Allegheny Partners for Out-of-School Time’s
2025-2027 Strategic Plan
Now better poised to support the valuable work of out-of-school time providers throughout Allegheny County.
The Process
In August of 2024, Allegheny Partners for Out-of-School Time (APOST) engaged TLW Strategy to facilitate an interactive strategic planning process. The overall purpose of the project was to:
Develop a collaborative, visionary and achievable strategic plan with input from board, staff and stakeholders. The plan will bring vision and action together to guide APOST’s activities for the next three years and position it for future success.
The process involved APOST Staff, Board Members and APOST stakeholders. A Strategic Plan Committee consisting of three board members supported the facilitation of this process on behalf of APOST with TLW Strategy. Input was gathered from APOST stakeholders in December 2024 to gather insight to the audiences APOST directly aims to support.
What’s in the Strategic Plan?
Allegheny Partners for Out-of-School Time (APOST) has always existed to support the out-of-school time community in Allegheny County- and we’re now better positioned to support the valuable work of out-of-school time providers with a new mission, vision and values. These elements guide our 2025-2027 Strategic Pillars.
APOST is a convener, connector and collaborator with out-of-school time (OST) providers focusing on school-aged youth in Allegheny County.
New
Mission
We collaborate with providers to strengthen and advocate for high-quality, sustainable out-of-school time (OST) experiences so that all youth thrive.
New
Vision
Every youth in Allegheny County has access to high-quality OST learning opportunities that strengthen their development, empower communities, and are recognized as essential to educational and workforce development systems.
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We seek to understand by meeting people where they are. We embrace opportunities to try, test and evolve our approaches.
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We convene diverse partners intentionally. We celebrate OST milestones and achievements. We advocate for equitable access for all youth.
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We follow through on our commitments. We act with integrity. We strive to create accessible and inclusive spaces.
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We embrace ambitious goals while remaining grounded in our mission. We innovate to overcome challenges and address emerging needs. We encourage others to reach higher.
We listen and learn actively
We collaborate and build community
We build trust through action
We pursue bold progress
New Values
Improve awareness & support of OST
Common definitions and a shared identity of the nature and value of OST
A collective voice for OST providers and supporters
Advocacy for sustainable funding and policies
Professional development for OST leaders and team members
Tools and support for OST professionals
Strategic Pillars
Support the organizational strength of OST providers
Program quality
Collaboration and network building