Buckeye Afterschool and Summer Excellence (BASE) Conference 2026!

If you're an after-school or summer learning provider in Ohio, this conference is for YOU! Join hundreds of OST professionals to learn, network, and grow with leaders who understand the work you do every day. 

• Attend expert-led sessions (most are Ohio-approved) on Program Quality & Innovation, Workforce Development, Leadership &Team Building, STEM, and Student Success.

• Find companies offering resources curated specifically for the OST file in the Vendor Hall.

• Meet people, share ideas, and build lasting connections with OST professionals from all around Ohio.

For more information on the BASE Conference, February 26-27, 2026, at the Quest Conference Center in Westerville, Ohio, click the links below. 

Learn more about the conference: https://base-conference.com/about-the-base-conference 

Register here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/tenspeedconsultingllc/1848849

Interested in being a vendor, sponsor, or partner? https://base-conference.com/sponsors-%26-vendors

Tell Your Story at the BASE Conference!

We want to hear from YOU! As part of the upcoming Buckeye Afterschool & Summer Excellence Conference on February 26 & 27 at the Quest Conference Center in Westerville, Ohio, we’re creating a “Voices of OST” rolling video that highlights the incredible work happening across Ohio’s out-of-school time programs. This is your chance to share your story — the people, programs, and moments that make a difference for students and families every day.

Why Participate?

Your story will help:

● Celebrate the impact of OST programs statewide

● Inspire others through real experiences and voices

● Showcase the diversity and excellence of Ohio’s OST community at the BASE Conference

Who Can Participate?

We’re looking for short video submissions from the following throughout Ohio:

● Out-of-school time program providers and staff

● Students who participate in programs

● Parents and caregivers

● Community partners and educators supporting OST work

Learn more on the BASE Conference Website. HURRY!! Upload your video by December 12! Reach out to Steve Hiller (shiller@thecontemporary.org) or Ashley Price (aprice@pastfoundation.org) with questions!