Connecting afterschool providers to Federal resources that support children and youth during out-of-school hours.

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Interagency Executive Oversight Committee

This Website is Sponsered by HHS

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services'
Administration for Children and Families

This          Website is Sponsered by the Child Care Bureau.Child Care Bureau

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Health & Safety

Center for Disease and Control, Disability and Health

Sponsored by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Kids' Quests are designed for students in 4th, 5th, and 6th grades, however any of the materials can be modified to meet the needs of other children. The Quests can be used in lessons about health, social studies, and tolerance in society.

Department of Agriculture, Health & Science Education Materials

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) provides educational material to students, parents, and teachers. These valuable learning tools feature up-to-date information and valuable agriculture resources that focus on health, nutrition, and science.

Department of Health and Human Services Educators Page

This site links you to a variety of HHS sponsored sites that will help you plan activities for afterschool programs.

Federal Emergency Management Agency, School and Fire Safety

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has provided educational resources about fire, disaster, and terrorism safety, among other school safety issues.

Federal Highway Administration, Garrett A. Morgan Program

The Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) primary mission is to ensure that the Nation's highway transportation system is safe for public use. This site has transportation activities related to science, safety, and fun.

National Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign, TeachersGuideThis is a link to a non-governmental website. Afterschool.gov is not responsible for its content.

TeachersGuide is a drug education resource that was developed by the National Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign. It provides child care providers with ideas and resources for incorporating drug prevention messages into their afterschool program.

Last Modified Date: March 11, 2008