Individualized System of Support for Afterschool Programs (ISS-AP)

The Vermont Center for Afterschool Excellence provides training and technical assistance to afterschool programs throughout Vermont through the Individualized System of Support for Afterschool Programs (ISS-AP).  ISS-AP is designed to provide support to afterschool programs in an individualized manner that identifies the point at which the program is currently operating (i.e. strengths, weaknesses, and areas in need of improvement) and developing a plan for growth.  ISS-AP is built upon the idea that individualized support is the cornerstone upon which services are built in order for progress within afterschool to be realized.

ISS-AP Goals

• To promote high-quality afterschool programs throughout Vermont.
• To support afterschool programs through individualized technical assistance and professional development.
• To link individuals working within afterschool with one another to share expertise and resources.

Track I: ISS-AP Strands

Under Track I, the program director signs on to working with the ISS-AP coach and a small group of afterschool colleagues from across the state interested in the same area of concentration or strand.  The ISS-AP coach lays out a plan for approximately one month to six weeks of service that includes group workshops, trainings, and presentations and individualized one-on-one support.  All group interactions follow a pre-determined set schedule, with flexibility built into the one-on-one support.  Project directors receive approximately 10 – 15 contact hours with the ISS-AP coach through participation in one ISS-AP strand.

• View ISS-AP strands and topics for 2011-2012
• Meet our ISS-AP Coaches

Track II: Individualized Coaching

Under Track II, the program director, either alone or in conjunction with a group of individuals from the local afterschool program, works with an ISS-AP coach in an identified area of concentration or through a specified series of issues and/or concerns.  Directors interested in accessing this level of service complete an intake form and outline specific goals they will work to accomplish, with clear work products that will be completed.  Total hours contracted for individualized coaching varies and is based upon the level of service requested.

To find out more about ISS-AP or for an individual consultation about coaching services, please contact Lynne Feal-Staub at lfealstaub@gmail.com.