YMCA Afterschool Academy
VISD has partnered with the Barbara Bauer Briggs Family YMCA to provide an after-school enrichment program for students in grades pre-k through 5. The YMCA Afterschool Academy will be offered at these campuses:
Aloe Elementary
Crain Elementary
DeLeon Elementary
Dudley Elementary
Rowland Elementary
Shields Elementary
Smith Elementary
Registration
Registration is available through our website.
Online registration ONLY reserves a spot for your child. Your child is NOT registered for a YMCA Afterschool Program until you complete the registration form* and turn it in or email it to the Childcare Billing office.
*Every line of the registration form MUST be filled out. Forms with blanks will not be accepted. List "N/A" if necessary. Once complete, you may turn in the paperwork to the YMCA Childcare Department at 1806 N. Nimitz or email Dionne Vela at dvela@ymcavictoria.org.
The YMCA Afterschool Program will be available Monday-Friday (when school is in session) from dismissal to 6:30 p.m. Weekly rates and drop-in rates are available. Full daycare is also available during school breaks. CCS is accepted and financial assistance is available.
This is a state-licensed program, providing safe, exciting, and educational activities for your child. Our staff encourages your child to be involved in the STEM, arts & crafts, and outdoor activities implemented in our program. We provide homework time daily and structured fun time.
The YMCA Afterschool Program is:
CCS (Child Care Services) Vendor
Licensed by the Texas Department of Family & Protective Services
Low staff-to-child ratios
Highly qualified staff who receive ongoing education
All staff undergo pre-employment drug tests & background checks
What we offer:
Small Groups to ensure distancing rules
Fun, engaging curriculum to include but not limited to Arts & Crafts, Health, Wellness & Fitness, Math & Literacy
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)
Virtual learning and homework assistance
Social interaction
Physical activity daily
Positive, values-based environment
Financial Assistance
We believe every child deserves access to high-quality care. For more information about our financial assistance program and documents needed upon application, visit our website.
Pricing
One Time Registration Fee: $45
Weekly: $50 Y Members/$55 Community
Drop-In:
The YMCA Afterschool Program will be available Monday-Friday (when school is in session) from dismissal to 6:30 p.m. Weekly rates and drop-in rates available. Full daycare is also available during school breaks. CCS is accepted and financial assistance is available.
Work with the YMCA
The Y provides a rewarding place to work. We are inspired by transforming our communities and ourselves by the work that we do. At the heart of it all is our unrelenting drive to make a difference in the lives of our members, participants, and staff. Our history is rich, our passion is contagious, and our people are dedicated.