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YMCA Alaska, Anchorage, Mat-Su, Fitness, Community Center, Youth Development, Healthy Living, Social Responsibility

YMCA OF ALASKA

AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENT PROGRAM

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Our after school enrichment program at the Y is dedicated to fostering the physical, social, and emotional development of school-aged children. In this nurturing and safe environment, kids will expand their understanding of the world, develop healthy relationships with their peers, build self-reliance, and receive assistance with their schoolwork.

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YMCA Alaska, Anchorage, Mat-Su, Fitness, Community Center, Youth Development, Healthy Living, Social Responsibility
YMCA Alaska, Anchorage, Mat-Su, Fitness, Community Center, Youth Development, Healthy Living, Social Responsibility

Healthy Weight and Your Child is an evidence-based lifestyle change intervention designed to address childhood obesity by empowering children and families through education, healthy eating and physical activity.

YMCA Alaska, Anchorage, Mat-Su, Fitness, Community Center, Youth Development, Healthy Living, Social Responsibility

After School Programs

Child care at the YMCA is an integral part of the YMCA Mission.

We recognize and value the need for strong, values based school age child care in this community.

Within all of our programs you will find a strong emphasis on the YMCA’s four core values:

CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT and RESPONSIBILITY.

School Sites Offered

After School Sites 2:30 pm to 6:30 pm

  • Bayshore Elementary
  • College Gate Elementary
  • Tudor Elementary
  • Baxter Elementary
  • Bowman Elementary
  • Kasuun Elementary
  • Kincaid Elementary
  • Lakehood Elementary
  • Willowcrest Elementary
  • Eagle River Elementary
  • East N. Lights ABC Elementary

After School Program Prices

 

  • AFTER- $550.00 month

For more information email us: kids@ymcaalaska.org

Please download our parent packet for important information about our program.

 

The YMCA of Alaska offers after school programs for several important reasons:

Support for Working Families:

Many parents work full-time jobs and need reliable child care after school hours. The YMCA’s after school programs provide a safe and nurturing environment for children while their parents are at work.

Holistic Development:

The YMCA is committed to nurturing the whole child, not just academically but also socially, emotionally, and physically. Our after school programs offer opportunities for children to engage in enriching activities that promote their overall development.

Community Engagement:

By offering after school programs, the YMCA strengthens community bonds. Families can connect with each other, and children have the chance to build friendships and social skills outside of the classroom.

Safety and Supervision:

Safety is a top priority for the YMCA. Our after school programs ensure that children are supervised by trained staff members in a secure environment, giving parents peace of mind.

Academic Support:

Some YMCA after school programs offer homework help and academic enrichment activities, ensuring that children have the resources they need to succeed in school.

Overall, the YMCA of Alaska provides after school programs to support families, promote child development, foster community connections, ensure safety, and offer academic support to children in the community.