Statement from NSLA on the Administration’s Proposals to Eliminate the US Department of Education and the Institute of Museum and Library Services
Research shows that the summer months are some of the most high-impact yet high-need times for America’s young people during their education and development. From reducing hunger and juvenile crime to promoting literacy, math, STEM, physical and mental health to preparing older teens for success in college and careers, structured, supervised and evidence-based summer programs […]
Partners & Sponsors
Become a Sponsor or Partner Support a Brighter Summer—and a Brighter Future for All of America’s Students The National Summer Learning Association’s work is powered by committed sponsors and partners who share our vision of access and opportunity for all young people. By partnering with NSLA, your organization becomes part of a national movement to […]
School Districts Leaders
Working Together to Tap the Power of Summer Learning This PLC is comprised of school district members and national partners committed to a broad vision for summer learning – one that engages more children and youth, boosts academic achievement, and influences teaching and learning throughout the year. We envision a future where school districts and […]
Program Resources
NSLA is proud to provide resources, tools, news, and articles to assist programs in training and preparing for your summer programs. Brodrick Clarke, Vice President of Programs & Systems Quality is available to train staff, plan, prepare, and measure effectiveness for the coming summer including: – Tailored “Destination Summer Learning” Workshops– Summer Community Landscape Reports– […]
News & Press
NSLA has teamed up with Google Play to help families easily select apps and activities that support kids’ well-being! Check out NSLA’s free, teacher-approved apps here. Newly introduced federal legislation, the Summer for All Act, sponsored by US Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT), aims to help provide high-quality summer enrichment opportunities to all kids and families […]
NSLA Team
NSLA Board National Advisory Board Our Team Professional Learning Community Leads Join Our Team We are not hiring at the moment. NSLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and healthy workplace. Salary is commensurate with experience. Our benefits include health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a 401 K retirement plan and […]
National Youth Leadership Institute
NSLA aims to improve the lives of America’s most vulnerable students by promoting the importance of the critical summer months when achievement and opportunity gaps grow most significantly between lower and higher income students. As part of that mission, NSLA has created the National Youth Leadership Institute (NYLI), a showcase of the best exemplars of high impact curriculum […]
About NSLA
Our Mission The National Summer Learning Association (NSLA) works to ensure all of America’s students, regardless of background, income, or zip code, can access and benefit from a high-quality summer learning experience every year. For more than 30 years, NSLA has worked to combat summer learning loss and close the opportunity gap which research shows […]
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NSLA’s Summer Planning Bootcamp 2026NSLA’s annual spring webinar designed to equip you with tools, ideas, and best practices to elevate your summer program planning. Download the 2026 Resource Toolkit National Summer Learning Week July 6-10Summer Learning Week helps raise awareness about the importance of summer learning and celebrates the programs making a difference. Learn MoreNSLA’s […]
2020 Federal Funding Resource Guide
PURPOSE OF THIS GUIDE Since COVID-19 has forced an abrupt end to traditional learning for the year, there is serious concern about equity gaps being exacerbated at a faster rate throughout this unconventional extended summer. This summer promises to be an extraordinarily difficult but critical time for all students. In order to mitigate these gaps, […]