JOES ExCEL After School Program (Grades 1-5)
The Jose Ortega After School Program (ASP) is a collaborative program offered by Jose Ortega Elementary School, the School Health Programs Department and the Stonestown Family YMCA. The program, for grades 1-5, provides students with academic assistance, recreational activities, program enrichment, and personal growth and development opportunities. Its goals are to promote physical activity, nutritional awareness, increased academic achievement, and community involvement in a safe and well-structured environment.
The ASP program is free of charge. Students are expected to attend every day, ready to learn and prepared to work on assignments.
For further information about the Jose Ortega after-school program, call Fred Acebo at (415) 283-6999.
JOES Fee-Based After School Program (kindergarten only)
The Stonestown Family YMCA will offer an enrichment-based, kindergarten-level afterschool program at Jose Ortega Elementary School for the 2008-2009 school year. Kindergartners will enjoy a variety of fun activities, field trips, and healthy snacks under the care of professionally trained YMCA employees while creating a sense of community in the afterschool hours.
There will be two-, three-, and five-day After School Program (ASP) options available. The cost of this fee-based program will range from $225 to $450 per month, depending upon the number of days of attendance. Financial aid will be available.
If you have questions or would like more information, please notify Youth and Family Program Director Emily Formosa at (415) 452-9622.
Community Programs near Jose Ortega Elementary School
The Pride After School Enrichment Program at the I.T. Bookman Community Center is a free program designed for children ages 6 to 16 years old. It provides homework assistance, tutorial services, nutritious snacks, field trips, arts and crafts, and a summer enrichment program. Students also have opportunities to volunteer and mentor other students.
During the school year, the program’s hours are Mondays through Fridays, 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Although the Pride Program closes for some national holidays, it is open for others, particularly during extended public school spring and winter breaks. During the summer, extended hours are Mondays through Fridays, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The I.T. Bookman Community Center is located at 446 Randolph Street, just one block south (and down Arch Street ) from Jose Ortega Elementary School. There are limited spaces available, and the completion of a short application is required. For more information, please contact Program Director Renard Monroe or Executive Director Nyree Monroe at (415) 586-8020.