After School Program
Shawn Desmond | Extended Learning Coordinator | 704.864.7744 ext. 122
The Gaston Day After School Program offers a safe nurturing environment for students PS-8th grade. Click here to register.
The weekly fee is $95 and you will be billed monthly by the Finance Office.
This year we will resume our drop-in service which will allow students to attend After School care on an as-needed basis. The drop-in fee is $30 per day and will be billed monthly by the Finance Office.
Students must be picked up no later than 5:30pm from the carpool line at the front of the school. If a student is picked up after 5:30pm, the cost is $10.00 for the first 5 minutes and $5.00 for each five-minute increment thereafter per child. This amount will be billed through the Finance Office in addition to your weekly/drop-in charge.
The weekly fee is $50 and you will be billed monthly by the Finance Office.
This year we will continue our drop-in service which will allow students to attend After School care on an as-needed basis. The drop-in fee is $15 per day and will be billed monthly by the Finance Office. These fees will help to cover activity materials and snacks for students. Students who are waiting on music lessons or afternoon practice may work on homework at no charge.
Students must be picked up no later than 5:30pm from the carpool line at the front of the school. If a student is picked up after 5:30pm, the cost is $10.00 for the first 5 minutes and $5.00 for each five-minute increment thereafter per child. This amount will be billed through the Finance Office in addition to your weekly/drop-in charge.
After School Daily Schedule Outline:
3:15-4:00: Relax/Choice Time
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This time will be reserved for students to get their energy out after a long school day. During this time they can socialize with peers, relax, play on the playground, enjoy a game of gaga ball, and unwind for a bit before settling down for homework time. Students who choose to get a head start on homework during this time are welcome to do so!
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Students who bring their own snack, or an additional snack, are welcome to eat it during this time.
4:00-4:25: Snack/Homework Time
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Students are split by grade level for snack/homework time. Our preschool-kindergarten students will be enjoying a read-aloud story and their snack in one location while the first-fourth graders work on homework while eating snacks in another room.
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Snacks are typically passed out around 4:15 to give students enough time to wash hands, get water, and settle down.
4:25-4:55: Whole Group Activity
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Whole group activities can include games, maker spaces, and STEAM challenges that require students to work together. These activities reinforce critical thinking, problem solving, communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
4:55-5:30: Choice Time
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Choice time allows students another opportunity to socialize and think creatively with their peers. Students typically get to choose to go outside or to play inside.
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Technology is not an option during this time, with the exception of Fridays. Friday we will have “tech-day” and students may use their Chromebooks/tablets during choice time.
ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
We will be offering After School Enrichment/Club opportunities this school year as well as many enrichment activities woven into our daily After School Program!
There is no charge to sign your child up and registration only takes 5 minutes or less. Click here to register.
Next Steps
Get to Know Us.
Let us know you’re interested and we’ll send you everything you need to get started.
Schedule a Tour.
See the full campus, visit the classrooms, and meet the exceptional faculty and staff.
Apply for Admission.
Ready to enroll? Begin the admission process by submitting an online application form.