The latest AlphaBEST news.

AlphaBEST works hard to keep its school and parent partners informed about all important and newsworthy events. Be sure to check back to this page from time to time to stay up to date about any changes, either program wide or for your specific location.

Adults and Youth – When Equal Engagement Equals Powerful Results

Research reveals that high-quality after school programs have a well-defined structure and adhere to careful supervision of youth.

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District Feature – Frisco, Texas

Back in 2002, when AlphaBEST was still a startup company, they made a presentation to Frisco ISD’s selection committee and sold the district on the idea of taking a risk with a new company.

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Mindfulness Matters: Meditation, Yoga and SEL in After School

Research increasingly indicates that the addition of mindfulness through activities like meditation and yoga in after school programs benefits youth SEL outcomes.   Matthew Speicher, an AlphaBEST after school program site director, took notice. He offers club yoga time at the end of the day—an opportunity, he says, for children to re-center their minds and

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