About the Program
Philosophy
St. Joseph Extended Care Program is designed to be a place where a child can play and grow in a well-organized, yet flexible environment. Parents have the security of knowing that their child is in a safe and supervised program. The Extended Care Program reflects the philosophy of St. Joseph Elementary School and derives its existence from the school.
Program
St. Joseph Extended Care Program is designed to meet the needs of the child. Activities include the following:
- Snack/Social Time
- Outdoor Play
- Homework/Study Period
- Indoor/Outdoor Recreation
- Arts and Crafts
- Special Events as planned
Schedule
Extended Care opens for mornings at 7:00 am and in the afternoons at the time of school dismissal. The program is only open when school is in session and is closed on all school holidays, vacations, and the dates listed below:
- The Friday before a three day weekend
- The Friday before our SJES El Rancho carnival
- Halloween
- The last school day before Christmas and Easter Break
- The last two days of the school year
- * Other dates subject to change. Please check the SJES calendar for the most up-to-date information.
St. Joseph Extended Care Program will close at 4:30 pm for the following events:
- Back-To-School Night
- Christmas Program
- Spring Sing
- 8th Grade Honorary Dinner
- Graduation
- End-of-Year Party
- Other events subject to change. Please check you calendar for the most up to date information.
Additions or changes to the school calendar may necessitate additional closures of Extended Care. Please check the calendar for the most up-to-date information.