We love afterschool, and we know that you do too! Afterschool programs keep kids safe, inspire learning, and help working families. Join us February 13 to share why you, your students, and your community love your afterschool program!
It's easy:
Send a message to Congress about why you love afterschool. It only takes two minutes!
Print the templates below, fill them out (and have students and parents do so). Snap a photo of the finished product and share on your favorite social media sites with the hashtag #IHeartAfterschool. You can also post one of the sample messages below!
Want to spread the love? Personalized messages resonate with policymakers. Mail your completed #IHeartAfterschool templates directly to your member of Congress’ local district office. Find your member and their district mailing address.
Save and share these graphics under the hashtag #IHeartAfterschool! Simply click each graphic to download.
Want to make your #IHeartAfterschool message even more impactful? Find your elected officials’ social media handles and tag them in your posts on X, Facebook, or Instagram.
This Valentine’s Day, we’re joining afterschool programs nationwide to share the love. Why do we <3 ️afterschool? Just listen to what our [Program Name] students have to say! #IHeartAfterschool
Why do we love afterschool? It gives our youth a chance to share their voice! Look at what these [Program Name] students have to say about why they <3 afterschool! #IHeartAfterschool
Afterschool is the best part of the day! Why do our students love their program? [Insert quote, photo, or artwork from students] #IHeartAfterschool
95% of parents are satisfied with their child’s afterschool program—and I’m one of them. [Program Name] gives my child a safe place to learn, grow, and thrive! #IHeartAfterschool
Afterschool programs like [Program Name] are a lifeline for my family. #IHeartAfterschool because my child is safe, learning, and having fun – while giving me peace of mind.
Thanks to [Program Name], my child has a safe, caring, and enriching place to go when the school day ends. That’s why #IHeartAfterschool <3
3 in 4 kids nationwide are missing out on afterschool programs. #IHeartAfterschool and I want it available to every child. Join me in celebrating this Valentine’s Day!
This Valentine’s Day, I’m spreading the love for the afterschool programs that show up for our kids and families every single day! Join me and hundreds of programs around the country for #IHeartAfterschool.
Why do #IHeartAfterschool? Because [INSERT REASON]. What’s yours?
You don’t just have to use the printable. If you or your students have another idea to show off why they love afterschool, we want to see those, too! A few possibilities:
Set up an #IHeartAfterschool art walk! Display youth-made drawings, paintings, valentines, or #IHeartAfterschool template frames.
Have youth participate in a festive Valentine’s Day science, engineering, or math project.
Get kids moving around with heart-healthy Valentine’s Day-themed exercise stations.
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