After-School Investigators program

Written By Hope Jones

Program Overview

The After-School Investigators Program is a multi-session program where students work through a structured investigative case over several weeks.

Students become part of an investigative team and work together to review evidence, analyze information, develop theories, and present their conclusions.

Each session builds on the previous one, allowing students to experience the process of working through an investigation step-by-step.

Skills Students Develop

Students strengthen:

  • Analytical thinking

  • Team collaboration

  • Evidence-based reasoning

  • Structured problem-solving

  • Communication and presentation skills

Program Format

The program typically runs 6–10 sessions and is designed to fit within after-school programming schedules.

Each session includes:

  • Scenario development

  • Evidence review

  • Team analysis

  • Group discussion

  • Progress toward solving the case

Students conclude the program by presenting their investigative findings.

Best For

  • After-school enrichment programs

  • Student clubs

  • Extended learning opportunities

  • Schools seeking deeper engagement experiences

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