Before/After School Care

Our program challenges the imagination, stimulates creativity, encourages self-directed initiative, and promotes character development. Opportunities for learning by discovery, through active child centered experiences that are fun, are also part of the program. YMCA staff are trained to help children set limits and develop their own self-control. They are counselors to the children, developing friendships that promote trust, sharing, and openness. Staff encourage independence in the children by helping them learn the skills needed for cooperation and problem solving. The YMCA wants to help children develop to their fullest potential.

The youth fitness programs at our Afterschool Program sites have been enhanced by age-appropriate equipment.  Support for this equipment was provided by a grant from Kingsport Community Foundation, along with matching funds from Holston Medical Group.  Physical activity is presented to over 300 children in a fun and entertaining way.  They enjoy a minimum of 20 minutes of exercise daily.  Thank you Kingsport Community Foundation and Holston Medical Group for helping us with our goal of improving the quality of life for over 300 children in our Afterschool Program!

www.holstonmedicalgroup.com    www.kptcf.org

2009-2010 Afterschool Rate sheet

Application for our Afterschool program

Features

• Safe environment
• Reading emphasis
• UETHDA approved
• 1:10 staff:child ratio
• Homework time
• Snack provided
• State licensed
• Part-time and shift options
• Open until 6:00pm
• Located at your school
• Financial assistance available
• Staff are well-trained in CPR, First Aid, and Child Abuse Prevention
• The YMCA offers all-day care for most inservice days, Christmas break, and spring break for those enrolled in the Afterschool program.  Spaces are limited.

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