Woodcraft Rangers
A Future of Excellence: Elevating and Evolving the Standard of Expanded Learning
Wednesday, May 1
10:30AM-12:15PM
Results That Matter: Learnings from 100 Years of Whole Child Development
Andres De La Peza, Chief Strategy Officer; Eliana Mancilla, Associate Director of Learning and Development; Javier Gonzalez, Sr. Director of Programs; Cassandra Arechiga, Trauma Informed Care Associate, Woodcraft Rangers, Los Angeles, CA
At Woodcraft Rangers, the Woodcraft Way is a core philosophy that has guided the agency for more than 100 years and places an equal focus on the development of a young person’s mind, body, spirit, and sense of service. The Woodcraft Way understands that the maturity and development of the whole child is the aim of education and that these goals can be accomplished through intentional programming led by caring adult mentors. Come learn how Woodcraft Rangers has honed this over decades and embedded this belief into the agency’s curriculum, programmatic structure, and culture to drive high-quality programming for youth.
PK, E, M, H, HE, MLA, DS
Strand: Woodcraft Rangers; Program Design, Development & Quality; Partnerships & Building Relationships; Older Youth; CA Focus
2:45PM-4:45PM
The Next Frontier of Inclusion: Creating Programs Where Youth with Developmental Disabilities Thrive
Matthew Mazon, Inclusion Specialist; Robert Illingworth, Director of Inclusion, Woodcraft Rangers, Los Angeles, CA
Access for children of all abilities is a goal many expanded learning programs share, but creating an environment that allows for the full participation of young people with developmental disabilities can seem daunting. Over the last year, Woodcraft Rangers in partnership with California Regional Centers to build out a large-scale Inclusion Initiative so young people with I/DD thrive at every program site! Learn about our approach to partnership that can serve as a model for other programs.
PK, E, M, H, ULA, MLA, DS
Strand: Woodcraft Rangers; Program Design, Development & Quality; Partnerships & Building Relationships
Thursday, May 2
10:00AM-12:00PM
Unlocking Staffing Stability: Creating a Compelling Employee Journey To, Through and Beyond
Melvin Bonilla, Sr. Director of HR; Barbara Ige, Ph.D., Learning Manager-Lifecraft; Jasmine Arjon, Director of Programs, Woodcraft Rangers, Los Angeles, CA
Staffing continues to be the greatest struggle for many expanded learning programs and yet, staffing stability is the foundation to truly achieve program success and efficacy. Woodcraft Rangers has achieved a remarkable level of staffing stability during volatile times by focusing on culture and strengthening every phase of the employee journey. Learn how recruitment, retention, training, culture, and investing in long-term personal and professional growth can create stability in your program too.
PK, E, M, H, HE, ULA, MLA, CB
Strand: Woodcraft Rangers; Program Design, Development & Quality; Staff Leadership; Sustainability
1:15PM-2:30PM
ELOP 2.0: How to Build a Program from Good to Great!
Julee Brooks, Chief Executive Officer; Danny Salas, Chief Program Officer; Hector Cortes, ICEF ELOP Coordinator, Woodcraft Rangers, Los Angeles, CA
California is three years into ELO-P implementation, but many LEAs are still navigating the complex landscape surrounding its usage and implementation. Delivering high-quality programs that not only create equitable access to enrichment, but drive impactful and holistic youth development requires preparation, creativity, and vision. Woodcraft Rangers seeks to work as a collaborative partner in establishing a proven model for success rooted in over 100 years of DEI-focused work within the expanded learning field. Join Woodcraft Rangers and other partners to learn about the practices and programs that have been honed over decades of collaboration.
PK, E, ULA, MLA, CB
Strand: Woodcraft Rangers; Program Design, Development & Quality; Partnerships & Building Relationships; Sustainability; CA Focus
Please note: Name badges are required to attend all BOOST Conference events including all meals and all workshops.
