Before & After School

Empower Your Child's Potential

Families face many challenges, and it can be daunting for parents to manage everything on their own. That's why we offer before and after school programs designed to help youth entering Transitional Kindergarten (TK) and up reach their full potential. Our programs provide a safe and nurturing environment where children can learn valuable skills and develop relationships with peers and caring staff.

Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing your kids are in good hands, having fun, and participating in educational activities, physical exercise, and learning important values like caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility alongside old and new friends.

At the YMCA, we prioritize safety above all else, and take all necessary precautions to ensure the wellbeing of our families and staff. We can't wait to welcome you and your child to our community.

Note: Registration for ELO-P grant-funded programs is by school district referral only. Please contact your school district for more information.

Components of the Program Include:

Daily homework assistance
Social and emotional learning to develop character
Fostering critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and creativity
Boosting literacy skills
STEAM-based activities (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Math)
Education on nutrition and provision of healthy snacks/meals
Encouraging physical activity through our Youth Fit 4 Life curriculum
Monthly service-learning projects
Leadership development

LEARN MORE ABOUT BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL

Select your home branch to learn about CHILD CARE PROGRAMS nearest you.

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APPLY FOR A FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE SCHOLARSHIPS

At the Y, our mission is to strengthen the community by promoting collective efforts in investing in our children, health, and neighbors and through our core values of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. With that in mind, we proudly provide financial assistance scholarships, of up to 50%, granting qualifying families, children, and adults access to quality health and wellness services, youth programs, and child care.

If you'd like to find out if you qualify for assistance with membership and/or program fees, please complete our application and return to your home branch.

Assistance is available for members and non-members of the YMCA.

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