013 or 2014. This year the vendors were really great and engaging, that is a huge plus! I enjoyed the film festival choices this year as well!


BOOST is an amazing experience. Being able to bring in and manage so many Expanded Learning professionals is beyond words. Intentional learning, networking, sharing experiences, informative workshops and having fun just like our youth have fun.


BOOST is a great energizer to help push through the last few weeks of the school year. I am motivated to create new partnerships and also continue to build meaningful relationships with folks statewide, nationwide and a global scale. It's really great to share experiences and learn from so many people who are doing amazing things!


This was my first time coming to BOOST and it was a very positive experience. The networking was awesome and lots of planned activities to keep everyone busy. I was exposed to lots of new ideas to bring back to my site and my team.


The most engaging professional development event I have ever attended, thank you!


BOOST is a unique amazing experience where out-of-school time professionals can network, learn and grow!


BOOST was a conference full of emotions. From the keynote speakers touching your heart and reminding us why we work with children, to learning new techniques on how to better engage with our students. BOOST was one amazing conference. Really hoping to attend next year.


BOOST is a boost of energy and inspiration right when we need it most to make summer and expanded learning happen for all youth!


BOOST was an absolutely amazing conference!!! Learning, collaborating, inspiring are only a few words that come to mind when I think of my experience at BOOST.


The networking, excitement, and collaborative design of the BOOST conference made it one of the conferences I wouldn't want to miss!


Thank you for everything you do! Huge impact across the board!


BOOST has a culture that is focused on continuous improvement and child-focused where educators can share their learning and take this back to provide better outcomes for children.


The atmosphere and networking are the top when it comes to conferences.


BOOST was an incredible opportunity to be able to learn from like-minded people who were focused on not only expanding ourselves, but the people and programs we touch when we return home. I loved being able to see the diversity in those that attend and diversity in sessions offered to meet such a large range of needs and interests of betterment. I appreciated the keynotes that displayed direct understanding regarding some of the largest challenges faced by the kids we aim to impact in our own programs to give hope in what can often be dim areas. The heart of everyone there and seeing a collective drive to lift their goals up across the country was really inspiring. I'm so excited to use the new resources in programming with our members!


I really enjoyed the BOOST Conference. I look forward to returning with a team next year.


The sessions were great, the exhibits were informational, and I had a terrific time.


I'm so grateful that I was able to attend and present at BOOST for the first time this year! The energy I received from participants in my sessions was infections and will be carried with me into a busy spring training season!


The BOOST conference was well organized and offered so many opportunities to learn, network and just enjoy the company of like-minded professionals from all over the country. It was great!


The BOOST Conference was an amazing experience. Being able to network with so many different people from across the country was a great way to share ideas and tie them into my after-school program. The workshops were also a fun way to learn and expand my mind. I would recommend the conference to my colleagues and would love to attend future BOOST conferences in the years to come.


I absolutely loved attending the BOOST Conference this year. It was my first time, and I would definitely come back year after year. The caliber of presentations and speakers was high, and the content was exceptional. As someone who works at a state network and not directly with youth, I was able to attend a full lineup of sessions that were relevant to my work with other OST professionals.


It was helpful to be able to talk to presenters, teachers, and program directors about what they are doing in the various programs they are providing in their schools. The exhibit hall gave me the opportunity to find ways to enhance the programs we are creating for our school district.


There is no better conference than BOOST to network, recharge your batteries and have fun!


The BOOST conference is the most relevant and immersive educational conference I have ever attended in my twenty-plus years of work. It is an invigorating and refreshing experience for anyone who works in out-of-school time programs with an amazing network of experts. Our school community has greatly benefited by our attendance at BOOST!


I love the BOOST Conference because it is so interactive, inspiring, and educational.


Thank you for an amazing conference with a wealth of resources and networking opportunities.


Inspiring. I felt like I got to be a kid again.


This year was my first year attending BOOST and I am hoping to come back again next year. It was great getting to meet after school staff from all over the country that have the same passion and drive to create the best program for their students. The conference also allowed me to see so many great companies that create really great products that would provide such great learning opportunities for the students.


If you are looking for high energy, some motivation, and just new ways to get your students up, moving, and learning look no more. The BOOST Conference has all of this and so much more.


I appreciate all the hard work that was put into making the BOOST Conference available and also providing spaces where we can all relate to one another and share ideas. In some cases, it was very much healing. I absorbed a lot of great information/tools to bring back to our after school program.


This was a high-paced, interactive conference that provided the attendees with a lot of resources and options.


BOOST was not only a learning conference for me but it boosted my confidence that I needed to bring back to my program. Just because we are not paid enough or appreciated enough doesn’t mean we don’t matter and that we are making a difference in our kids lives on a daily basis. I left BOOST with life long friends. It was such a great experience and I hope I can attend next year.


BOOST! Such a BLESSING!


I went into the conference not expecting to make any connections, but I was wrong! I met new people at every workshop, meals, and events. I encountered other professionals who were more than willing to have conversations about how I could improve myself and be a better educator for my students.


The BOOST Conference offers many learning opportunities for any type of program.


The conference provided my team and I with a lot of opportunities to grow in the OST field.  We are taking the information back to our community and sharing it with others in our field.


I would like to send a big Thank You to the presenter‚ the volunteers, and overall those involved in organizing and executing the workshops and activities.


I was so impressed with the BOOST Conference that I want to come back year after year! From inspiring keynote speakers to hands-on workshops, and making fun connections before and after the learning was AMAZING! There is something to be said about people coming together from all over the country with a common goal to learn how to better serve our students and families that is very special.


The keynote speakers were absolutely amazing and all had a heartfelt testimony to share.


Great conference and the positive vibe is appreciated.


The BOOST Conference was one of the most engaging conferences I've attended in my 16 years in education!


BOOST included a wide variety of exhibitors making for an even more interesting event than your average conference. I enjoyed every minute. There was no shortage of things to do. I plan to attend next year.


BOOST is a great time to reenergize, be inspired, and grow as an educator!


This conference was a great opportunity for members of our 21st CCLC team to learn new approaches, see a variety of program opportunities, and to have fun!  We will be bringing back lots of insight and some of these opportunities to share with our students!


Great job to the event organizers! It was a blast! I had a great time letting my inner child out, meeting new people, and learning new games and ways to improve after school programs.


Live, Laugh and Learn at BOOST and make sure you absorb all you want/can.


If you ever get a chance to attend relish every moment because it’s all over too soon. You will develop relationships that may last a lifetime.


The BOOST Conference stands out as one of the best conferences I've had the opportunity to attend. A perfect blend of business and pleasure, it serves as a place to learn and relax. The BOOST Conference does a wonderful job of providing networking opportunities to see some old faces and meet some new ones. I highly recommend the BOOST Conference.


BOOST IS INSPIRING.


The energy at BOOST is amazing, I don't think there was one person in a bad mood.


I love this conference because it provides a wide variety of workshops that fit my needs. I also love the opportunity to connect with attendees from other states and share best practices.


BOOST Conference is great for direct line staff to get access to some techniques and information that can increase the quality of services they provide, to bring some awesome ideas into programs, and a great networking opportunity.


Great experience meeting people from all over the states doing the same important work we do.


BOOST in the boost I need before heading into summer programming! There is something so energizing about being in space with humans who understand the value and power of expanded learning, humans who are passionate about the same things as you. For anyone who is feeling burnt out, who has lost sight of your why, come to BOOST. You'll find it again, I promise!


This was my first BOOST Conference. Thank you for providing inspiring messages, experiences, and valuable tools and resources for educators.


Great Conference! A great place to learn how to prepare our students for their future!


The BOOST Conference was very well organized making for a pleasant first experience.


BOOST has provided my team with the opportunity to learn from cutting-edge vendors and service providers that are often recognized nationally.


BOOST has been an awesome experience! This is my first year and I will be definitely coming back. So many resources and workshops to bring back to not only our students but staff as well


Can’t wait until next year!


This conference helped me better serve my students and I was able to bring back so many resources and tools to my site!


Thank you for an awesome conference.


This was my first year attending the BOOST Conference after barely more than one year working in youth services. It was eye-opening to meet so many people working across sectors, settings, and age groups to serve our nation's youth. I learned so much and hope to attend again in future years.


#feelingboosted


The BOOST Conference brings together a very diverse group of educators, and the energy at the conference is extremely positive. Excellent networking opportunities, and workshops to learn new strategies.


This was an incredible conference. I had a hard time deciding which workshops to go to. High caliber of presenters.


This was my first time at BOOST Conference and I loved it. The workshops were great, the networking events were fun and engaging, and the keynote speakers were phenomenal. 10's across the board. I look forward to coming back next year.


The BOOST Conference reassured me I am in the right field of work.


This amazing conference was motivating, inspiring and insightful.  BOOST is an experience I will hold close to my heart, as gathering with like-minded people was so meaningful.


Everything is possible when we come together and collaborate and become one.


Really enjoyed all the speakers leading the sessions and sharing their knowledge.


BOOST created an empowering and uplifting experience that wonderfully impacted our staff as they gained valuable and practical skills.


The BOOST Conference was just what I needed to give me the BOOST I needed. This was my first time attending the conference, so I was hoping to get at least a little something out of it to bring back to my site the kids, staff, and myself, but what I gained was so much more!


The BOOST Conference helped me realize just how alike many cities across America are when it comes to education and youth and made me realize that we are not alone in this fight to protect our children!


BOOST was equally fun and productive - a great time to get away, collaborate with your team, and meet other like-minded individuals who become partners and friends.


I love the BOOST Conference. I get to meet a lot of people from different places that have different ideas. The events are always awesome. 

 

ACCOLADES

2019 BOOST CONFERENCE ACCOLADES

I have attended many conferences over the past 20 years and BOOST is my Number 1.


The BOOST Conference allows attendees to learn, reflect, and connect with other professionals in the OST field. The workshops, keynotes, presenters, and diverse and relevant resources pump my creative juices and inspire brainstorming and team building ultimately leading to program improvement. I attend conferences throughout the school year and this conference, by far, has the BEST energy, rich in content, and creates a sense of community. BOOST embraces our journey in youth development and gives you the spark of hope and positivity, just as the year-end burnout creeps in. Thank you BOOST for every intentional and purposeful detail, this conference experience is magnificent!


Thank you for always organizing a great conference. It sure has grown!


I really enjoyed this conference. My second time attending and I always come back with plenty to share with my staff and kiddos!


Attending BOOST was a wonderful experience and I am forever changed.


Such a well thought out conference- well-staffed, quality workshops, extended activities, quality vendors...I was very impressed.


Thank you for putting on this fantastic event year after year!


I loved BOOST this year more than last year! I love hearing speakers that relate to our youth and to us as educators, it makes it that more meaningful to be part of the movement.


Thank you for a wonderful week filled with fun and entertaining classes.


Thank you for all your hard work organizing the conference. It's always a great experience.


I really appreciated the focus on engaging attendees in both informal and formal ways. There was something for everybody, and different personalities could be engaged in different but meaningful ways.


I love this conference. Love being able to network and learn from others.


Great outstanding conference! Always walk away with something positive from the BOOST CONFERENCE!


Thank you for continuing to think about how to normalize conversations of equity at this conference.


The conference was awesome…just like the first year I attended.


Thank you for making everyone so welcome. It is great to see what a difference everyone is making in our youth's lives!


The BEST conference for educators in the country! Thank you for doing this.


Great job, once again. Thank you for a great week, I'd been looking forward to it all year!


Great conference app and a variety of workshop sessions. I also enjoyed the Happy Hour networking event on Wednesday evening with the singer/performer.


Love the energy of this conference! It is so well organized and so fantastic- THANK YOU!!


We know BOOST is leading the way in professional development! Everyone wants to be like you! THANK YOU!


My team and I bonded, learned, and grew- thank you for the opportunity.


This was an amazing 1st experience and if my director doesn't pay for me next year, I'm still planning to come back.


I was so impressed with the conference that I would love to become apart of the volunteer planning team if that is possible. As renewed, excited an energized as I became, I just don't want it to end. To have the opportunity to network with like-minded individuals was such a big bonus for me.


This conference is amazing. I had first-timers tell me this is the best conference they ever attended. The finale is very high energy. It gets better every year. It’s like a great big family reunion!


I think it's the best conference I've ever been to.


Thank you and the leadership team- you did a great job.


This was by far one of the best conferences I've ever attended.


This was a life changing experience and I will be back next year!


I learned so much and had a great time and feel so re-energized for the end of the year.


Truly enjoyed the conference! I plan to attend next year! Thanks to everyone involved in the conference that had something for everyone and ran very smoothly!


Best conference for amazing people to come together and help mold brighter futures for our children.


Awesome Conference, I hope to keep coming for years to come.


I loved it all & the community of Palm Springs too! My first time to California & it was way more than I expected!! Loved the atmosphere, the people, the shops, & the street fair!! I CAN’T WAIT for next year & it’s only been 3 days! Thanks for all the work that was put into this big event. All this and my 300 littles will be the ones who will benefit the most from my trip to the conference. I’m already planning for next years after school clubs. I’m excited just thinking about next year!!!


There was so much variety at the conference and the networking events are so creative.


BOOST conference motivates to do my work better and gives me many tools to develop skills that make me more efficient in my work.


This conference is well structured and highly informative.


Love, love, love this conference.


This is my favorite conference. I always have so many takeaways.


This is my second time attending BOOST and each was amazing and well worth the travel. I come back with a renewed sense of purpose and energy.


The conference was very inspiring. I learn a lot of valuable information.


BOOST was resourceful and engaging. I walked away with a wealth of knowledge, resources, and connections.


I welcome the enthusiasm and thoughtfulness of the conference team.


It was a beautiful time to rejuvenate, meet like-minded people, learn things to take back to our school, and enjoy time for collaboration.


Huge shout out to the planning committee for one. This was my first time attending BOOST (I have attended multiple national conferences for other organizations) and I would come back and will tell my colleagues to pick BOOST. Wednesday was one of the best conference days I have ever had. Keynotes were amazing, sessions were awesome. WELL DONE EVERYONE!!!


Great conference, gets better every year!


Absolutely loved it, ready for next year!


Absolutely fantastic conference full of energy and positivity.


This was my first year attending, and I would highly recommend it to anyone who works with children, youth, or families.


I FOUND MY PEOPLE HERE! THANK YOU!


I attended in 2017 and enjoyed the conference. However, this experience was so much better. My sessions were amazingly impactful and fired me up to return to work!


I love BOOST and consider myself a BOOSTER!!


Very organized and well put together. Best conference I have attended.


It's more than a conference! It's a real community of practice in action!


It's always a refresher and re-motivator to attend with a team and to learn new things. The networking is always a lot of fun too!


BOOST is great! It's great for networking with people from around the country and the globe, the content is good and the BOOST staff is inspiring. I always enjoy this conference!


Thank you, for everything. Every year I learn something new. An exciting endeavor, that I collected the best from this conference.


I have been coming back year after year to BOOST to learn about the latest trends and needs in the OST community, to connect with leaders in the field, and fortunately, to present a workshop on NASA STEM education materials for the OST field. BOOST has evolved over the years into one of the most useful, fun, and relevant conferences in the field, attended by passionate leaders from many types of high-visibility organizations serving and caring for the welfare of children. I am moved by the open caring and spirit of service that is so prevalent at BOOST. The staff is so helpful and open to conversations that making connections with them is easy and fun.


Absolutely loved my first conference with BOOST! I walked away feeling refreshed, re-energized, and more confident; not just in my work life but in my personal life.


Wonderful conference, thank you for everything you do!


Loved the keynote speakers and the opportunity to collaborate with other professionals from around the state/nation. The networking for me was one of the greatest aspects of attending BOOST.


Well organized and smoothly run. Attendees were friendly, engaged, and happy.


It is amazing to see so many faces from all over the map, and connect in such a grand way!


I was pleased with the vast amount of workshop offerings and of course, you can not beat the location.....Palm Springs.....WOW!


I just want to be a part of this for years to come... it was incredible.


Great, stimulating and motivating conference and group of people!


I enjoyed the conference from start to finish! It is always motivating!


This is the best conference I go to.


I really enjoyed the conferences positive vibe throughout and the genuine conversations, thoughts, and ideas that were shared.


The conference provided uplifting and positive spirit for what we do. Very encouraging. Plenty of vendors that provided things that could benefit our program.


Thank you very much for all your hard work in making BOOST an amazing experience!


The entire conference was amazing. It was truly a life-changing experience for me.


BLT you did an amazing job. Thank you for all your hard work.


Really GREAT experience. It was my first time attending and I really hope I get the opportunity again next year. It's always amazing to see how many after school professionals there are across the world and how passionate we are about helping our youth thrive every day.

ACCOLADES

2016 BOOST Conference Accolades

Keynotes Father Gregory Boyle and Dr. Tererai Trent were amazing. Thank you!


This truly was the best one yet! Thank you for the work that your team did to put together a fantastic conference. What an inspirational experience we got to walk away with and a deep reminder of why we do the work we do!


The Keynote Speakers for this year's conference were excellent and spot on!  The committee did a great job in finding relevant and inspiring keynote speakers this year.


BOOST was exceptional! I enjoyed it very much!


Out of all the conferences I've gone to throughout my years of working at The Boys & Girls Club I never cried until coming to this one. Completely different, so powerful, amazing and inspiring. I loved the Keynote Speakers!


You outdid yourselves AGAIN! Thank you for having this.


So many valuable resources, ideas, and networking to benefit my programs.


You guys do incredible work!


Love the Keynote speakers and they all really moved me. I came back a different person because of their message. Thank you!


The exhibitors were absolutely phenomenal. All of the ideas were very useful and creative.


Thank you for your dedicated work on behalf of the youth we serve!


This was the BEST professional development experience I have had in my 13 years of teaching- thank you!


The overlapping of sessions and breakouts gave us many options, which was great.


The pre-conference academy was awesome and one of the best presentations of relevant material I've participated in at BOOST!


Morning recess idea is brilliant!


You all “ROCK”! Thank you for the AMAZING experience!


I love reconnecting with BOOST every year- it is like coming home.


I've been to many conferences and conventions and heard lots of speakers but none as good as the three you had.  How powerful and life-changing they were for me! It was amazing.


I felt like I learned a lot and the conference left me motivated to make positive changes in my program. I plan to implement a lot of ideas. I hope our district continues to send us to this conference because I think it will help us become a bigger asset for our students.


Please keep this conference going! I love it!


Thank you! It was a wonderful experience and I am working hard to bring our entire staff next year!


JOB WELL DONE KUDOS!!!!


This was my first year attending the BOOST Conference and let me say it was amazing. I loved to see the variety of workshops that were provided. I can't wait to attend next year thank you to all who made BOOST happen, awesome job.


I loved the BOOST conference, it was a life-changing experience for me personally and I would love to keep going every year if possible.


I do want to say great work on this conference!  I have been to 2 different national conferences this year and this was by far my favorite due to the content, schedule, location, and of course the networking/vendors!!! Thank you for your hard work!


Probably the best experience I've ever had. I learned so much. I can't wait for next year!


The leadership team is incredible. This conference was one of the best I have ever attended and I can't wait to return. You have an amazing thing going here and all afterschool professionals should be clamoring to attend. Thank you!


I was completely impressed with the conference and hope to return in order to take advantage of the amazing variety of options.


I really enjoyed the 2016 conference!! I hope that we will be invited back again next year. I was a school teacher for 30 years I am now retired, but there is always something new for us to learn.  The experience of networking with the people at the conference and the presenters were a definite fit for me. I learned a lot to carry back and use. I also shared my materials and expertise with the daytime staff and they really enjoyed the games and stories too. Thank you so much.


BOOST was really was the best conference I've ever been to. We will be back next year.


Keep up the wonderful job that you ALL do!!!

ACCOLADES

2017 BOOST Conference Accolades

Great job! Such a great conference!


To say that the conference was awesome would be an understatement!


I had a great time at the conference it was fun, lively and enjoyable.


The BOOST Conference is always a great learning and networking opportunity. I appreciate all the hard work that went in behind the scenes...it showed! Thank you for a wonderful opportunity and I'm looking forward to next year!


This was my 3rd BOOST Conference. I love BOOST and will continue to attend if I am able to. It is such a "boost", refresher that it's like a re-energizer. Kudos to the wonderful job the team does to put on such a grand event. The raffles were awesome.


The networking and demonstrations of programming were excellent opportunities to see and engage in programs.


This was my first year attending and I was blown away! Very useful sessions with info that I can apply in my program immediately. Great exhibitors! Will definitely come back!


Love the whole thing. Very well done, Very professional, yet fun and very engaging.


The keynote speakers were amazing. The conference was definitely a useful recharging event


I LOVED this conference!


You continue to out-do yourself- thank you for the opportunity!


Awesome conference! Very well organized! Hope to come again!


The space created to collaborate and network was so special. Thank You!


I really enjoyed the conference!!! Loved it!!!


LOVED the Conference! It was my first time attending and I felt renewed and encouraged in coming back to site with new content and ideas!


I really enjoyed the conference and learned a lot from it. Can’t wait for next year!


This was my 3rd consecutive year attending the BOOST conference. This year was the best ever! All my classes very amazing, inspiring and so informative! More than once I was moved to tears, presenters really connected with the audience and there was some soul searching and healing. Thank you all for this amazing opportunity.


I absolutely LOVED this conference. I cannot wait to attend again next year!


I had an amazing time. Definitely would like to attend BOOST again. We will be implementing our new skills into our after school program.


I had attended a couple of workshops put on by Tia about 5 years ago in Wyoming and have been wanting to attend Boost since then. This year I was lucky enough to do that. It was everything I hoped it would be. Thank you so much for all the hard work put into this conference it is very much appreciated! I am excited to implement the new ideas and activities I learned this last week.


This was my second BOOST conference and I must say, I found this one to be more engaging than last year. I enjoyed each of the collaborative activities, keynote speakers, networking opportunities and variety of vendors.


Thank you for the work that you do for us- it shows! Can’t wait for next year!


This year, the BOOST conference was especially relative to me both personally and professionally. In some workshops, I learned about restorative practices, which I believe are topics of great interest and need with the current populations we are serving on a day-to-day basis. I was also touched by the Resilience film, 7 Mindsets presentation, the Gallup Master Class, and the Beyond the Bell class where they shared team building activities. I have to mention that hearing Jesse Williams speak, and getting a photo with him was a highlight of my experience! I feel refreshed and motivated to put what I've learned into practice.


Thank you, BOOST! Hope to see you next year!


I really enjoyed attending the conference! The speakers that you guys had were very inspirational. I enjoyed the homecoming event as it gave us an opportunity to network with others that we had not met during the workshops. Keep it up!


I appreciated the interactive way the sessions were conducted. I also appreciated the young keynote speakers. Lastly, I really appreciated the way the conference was broken up, time-wise, with ample and perfect amount of break time.


This was such a great conference. I look forward to next year!! I will bring more of my co-workers.


This was my first time at BOOST and I thoroughly enjoyed it. It was nice to meet out of state providers and learn about their programs and the challenges they are facing.

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