Frequently Asked Questions
What grades can participate in the program?
Children entering Kindergarten through 6th grade.
How much is the program?
What grades can participate in the program?
Children entering Kindergarten through 6th grade.
How much is the program?
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Thomas Jefferson & Emerson Hough
Before and After School Care ............................... Just After Care ................................................... Just Before Care ................................................. |
$80 Per week per child $75 Per week per child $40 Per week per child |
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Newton YMCA (Includes all day care for no school days)
Before and After School Care ............................... Just After or After Care ........................................ |
$135 Per week per child $115 Per week per child |
Where is the program offered?
Before and After Care will be offered at 3 locations in the fall:
Thomas Jefferson Elementary
112 Thomas Jefferson Dr.
Emerson Hough Elementary
700 N 4th Ave E
Newton YMCA (Additional Cost)
1701 S 8th Ave E
Before and After Care will be offered at 3 locations in the fall:
Thomas Jefferson Elementary
112 Thomas Jefferson Dr.
Emerson Hough Elementary
700 N 4th Ave E
Newton YMCA (Additional Cost)
1701 S 8th Ave E
Why is the Newton YMCA location more expensive than the in school programs?
The Newton YMCA location is more expensive than the in school program because the student will receive care on days when there is no school. This includes snow days. In addition to all day care, students will have opportunities to utilize the pool and other benefits unique to the Newton Y.
What if my child attends a school where before and after care isn't offered?
Transportation will be available to transport students from their school to a location where before and after care is offered.
When can I register my child(ren)?
Registration will open on July 1st. Registration packets can be picked up at the the Newton YMCA. A $35 registration fee and the first weeks tuition will be due at registration.
Can I use state assistance to pay for the program?
The YMCA accepts DHS payments for the program.
What if I don't get approved for state assistance?
The YMCA has scholarships available for families in need. We ask that you first complete an application for DHS. Scholarship applications will be available this summer.
Can my child(ren) eat breakfast at the school?
Before school participants can eat breakfast at an additional cost from the school. The cost of breakfast is not included in the program.
The Newton YMCA location is more expensive than the in school program because the student will receive care on days when there is no school. This includes snow days. In addition to all day care, students will have opportunities to utilize the pool and other benefits unique to the Newton Y.
What if my child attends a school where before and after care isn't offered?
Transportation will be available to transport students from their school to a location where before and after care is offered.
When can I register my child(ren)?
Registration will open on July 1st. Registration packets can be picked up at the the Newton YMCA. A $35 registration fee and the first weeks tuition will be due at registration.
Can I use state assistance to pay for the program?
The YMCA accepts DHS payments for the program.
What if I don't get approved for state assistance?
The YMCA has scholarships available for families in need. We ask that you first complete an application for DHS. Scholarship applications will be available this summer.
Can my child(ren) eat breakfast at the school?
Before school participants can eat breakfast at an additional cost from the school. The cost of breakfast is not included in the program.
