Youth Empowerment Program

A typical day includes a balance of creative, social, physical, and calming activities. Children explore their feelings through art, build emotional skills through guided lessons, and stay active with movement and gym time. Outdoor play supports sensory regulation and positive peer interaction, while team‑building activities strengthen communication and cooperation. A relaxing snack break helps them recharge, and the day closes with calming mind–body practices to support emotional regulation and a peaceful transition home.

Our after‑school program offers a calm, structured environment that helps children transition from school to home. They receive homework support, enjoy a nourishing snack, and participate in a daily therapeutic lesson focused on emotional skills and healthy communication. Children participate in structured play in the gym or outdoor activities (weather permitting), supporting physical wellness, stress relief, and positive peer interaction.

• For a full-day session, drop-off begins at 7:00 AMand ends promptly at 10:15 AM. Our daily lesson starts at 10:30 AM, so timely arrival helps ensure your child can participate fully.
• After-school drop‑off begins at 3:00 PMand ends at 4:00 PM. Arriving within this window helps ensure your child can fully participate in all planned activities.

• Our program closes at 6:00 PM. We kindly ask that parents arrive by 5:50 PM, when possible, to support a smooth transition at the end of the day and allow staff adequate time for closing duties and preparation for the following day.

Please send your child with:

• A cold healthy lunch
• A spill-proof water bottle
• Closed-toe shoes
• During colder weather, we also ask that you provide a warm jacket and gloves or a hat as needed.

We follow the calendars of District 70 and District 60. However, if your child follows a different school schedule, we are happy to accommodate as long as we receive adequate notice to prepare.

Yes – we remain open on most snow days, unless weather conditions create unsafe travel for families or staff. In the event of a closure, families will be notified as early as possible through our standard communication channels.

We are open for most holiday breaks. However, we do close on major holidays to allow our staff time with their families. A list of planned holiday closures will be provided in advance each year.

Yes – we are open during spring break following the schedules for District 70 and District 60. If your child’s school observes a different spring break, we can accommodate with adequate advance notice.

We accept Medicaid and Self‑Pay options. If you have questions about coverage or rates, we’re happy to walk you through available options.