YMCA of Orange County Summer/Fall 2018 Program Guide

Before and After School Care * Looking for a career with the Y? Check our job board at ymcaoc.org/careers Pre-K Preschool features exploration and discovery as a way of learning, enabling children to develop confidence, creativity, and lifelong critical thinking skills. Kindergarten Plus Kindergarten Plus is a structured, academic enrichment program that reinforces concepts taught in your child’s kindergarten classroom based on state and district standards. Kindergarten and Elementary School (Grades K-5/6th) With a focus on safety, health, social growth and academic enhancement, Y before and afterschool programs serve kindergarteners through middle schoolers with a variety of programmatic and activity options to explore and develop their interests and talents. Located right on school campuses! Teen Club (Grades 6/7-8th) The YMCA Teen Club is a safe and enjoyable before & afterschool program for students to be with friends while participating in organized educational and physical activities. Highlighted by character development activities, the Y will assist in providing students with the tools needed to grow into successful young adults. Located on school campus, we provide an age appropriate and active learning environment where teens focus on important team building and leadership skills. S.T.E.A.M. Curriculum The Y prepares children for success with enrichment programs that develop knowledge and application of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. YMCA Club Curriculum Offers opportunities for students to learn about a variety of topics including: Art, Cooking, Photography, Engineering, Fitness, Science, Meteorology and more! Seasonal Day Camps Our seasonal day camps (Winter, Spring, Summer) provide academic enrichment, recreational and extracurricular opportunities for children during their school breaks. Physical Education Program The YMCA PE Program is modeled after the PE Content Standards for CA Public Schools. This program is fully implemented by Y staff making it cost efficient. Noontime Sports This program can be used to supplement existing PE programs, or can be implemented in the absence of regular PE programs. Inclusion Helps children with special needs succeed in traditional afterschool settings while broadening the experience of the other children in the program. Scholarship Assistance The YMCA provided a total of $741,465 in financial assistance to YMCA of Orange County child care students in the 2016-17 school year! 50%OFF SPORTS & SWIM PROGRAMS for Child Care Families! *Offerings vary by location. 13