Extended Day Programs

SDCCS is happy to offer a free and flexible Before Care program! Offered to all students, Before Care begins with drop-off starting at 7:00 AM in a safe and welcoming environment. Students can engage in quiet morning activities and prepare for the day ahead. A nutritious breakfast is available at 8:00 AM, helping students fuel up and get ready to learn. No need to pre-qualify—Before Care is open to every SDCCS student!  

PROGRAM BENEFITS:

Participants will receive the following:

• • Enrichment clubs (EX: Sports, Gardening, Cooking, Robotics, and Art)
  • Leadership opportunities
  • Daily reading opportunities
  • Age appropriate and subject-specific academic support 
  • Daily Snack

PROGRAM HOURS AND STRUCTURE:

Participants can sign up for a maximum of 5 days a week and are expected to be present for their scheduled days. Participants are required to attend at least 2 days a week to maintain their space in the program. 

WEEKLY SCHEDULE:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 3:05 pm – 5 pm, Thursday, 12:35 – 5pm (no program on school holidays or closures)

TK – 3rd GRADE DAILY SCHEDULE:

MONDAY – WEDNESDAY AND FRIDAY
3:05 – 3:15: Snack
3:15 – 3:30: Recess
3:30 – 4: Reading Club
4:00 – 4:15: Reading Club Only Students pick up, students staying for Enrichment Clubs will transition to the club that day
4:05 – 4:45: Enrichment Club – Art on Monday/Wednesday, Outdoor Activities on Tuesday/Friday
4:45 – 5:00: Pick up for all Enrichment Club Students

THURSDAY
12:30 – 12:50: Lunch
12:50 – 1:20: Recess
1:20 – 3: Reading Club
3 – 3:15: Snack/Reading Club Only Students pick up, students staying for enrichment will transition to Snack and Recess
3:15 – 3:45: Recess
3:45 – 4:45: Science Club
4:45 – 5pm: PICK UP – Clean up and Sign Out for all Enrichment Club Students

4th – 8th GRADE DAILY SCHEDULE:

MONDAY – WEDNESDAY AND FRIDAY
3:05 – 3:15: Snack
3:15 – 3:30: Recess
3:30 – 4: Reading Club
4:00 – 4:15: Reading Club Only Students pick up, students staying for Enrichment Clubs/Additional Academic Support will transition to the activity they signed up for that day
4:05 – 4:45: Enrichment/Academic Club (students will sign up for 8 week sessions)
4:45 – 5:00: Pick up for all Enrichment/Academic Club Students

THURSDAY
12:25 – 12:50: Lunch
12:50 – 1:20: Recess
1:20 – 3: Reading Club/Academic Support
3 – 3:15: Snack/Reading Club Only Students pick up, students staying for enrichment will transition to Snack and Recess
3 – 3:15: Snack
3:15 – 3:30: Recess
3:30 – 4:45: Enrichment/Academic Club
4:45 – 5pm: Clean up and pick up for all Enrichment Club Students

ALL STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO ATTEND READING CLUB AND ARE WELCOME TO STAY FOR ENRICHMENT CLUB. STUDENTS WILL SIGN UP FOR ENRICHMENT CLUB DURING THE REGISTRATION PROCESS.
STUDENTS CANNOT LEAVE CAMPUS AND RETURN FOR ENRICHMENT CLUBS ONLY.

PROGRAM EXPECTATIONS:

Each student must meet the expectations of the program shared and, along with a parent/guardian, must sign in acknowledgement that they can adhere to the structure, expectations and guidelines of the program.

1. Respect – Socially and Emotionally. Treat others how they want to be treated. Respect others’ ideas and choices. Kind and positive language is expected when interacting with each other, staff and teachers.
2. Respect – Physical Boundaries. 
   • Respect each other’s space and ASK before you touch a person or a belonging. (No lap-sitting, piggyback rides, etc.) These boundaries apply to students, volunteers, teachers and staff.
   • Respect the physical boundaries of the program. You may only be in the classrooms specified for the program and must let a staff person know if you’re going to use the bathroom, drink water, etc.
     • You should not be alone in a classroom with another student. 
       (A teacher may need to conduct a 1:1 meeting and is permitted to do so)
3. Try +1. You have been selected to attend this program. It is a privilege. Use your voice, your power and your time wisely! Speak up and ask questions and DON’T be afraid to make a mistake!
4. Cell phones will not be out during program. They will be left in your backpack/bag during program hours. 
   1. You may only use your cell phone to call your ride. If you need to call your ride, ask a staff member first. You may not listen to headphones, play games or text during program. 
   2. If we see them out without permission we will take them until the end of the program.
5. This is a 2 day a week MINIMUM commitment. You will be expected to attend regularly. You and/or your parent/guardian must communicate any expected absence to Ms. Caelie prior to the absence.