--- title: "[Webinar] Level Up: How Automation & Technology Can Improve Program Management & the Parent Experience" description: On April 28, 2020, we hosted a webinar for National Afterschool Association members on how automation and technology can improve program management and the parent experience. 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With so much uncertainty right now, we know many schools may be looking for ways to better handle program registration and payments for the upcoming school year. **Here’s what we covered:** - Reviewed technology trends that are shaping parent preferences and expectations - Covered two key areas where school programs can utilize technology and automation to improve processes and the overall parent experience - Shared an inside look at MySchoolBucks’ new registration and billing platform, [MSB Activities](https://info.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/msb-activities) Watch a recording below: ---   Whether you’re looking to collect program payments electronically, cut down on physical paperwork, or manage registrations from anywhere, we're here to support your program needs for the new school year. 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