Training Materials

ExCEL After School Programs provides training materials for teachers, staff members, peer tutors and volunteers. 

40 Assets (pdf)
The 40 Developmental Assets™ from the Search Institute is a tool to share with staff, teachers, and families to encourage the healthy development of young people.

SHPD ExCEL Volunteer Handbook (MS Word)
A hanbook for volunteers that you can tailor to with specific information about your site.

Peer Tutoring Tips for Youth (pdf)
A step-by-step guide of helpful strategies to train youth to become effective peer tutors.

Meeting Facilitation Tips for Youth (pdf)
A step-by-step guide of helpful strategies to train youth in the art of facilitation.

Behavior Guidance Trainer of Trainers (pdf)
An in-depth training module designed to assist staff in establishing positive behavior systems after school.

Asset Building Trainer of Trainers (pdf)
An in-depth training module designed to assist staff in establishing asset building and youth development strategies that promote a positive after school climate.