After School

The After School Program provides enrichment learning including physical activity and fitness, homework assistance, STEAM-based activities in the areas of science, engineering, art, music, and much more. The program operates from school dismissal until 5:30 pm Monday through Friday when school is in session. After School follows Orange County Schools Traditional Academic Calendar for Students. Dates the program will not operate will be listed on your receipt for each month of enrollment.

Transportation

After School serves students enrolled at Central, Grady Brown Elementary, New Hope, Pathways, and River Park Elementary schools. The program is located at the Central Recreation Center in downtown Hillsborough. Transportation from your child's school to the Central Recreation Center is provided via County-owned and -operated 15-passenger vans. Enrolled participants are to be picked up from the Central Recreation Center by 5:30 pm; transportation is not provided to home at the end of the program day.

Schedule

Daily schedule will include physical activity, snack, homework help or quiet, self-directed activity, theme/enrichment activity, and activity centers. Snack is provided.

Registration

Priority registration is given to returning students. Month-to-month, enrolled students must confirm enrollment with payment by 5 p.m. on the 15th of each month (or first business day following in the event of weekend or holiday). At 5 p.m. any remaining spaces will be available for open enrollment online or in person with payment due at the time of enrollment. 

Registration is not confirmed and student may not begin attendance until a welcome notice is received in writing from After School staff in order to ensure transportation arrangements are secured. 

Behavior Expectations

Every participant is expected to follow reasonable standards of appropriate behavior. We expect them to show camaraderie, good sportsmanship, and respect towards other participants and staff. Every participant is expected to respect the rights of others and can’t take away from the enjoyment, safety, and participation of others. Participation in Orange County Recreation programs depends on their ability to cooperate in a group environment.