WHERE KIDS EXCEL
BEFORE & AFTER THE BELL
The YMCA of Middletown continues to follow all state and local health department guidelines to implement the safest childcare protocols possible in our Club Kid program. The Y also works with each school district’s administrators to ensure our program meets the unique needs of each district.
Club Kid provides safe, fun, and supervised care before and after school at numerous elementary schools in Orange County. Please scroll down to see the details for Club Kid in your child’s school district.
Each Club Kid program follows their school district’s calendar. Club Kid is registered and licensed by the New York State Office of Child and Family Services (OCFS).
The Y strives to provide an exciting and stimulating environment, giving children the opportunity to make activity choices that best suit their individual needs and interests while encouraging personal growth, socialization, and an appreciation for diversity. The YMCA Core Values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY are reflected in all that we do.
The AM Club Kid program helps children start the day right with activities such as arts and crafts, games, and quiet time for last-minute school projects. In the PM Club Kid program children have the opportunity to participate in activities; snack, homework time, arts and crafts, outside play, gym time, and other special events to create a diverse afternoon full of FUN.
FAMILY ADVANTAGE
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF ALL THE Y HAS TO OFFER – Once you enroll your child(ren) in Club Kid, your family is eligible for a YMCA Family Advantage Membership plan. For just $36 per month, you will have access to programs and services at all of our branches and we’ll waive your enrollment fee when you join!
DROP OFF & PICK UP
• Children attending the AM Club Kid program must be signed in by an adult. Children in the Middletown School District must be dropped off at The Center For Youth Programs no earlier than 6:45 am and no later than 8:00 am to be transported via the YMCA bus from The Center to their school for the start of the school day.
• Children who attend the PM program must be signed out by an adult by 6:00pm.
HALF DAYS
The AM program operates as usual on half days but there is no PM program on half days (with the exception of our Middletown Club Kid Program).
2-HOUR DELAYS
Middletown is the ONLY district that offers Club Kid when there is a 2-hour delay. All other district’s Club Kid programs are cancelled when there is a 2-hour delay.
SCHOOL BREAKS
WHEN SCHOOLS OUT WE’RE HERE FOR YOU – School’s Out Vacation Camp provides a safe place for children to play during school vacations such as winter recess and spring break as well as other school holidays. Click here to learn more about School’s Out Vacation Camp at the YMCA of Middletown, the South Orange Family YMCA and Camp Robbins.
STAFF
The Y strives to employ nurturing professionally trained individuals who will take time to get to know each participant and their family. All of our staff must fit the criteria set forth by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services and must be fingerprinted, have previous childcare experience, and be cleared by the N.Y. State Central Clearance. We provide our staff with extensive training throughout the year to ensure the highest quality program for your child.
REGISTRATION
• Fees vary by school due to variations in start and dismissal times of each school. Please see the LOCATIONS list below and click on the name of your child’s school district to view the REGISTRATION PACKET including program schedules and rates.
• You may register at any time throughout the school year, space permitting. Please note: There is a waiting period of 3 school days before your child can start the program.
• A non-refundable registration fee is required to hold placement and automatically monthly payments are processed on the 1st of each month.
• Registrations must include the registration fee and first payment at the time of registration and the automatic draft will begin on the 1st of the following month.
• There is a waiting period of 3 school days from the date of registration to the date a child may start Club Kid.
• To register, email a completed REGISTRATION PACKET for your child’s school district (listed below) to childcare@middletownymca.org. Please Note: Students in the Middletown school district must submit a copy of current immunization records at the time of registration. Other districts do not require a copy of immunization records.
• CHANGES AND CANCELLATIONS – All changes and cancellations require a 15 day notice prior to the cancellation date in order to cancel or change that draft. All changes and cancellations are subject to a $10 fee which can be paid at the time of the adjustment or on the next draft.
• FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE through our ACCESS program. Please note: the financial assistance process may take up to 4 weeks to complete. ACCESS APPLICATIONS are accepted starting July 15th.
BILLING
For questions regarding billing or to update billing information please contact:
Lauren Goff, Billing Coordinator
845 395 1004
lgoff@middletownymca.org
LOCATIONS & CONTACTS
Please see the list below. If we do not currently offer Club Kid in your district, please don’t hesitate to call so that we may help you locate a before or after school program that will serve your needs.
| 2021-2022 INFORMATION | CONTACT |
|---|---|
| Chester Chester Elementary – AM/PM | Susan Fortes 845-395-1022 845-741-2298 sfortes@middletownymca.org |
| Cornwall Cornwall Elementary – PM Only | Josh Horner 845 956 1519 845 346 6280 jhorner@middletownymca.org |
| Florida Golden Hill Elementary -AM/PM | Susan Fortes 845-395-1022 845-741-2298 sfortes@middletownymca.org |
| Goshen Scotchtown Avenue Elementary – AM/PM Goshen Intermediate – AM/PM | Susan Fortes 845-395-1022 845-741-2298 sfortes@middletownymca.org |
| Middletown Students in grades K-6 (or up to age 13) participate in Club Kid at The Center For Youth Programs located at 6 Liberty Street in Middletown. Transportation to and from the schools is provided by the Y for the AM & PM program. Click here to learn more about Club Kid at The Center.Maple Hill Elementary – AM/PM at The CenterMonhagen Middle School – PM only at The CenterPresidential Park Elementary – AM/PM at The CenterTwin Towers Middle School – PM only at The Center William A. Carter Elementary – AM/PM at The Center | Krystal Cable-Scholz 845 395 1005 845 421 3647 kcable@middletownymca.org |
| Minisink Minisink Elementary/Intermediate – AM/PM Otisville Elementary – AM/PM | Josh Horner 845 956 1519 845 346 6280 jhorner@middletownymca.org |
| Monroe Woodbury Central Valley – AM/PM North Main – AM/PM Pine Tree – AM/PM Sapphire – AM/PM Smith Clove – AM/PM MW Middle School – PM Only | Andrea Nisbett-Brown 845 394 2126 845 649 6014 anb@middletownymca.org |
| Pine Bush EJ Russell – AM/PM Pakanasink – AM/PM | EJR ONLY: Josh Horner 845 956 1519 845 346 6280 jhorner@middletownymca.org PAKANASINK ONLY: Susan Fortes 845-395-1022 845-741-2298 sfortes@middletownymca.org |
| Port Jervis Anna S. Kuhl Elementary – AM/PM Hamilton Bicentennial Elementary – AM/PM | Josh Horner 845 956 1519 845 346 6280 jhorner@middletownymca.org |
| Valley Central Berea Elementary – AM/PM Montgomery Elementary – AM/PM | Josh Horner 845 956 1519 845 346 6280 jhorner@middletownymca.org |
| Wallkill Leptondale Elementary – AM/PM Ostrander Elementary – AM/PM Plattekill Elementary – AM/PM | Josh Horner 845 956 1519 845 346 6280 jhorner@middletownymca.org |
| Washingtonville Round Hill – AM/PM | Susan Fortes 845-395-1022 845-741-2298 sfortes@middletownymca.org |