YMCA’s Back to School Open House

To educate the community about its before-school, after-school and no-school-day programs, the YMCA of Central Kentucky will host a free “Back to School Open House” at all four YMCA branches in Lexington on Saturday, July 15, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

The event will feature giveaways, fun activities for kids and a chance to save $35. For all children who register at the event for before and/or after school care, the Y will waive the $35 enrollment fee.

“This is an excellent opportunity for new and returning families to get registered early, save money and be ready for the upcoming school year,” said Jessica Berry, Vice President of Youth Development.

The YMCA is a leading nonprofit committed to nurturing the potential of all children, supporting their social-emotional, cognitive and physical development. In the before-school and after-school programs, youth receive homework help, healthy snacks and enrichment opportunities such as art, music and physical activities.

The before-school care starts between 7-7:15 a.m. (depending on location) and runs to the start of the school day. After-school care runs from the time of school dismissal through 6 p.m.

Both school programs are open to children in grades K-8. After-school transportation options are available. The YMCA also offers an Out of School Day Care Program during single day holidays, longer holiday breaks and in-service days. Cost is $30 per day. The YMCA of Central Kentucky operates 10 sites across Central Kentucky.

The program is sponsored by Commonwealth Credit Union. “Commonwealth Credit Union takes pride in helping to better the lives of those in the communities we serve. We’re excited to join forces with the YMCA to help make a difference in the community,” Chief Marketing Officer Patty Smith said.

Programs are open to everyone – YMCA membership is not required. Financial assistance is available.

The YMCA operates before and after school care at the following sites:

 

Licensed Before School Care

Beaumont Middle School, 2080 Georgian Way;

Leestown Middle School, 2010 Leestown Road;

Southern Middle School, 400 Wilson Downing Road.


Licensed After School Care

C.M. Gatton Beaumont YMCA, located at 3251 Beaumont Centre Circle;
Glendover Elementary School, located 710 Glendover Road;
James Lane Allen Elementary School, located at 1901 Appomattox Road;
Leestown Middle School, 2010 Leestown Road;
North Lexington Family YMCA, located at 381 West Loudon Avenue;
The Academy for Leadership at Millcreek Elementary, located at 1212 Reva Ridge Way;
Whitaker Family YMCA, located at 2681 Old Rosebud Road;

 

Enrichment Program (After School Care Only) 

High Street YMCA, located at 239 East High Street.

 

Out of School Day Care Program (7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
C.M. Gatton Beaumont YMCA, located at 3251 Beaumont Centre Circle;
High Street YMCA, located at 239 East High Street, (provided on select days)

North Lexington Family YMCA, located at 381 West Loudon Avenue;
Whitaker Family YMCA, located at 2681 Old Rosebud Road.

 

Info: visit www.ymcacky.org.