Frequently asked questions (FAQ’s)

Welcome to the FAQ page for the OUSD Expanded Learning Summer Institute 2026!

We’ve compiled answers to the most common questions to help make your experiences as smooth and rewarding as possible. Whether you’re wondering about registration, transportation, workshops, accessibility, or support elements, this page is designed to provide quick and clear information at your fingertips.

Basics

  • Summer Institute is an annual launching pad for Expanded Learning Program Coordinators, Agency Directors, and partners to be prepared, inspired, and aligned for the new school year. Summer Institute provides youth practitioners with compliance training, district support resources, youth and staff development, workshops and opportunities to develop partnerships with other leaders in Oakland’s after-school landscape. Learn more on the About page.

  • This year, the Summer Institute is July 27th through July 30th.

  • On July 27th through July 30th, Summer Institute will be held at the California Endowment, 2000 Franklin Ave, Oakland.

    On July 30th, Summer Institute will be held at Brookfield Elementary 401 Jones Ave, Oakland.

  • Summer Institute events are for Expanded Learning partners only. All four days contain key programming and compliance information that will require participants’ full attention. Liability coverage is only provided for Lead Agency and OUSD staff; these legal protections are not extended to the presence of minors for the duration of Summer Institute. Please plan accordingly.

Registration

  • To register, go to the Registration page of the website.

  • Summer Institute’s primary participants are Site Coordinators and Agency Directors and space is limited. Please contact ExLO Program Manager Laila Jenkins-Perez to immediately confirm there is adequate space to invite other administrative staff.

  • It is mandatory for all site coordinators to attend each day of Summer Institute. Agency Directors are required to attend on July 30th and are invited to attend all Summer Institute events.

Coming soon

  • Our app, workshops, and JoyFest info are coming soon. We can't wait to share it with you!