AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM

SCHOOL READINESS IS ACCEPTED

PAL provides a safe and nurturing environment for over 150 youths ranging in age from five to thirteen. PAL partners with numerous organizations providing a unique program that consists of crime prevention, crime intervention, mentoring, homework assistance and self-esteen programs.

PAL’s after school program is available at a minimal cost. The fee is based on household income with a sliding scale of $170.00 to $250.00, a month, per child; with a 10% discount for the second child. There is a $30.00 registration fee per family due at the time of registration.

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PAL Membership Registration Application

Parents Guide – After School Flyer

School Readiness Approved
Free School Pick-up Service
Free Healthy Afternoon Snacks

Free Holiday and ½ day care
Free Field Trips

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM HOURS:

(subject to change)

Monday thru Friday: 2:30pm – 8:00pm
Non-school Holiday Hours: 7:30am to 8:00pm

AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

One Hour Homework Assistance
Cheerleading Classes
Drama Classes
Dance Classes
Arts & Crafts

Social Skills Class
Team Sports & Activities
Basketball
Tennis
Baseball
Soccer
Track and Field
Board Games & Video Games
Crime Prevention & Safety Classes

After-School

After-School is part of the Child Services program.

The goal of PAL After-School is to make a positive difference in the academic success and in the artistic, recreational and social development of 1st – 8th grade children. It was created with best practice research on after-school programming using a framework of principles considered critical to a successful program. These principles include emphasizing learning as the central mission of the program; use of professional staff; small group instruction with high staff to child ratio; providing a safe, secure, adult supervised environment; emphasizing parental involvement; strong collaboration with local schools and the community. The PAL After-School program has three components: 1) PAL SMARTS – Academic Enrichment 2) PAL ARTS – Arts Learning and 3) PAL FIT – Fitness/Wellness and Health.

PAL Smarts

PAL Smarts, an academic enrichment component of PAL After School, is designed to enhance the academic performance of youth by engaging them in educational, cultural and recreational activities that compliment lessons and concepts taught in school. Held in small group settings, PAL Smarts use homework assistance to identify academic strengths and weaknesses. Special projects include citywide essay contests, monthly workshops, and events that encourage parental involvement.

PAL Arts

PAL Arts, an arts learning component, provides sequential arts instruction taught by professional artists-in-residence, who guide students through the exploration of visual and performing arts. Utilizing experiential education techniques, PAL Arts allows youth the opportunity to develop real and measurable skills in a chosen artistic discipline. Students are introduced to the basics of drawing and painting, instrumental music, dance, performance poetry, and theater arts.

PAL Fit

PAL Fit, a wellness and health component, is a nutrition intervention initiative that was created to empower youth with the knowledge and life skills needed to lead healthy and active lives. Integrating academic subjects such as math and science into a fitness and nutrition curriculum, PAL Fit includes three components—physical fitness, healthy lifestyle and proper nutrition—all of which are addressed within the broader context of the family, community and socioeconomic circumstances.

PAL Kids Special Events

Each year, over 2,700 children from our communities are given the opportunity to participate or compete in several academic, arts and fitness events on a country wide level. Events are designed to stimulate learning, cooperation, camaraderie, self-expression, self-esteem and sportsmanship through a variety of fun and exciting activities. While helping children identify and develop their talents and artistic abilities, PAL Kids Events offer young people memorable opportunities to showcase their talents and be recognized for their achievements. Events are an integral part of the PAL After School and Summer Day Camp programs and help children gain a sense of pride for their communities. PAL Kids Events reflect PAL’s rich history and traditions. PAL Kids Events include: