Curricular Framework

Curricular Framework is the road map to guide how we do what we do in OST programming; use these resources to help get you started.  If you need additional support or have questions - fill out our Request Technical Assistance form in Quick Links and check out the activity videos in our 5 Minute Edge for Frontline Staff playlist on YouTube. 

For deeper learning on this subject, consider enrolling in our course School-Age Curricular Framework.  Course availability can be found on our landing page.

View the YoungStar - Wisconsin Afterschool Network (WOSTA) School-Age Curricular Framework Content Areas document.

Display this School-Age Curricular Framework poster in your program.

Use these Easy Sheets to help you think about activities, materials and interactions for each of the content areas. Level 1 Easy Sheets are a good starting place; Level 2 Easy Sheets are a little more complex.

• Arts and Culture - Level 1; Level 2
• Environmental Learning - Level 1; Level 2
• Global Learning - Level 1; Level 2
• Health and Wellness - Level 1; Level 2
• Language, Literacy and Numeracy - Level 1; Level 2
• Media and Technology - Level 1; Level 2
• Service Learning - Level 1; Level 2
• Social Emotional Learning and Character Development - Level 1; Level 2
• Science, Technology, Engineering and Math - Level 1; Level 2

View a fillable Weekly Lesson Plan form and an Individual Activity Plan. Use the Content Area Framework tool with your weekly plan to ensure inclusion of all 9 content areas.

Homework can be a challenging time during programming. Read this article on well-designed homework time for guidance and use the Homework Agreement and Homework Questionnaire forms to establish clear expectations regarding homework completion with youth and their families.

View the Program Inventory document

View the Quality in Afterschool Programming resource tip sheet for more information on high-quality practices.

View NAA's Games That Build the 4CS