Bransom Elementary

After School Program

Monday-Friday, 2:50-6:00 pm

BISD schedule will be followed.  If Bransom Elementary has an early dismissal, a student holiday, or is closed due to weather, the After School Program (ASP) will be cancelled.

This non-profit program provides an affordable opportunity for our students to continue learning and exploring after the school bell rings without leaving Bransom’s campus.  The Bransom ASP is a great alternative to daycare.

The program operates from 2:50 to 6:00 p.m. , Monday through Friday.  We meet on the stage every day immediately after school (through the Lost and Found entrance).  Following a snack and restroom break our students head to the Learning Center , located in the cafeteria, to spend time on homework, read or use manipulatives such as flashcards.  From the Learning Center , students will all go either outside for free recess or to the gym for a Big Group Game.  Immediately following the large group time, we will divide the students into groups by ages/grade and they will then go to their activity or – camp – as we call it.  Each day the groups will rotate so that they have the opportunity to go to each camp once per week.

To start your child’s after school adventure, return a completed enrollment form (available in the office) with the registration fee and first month’s tuition (see policies and procedures for fees and tuition rates) to the office. Be sure to indicate your child’s start date, and I will look forward to seeing them after school.

Please feel free to contact Cindy Wade, director, or Kristina Villarreal, assistant director, with any questions you have at 817.454.3742 .  The After School Program’s office hours are
2:30-6:00 p.m., but leave a message at any time, and your call will be returned as soon as possible.

In Bransom’s After School Program, everyday can be a GREAT day and I hope your child is a part of the fun!

Policies & Procedures

2007-08 School Year

Mission

Camp Instructors

The instructors are Bransom’s finest teachers, parents, college or high school students and friends.

Students

Students are required to show respect toward instructors and other students at all times.  If a student refuses to cooperate, Extended Day reserves the right to dismiss that student.

FEES

         Regular Fees
$125/month     first child              $75/month       second child

o      Payments are due on the 1^st day of each month by 6 p.m.
If the 1^st falls on a school holiday or weekend, payments are due on the next scheduled school day.

o        No discounts will be given for absences or school holidays.  

o         Payments may be made in the school office or during ASP hours. 

o         Make checks payable to Bransom Elementary, including ASP in memo section along with your child’s name.
 

         Drop In/Daily Fee  (upon availability)
$10 per day
Must be paid in advance or day of drop in. 
 

         Late Payment Fee
$10 per day late
A late fee will be charged if payment is not made on time.
 

         Late Pick-Up Fee
$10 after 6:05 p.m. plus $2 per minute until child is picked up, even in the event of traffic congestion.  Please have someone who lives close on hand to pick up your child on time if you will not be able to.
 

        No-Call Fee 
$10 after the first time                                  
A fee will be charged if you fail to inform Bransom ASP of your child’s absence from the program (see attendance paragraph below for notification procedures).
 

All fees are non-refundable.

Attendance

Parents are required to notify us by 2 p.m. when a student will not be attending the ASP by leaving a message with the school office or calling the ASP cell phone direct at 817-454-3742 and leaving a message.  Thank you for your help with keeping your child safe.

Medication Policy

The ASP does NOT have access to medications in the nurse’s office.  We prefer that the nurse administers medications before 3 p.m.   If the student requires a prescription medication, such as an inhaler, during ASP hours, the parent must provide the ASP with such medication even if the nurse already has it.  A proper medication form will need to be completed with a physician’s signature. 

Snacks

The ASP will provide a snack, however the student will need to bring a water bottle daily.  Students are welcome to bring snacks from home as they may not care for a particular snack that is provided.  If your child has certain snack requirements due to health or, for instance, orthodontics, you may prefer to send a snack with your child.

Personal Items

From time to time, students may need to bring their own personal sports equipment such as softball glove, batting helmet, etc.  Please make sure that each item is labeled with his or her name.  The ASP is not responsible for any lost or stolen items.  For safety reasons, all students are required to wear appropriate shoes for physical/sport activities.  Trading of toys, cards, etc will not be permitted and should be left at home.

Withdrawal from Enrollment

A two-week written notice is required if you choose to withdraw your child from Extended Day.  You will be charged for two weeks from date of notice regardless of whether or not your child attends.  If your family experiences a major occurrence requiring you to withdraw your child suddenly without notice, please speak directly to the director and explain your situation.  It may be possible to work out arrangements that suits everyone.

Contact Person

If you have questions you may contact director, Cindy Wade by e-mail at cwade@burlesonisd.net or call 817.454.3742 .