Every Hour Counts
A National Network of Communities Dedicated to Expanded Learning, Equity, & Making Learning Fun
20 Years of Every Hour Counts
This year, Every Hour Counts celebrates a milestone: 20 years of building stronger, more equitable learning systems—together. From a bold idea in 2005 to a thriving national movement of 40 communities today, our journey has been defined by collaboration, courage, and connection.
Now, we’re excited to share our story through a new animated video that honors the people, partnerships, and purpose behind this movement.
Youth in Save the Bay's "buoyancy lab" program offered through the Providence After School Alliance's citywide summer learning system race boats that they designed and built.
80% of young people’s waking hours are spent out of school. Young people’s futures are shaped by how this time is spent. From sports to STEM, youth organizing to paid internships, research shows that these experiences are essential for young people’s self-discovery, sense of belonging, social development, and intellectual achievement.
But many young people – those who could benefit the most – lack access to these experiences. Funding is inadequate, programs are fragmented, and quality varies. The resulting patchwork means there are large disparities in participation and resources are wasted.
In communities across the country, leaders are expanding their idea of when, where, and how young people learn and grow. They are recognizing that young people need more than traditional academics to thrive.
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