After School FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
What is After School?
After School is a fun and engaging program that is provided by Harrison Parks & Rec. We provide structured after school care for children grades Kindergarten through 8th grade.
What are the days and hours for After School?
The After School program runs Monday-Friday from 3:15 until 5:30 PM. We follow the Harrison School District schedule, for school closures; if Harrison Schools are closed or close early for the day, so do we.
How does my child get to the After School Program?
Harrison public schoolchildren can ride the bus from their school to the Youth Center. A counselor will be at the door each day to greet the children and make sure they get off the bus safely. To arrange for the transportation to the Youth Center you will need to coordinate through the Bus Garage to learn the bus number and if there are any transfers, etc. You will also need to communicate with your school that your child will be riding the bus to the Youth Center. If your child will only be coming on certain days you will need to let the school know.
Does my child have to come every day?
No, we offer daily and weekly enrollment options.
How much does After School cost? (K-4th grade)
Daily = $12 ($15 on early release Wednesdays) and Weekly = $35
Payment is due BEFORE your child arrives at our door so that we can prepare for them.
Love simplicity? We now offer a weekly AutoDraft for those who would like to pay the $35 each week automatically-- as well as full-semester and full-year payment options. (The semester and year options are heavily discounted, so you can miss time for sicknesses and vacations and such without it costing you.)
Entire School Year August 2023-May 2024 =$1,000 (No Credit if missed)
August -Dec 2023 = $500 (No Credit if missed)
Jan.-May 2024 = $500 (No Credit if missed)
How much does After School cost? (5th-8th grade)
Middle schoolers get lower prices, more personal program choices and freedom, and a much simpler payment system.
$50 per year or $25 per semester (That's not a typo.) What a deal!
Are snacks provided for my child?
We provide a variety of snacks for kids to purchase here at the center. You can purchase a snack card or send money with your child. (You can also limit or restrict these purchases if you choose.)
What do the kids do in After School?
3:15-4:00 – Snack and free time (play, homework, etc.)
4:00-5:00 – Small group activities (K-2nd & 3rd-4th & 5th-8th )
5:00-5:30 – Large group game
(Times are adjusted slightly for early release days on Wednesdays.)
Who works with and watches the kids?
We have a staff of carefully selected part-time counselors that entertain and watch the kids. All counselors are background checked.
Limited Spots
Kindergarten is limited to 5 full time spots. (We are maxed on Kindergartens)!!!!!!!!