Afterschool Programming Afterschool Program registration is available online! We look forward to becoming your afterschool program provider and will provide your child with an enriching and safe environment where they can unwind, develop and enrich their day with a plethora of activities. Afterschool (Ages 5–12) The Afterschool program provides quality educational, recreational and cultural Programs. It is designed to keep kids, ages 5-12, active and healthy by providing a safe, supportive and structured environment. We understand the importance of blending education with play to provide an enriching environment. Participating Centers: Adams Park, Adamsville, Ben Hill, Bessie Branham, Grove Park, M. L. King Jr., Peachtree Hills, Pittman, Rosel Fann, and Thomasville Program Dates: Aug. 7, 2013–May 23, 2014 Days & Hours: Mon.–Fri. / 2:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m. Registration Fees: Residents $35 per week, Non-residents $110 per week Academic Enrichment During the academic hour, children will be assisted by a certified teacher along with recreation staff to complete homework assignments, participate in daily reading, as well as web-based math tutorial programs. Recreation staff work with a leading academic software provider for standard-based assessment, instruction, test preparation, and e-learning math programs to track our participant’s progress
throughout the after school program. In addition youth are provided various cultural enrichment experiences from experts in the fields of art, drama, music, dance, martial arts, and more. Technology Centers are equipped with computer labs to provide our participants with access to computers and internet to complete research needed on homework and projects. Students can utilize leading academic software standardbased assessment programs to aid with core math and reading comprehension areas. Youth Fitness & Health Our leaders in recreation will ensure youth are exposed to a variety of physical fitness activities to engage and strengthen the body, combat childhood obesity, and address how to make healthy choices in nutrition as well as to expose them to non-traditional sports and careers in recreation. General recreation is offered at all our centers; ranging from casual active play to organized athletics (additional fees, see athletics section). Some centers offer basic instructional swim classes. Multiple partnerships with leading agencies in the sports and fitness fields bring a variety of programs such as dance, martial arts, gymnastics, and tennis. Character Development and Training Centers offer community service and character building programs and activities that allow youth to become civically involved in their communities and promote understanding of good citizenship in their neighborhoods.
Culture Club The Culture Club provides cultural experiences and academic enrichment for children between 5 and 12 years old that contributes to the growth and achievement of each individual. Each Culture Club participant receives a healthy light snack and homework assistance from the After School All-stars. Local professional artists or arts organizations such as the Atlanta Music Project and Dance Canvas lead classes in performing arts, visual arts, string instruments and choral instruction. 18
Participating Centers: The Gilbert House, J. D. Sims, South Bend Center for Arts and Culture Program Dates: Aug. 7, 2013–May 23, 2014 Days & Hours: Mon.–Fri. / 2:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m. Registration Fees: Residents $35 per week, Non-residents $110 per week