Join us for Afterschool Day at the Capitol, to showcase the significance of Out-of-School Time, in the lives of youth and families. This year we are inviting program staff, parents, partners, and YOUTH! We invite you to meet with legislators, hear guest speakers and so much more!
Afterschool Day at the Capitol
May 9, 2024
8:30 - Registration and Breakfast
9:15-9:45 a.m. - Welcome/Overview of the Day and visit from Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist
9:45-10:45 a.m. - Capitol Activities- Options:
1) Watch session (Senate at 10 a.m.)
2) Capitol tour led (30-45 min) (2 groups)
3) Warming Up Advocacy Muscles (State Room)
4) Legislative visits (pre-scheduled or drop ins)
10:45-11- Break/Head to Capitol steps
11-11:45 a.m. – Program on the Capitol steps with Legislative Champion Awards
12-1 p.m. – LUNCH (Lawmakers invited)
12-2:30 p.m. – OST Program Exhibits in Heritage Hall Atrium
1:15-3:30 p.m. – Capitol Activities- Options:
- Watch House session (if still going on)
- Legislative visits (pre-scheduled or drop ins)
- Youth Advocacy Workshop: For Our Future (State Room)
- Capitol tours- 2:30 and 3 p.m. (40 can attend each)
2023 MASP Champion Awards
Senator Sam Signh Representative Amos O’Neal Senator Thomas Albert
Capitol Day 2023
