I have been working on a certificate program at JHU in Out-of-School Time Learning. I think I have found my voice. here is my OST Philosophy - Educational Leadership in Out of School Time Learning must insure that young people are provided a caring, well organized time and place to explore their interests, improve their academics, and meet new friends. In today's interconnected world, learning takes place 24/7. Students need to be able to learn anywhere and anytime, not just in school, so after school and summer programs are becoming more important to a child's education. Learning is more likely to occur when students can use their individual strengths, collaborate and then make a product that explains what they have learned and then share it with someone else, often that opportunity is after school. OST programs need to be available for all children. It is so important to provide quality OST opportunities for children in communities that cannot afford to provide the resources that their children need to succeed in the 21st century. I am committed to this philosophy and will strive to achieve excellence as a leader in the field.