Seven Claremont schools hold afterschool program
Author: Wes Woods II, Staff Writer
Almost 500 students attended Oakmont outdoor magnet school's celebration last week of the Claremont Unified School District's afterschool program.
The event, which included seven different schools, included youths from kindergarden through sixth grades.
The day included a dunk tank with Oakmont principal Kevin Ward inside, entertainment with the Riverside-based John "The Lizard Wizard" Minko who had reptiles and other animals and other activities.
Children could also snack on popcorn or cotton candy or play games with other youths.
Ward said the water "was not as cold as I thought" after he had been dunked numerous times and was drying off. He described the day as "a great event."
Parents and guardians said they were happy with the afterschool program.
Claremont mother Erin
LeBlanc, whose 8 1/ 2-year-old son was at the event, said the afterschool program was "great."
"You get all the kids together," LeBlanc said.
Nadine Gonzalez, 10, of Pomona said this was her first year attending the event and said she enjoyed the dunk tank and the cotton candy and popcorn.
"It's pretty fun," Nadine said.
Afterschool program coordinator Kimberly Kenner said the program "helps show kids how to solve problems and build on their interests."
The school district operates a child development program but due to limited enrollment in the program, officials suggest parents call the child development office immediately for registration applications.
The office is at 170 W. San Jose Ave, Suite 30. The phone number is (909) 398-0373.
Elementary school students who are eligible would be in a program from 7 a.m. until school begins and after school until 6 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Also offered is a full-day program at selected school sites from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. during summer vacation, spring break and winter recess.
Parents would pay a fee ranging from an amount to cover before-school care only to a fee to cover before- and after-school care to maintain the self-supported program.
There is also limited "Latchkey" funding available to eligible families who meet state funding requirements.
Other programs include the state universal preschool program and the family child care network program.
The event, which included seven different schools, included youths from kindergarden through sixth grades.
The day included a dunk tank with Oakmont principal Kevin Ward inside, entertainment with the Riverside-based John "The Lizard Wizard" Minko who had reptiles and other animals and other activities.
Children could also snack on popcorn or cotton candy or play games with other youths.
Ward said the water "was not as cold as I thought" after he had been dunked numerous times and was drying off. He described the day as "a great event."
Parents and guardians said they were happy with the afterschool program.
Claremont mother Erin
LeBlanc, whose 8 1/ 2-year-old son was at the event, said the afterschool program was "great."
"You get all the kids together," LeBlanc said.
Nadine Gonzalez, 10, of Pomona said this was her first year attending the event and said she enjoyed the dunk tank and the cotton candy and popcorn.
"It's pretty fun," Nadine said.
Afterschool program coordinator Kimberly Kenner said the program "helps show kids how to solve problems and build on their interests."
The school district operates a child development program but due to limited enrollment in the program, officials suggest parents call the child development office immediately for registration applications.
The office is at 170 W. San Jose Ave, Suite 30. The phone number is (909) 398-0373.
Elementary school students who are eligible would be in a program from 7 a.m. until school begins and after school until 6 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Also offered is a full-day program at selected school sites from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. during summer vacation, spring break and winter recess.
Parents would pay a fee ranging from an amount to cover before-school care only to a fee to cover before- and after-school care to maintain the self-supported program.
There is also limited "Latchkey" funding available to eligible families who meet state funding requirements.
Other programs include the state universal preschool program and the family child care network program.
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