WHAT IS EXTENDED CARE?
Extended Care is an extension of our students’ day and consists of four main components: Literacy Development, Social-Emotional Learning, STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) Activities and Physical activities (indoor and outdoor).
Literacy Development and activities are extended in to the afternoon so that students continue to have the opportunity to build their reading and comprehension skills. Social-emotional learning is offered in order to build students’ understanding of their emotions, self-awareness skills, social-awareness skills , self-management skills, responsible decision-making skills and relationship skills through student and parent groups, various programs and Out-of-School-Time curricula.
In order to keep Extended Care fun AND educational, students are exposed to various STE(A)M activities (such as Nelson-Atkins sessions, School Beats program and the V.I.P. Movement among other programs. Every student has the opportunity to participate in activities that involve physical science, incorporates technology, constructs engineering and design models, creates art and/or applies math.
Finally, students have the chance to exercise and get some fresh air. Outdoors/indoor physical activity is a way to move oxygen to the brain so that students can focus and continue learning late into the afternoon.
We are excited to announce that enrollment for our 2026–2027 Extended Care Program is now open! Brookside Charter is proud to offer this service throughout the academic school year while providing a safe, structured, and enriching environment for our students after school.
**Enrollment Process
To enroll your child in Extended Care, please complete the online application:
2026-2027 Extended Care Application
**Hours of Operation
In alignment with the 2026–2027 School calendar:
- Extended Care Hours: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
**Registration Fee
A one-time $25 registration fee is required per family.
$35 Weekly Fee
$15 Weekly Fee for any addition children
**Late Pick-Up Policy
If your child is not picked up by 3:30 PM, the following fees will apply:
- 3:30 PM – 3:45 PM: $10 per child
- After 4:00 PM: Your child will be automatically enrolled in Extended Care for the day at an additional $10 per child.
- Please note that if your child is sent to Extended Care due to a late pick-up, the total $20 fee ($10 late fee + $10 Extended Care fee) will be due upon arrival.
For students already enrolled in Extended Care, a $10 late fee per child will be applied to your account if picked up after 6:00 PM.
We look forward to a successful and enriching 2026–2027 school year. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
**Contact Information:**
For any questions regarding Extended Care, please contact the Extended Care Director, Chereyl White at cwhite@brooksidecharter.org
For any questions regarding Extended Care, please contact the Extended Care Director, Chereyl White at cwhite@brooksidecharter.org
Extended Care Payment