Supporting Out-of-School Time Programs in Sioux City, IAAfter returning to full-time in-person learning during the COVID-19 pandemic, Sioux City Community School District planned how to spend the district’s American Rescue Plan funds to address learning loss. The district’s initial strategy was to hire more learning interventionists and pay educators overtime to tutor students outside of school hours. However, it quickly became apparent that the demand for these services was too great for the school district to meet on its own. School district leaders then turned to their community for help. The district has partnered with 14 community-based organizations that represent a diverse cross section of the families it serves. This broad partnership has enabled Sioux City Community School District to meet a wide range of students’ learning recovery needs through community-based tutoring and mentoring services. Download PDF Filed under:Middle Childhood, Youth, Advocates/Intermediaries, Funders, Policymakers/Agency Leaders, PublicationMore Resources Video What Comes Next: Organizing for Youth Investment in the Social Media Litigation Landscape Learn about the latest developments in the current lawsuits against social media companies and how advocates can build relationships and shape youth investment priorities now. Publication Voter-Approved Children’s Fund Profile: Portland, OR The Portland Children’s Levy was created to invest in proven, cost-effective strategies that strengthen children’s well-being and long-term success. Updates and Events Insights May 12, 2026 Five Ways to Put Your Fiscal Map into Action Insights April 27, 2026 With Federal and State Funding Hanging in the Balance, Local Leaders Find New Ways to Support Children and Youth News March 26, 2026 In a Tough Fiscal Moment, States Look to Raise Revenue and Kids Have a Stake Close Share it! Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Click to copy URL Link Copied!
Video What Comes Next: Organizing for Youth Investment in the Social Media Litigation Landscape Learn about the latest developments in the current lawsuits against social media companies and how advocates can build relationships and shape youth investment priorities now.
Publication Voter-Approved Children’s Fund Profile: Portland, OR The Portland Children’s Levy was created to invest in proven, cost-effective strategies that strengthen children’s well-being and long-term success.
Insights April 27, 2026 With Federal and State Funding Hanging in the Balance, Local Leaders Find New Ways to Support Children and Youth