The Appleton Area School District offers high-quality, sustainable out-of-school time learning opportunities and programming for students.
These programs are provided through partnerships with the
Appleton YMCA and
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Fox Valley.
Site coordinators are located at each school to create vital links between the student's school hours and non-school hours.
Where to Start
Start by looking at the chart below to see what extended day opportunities are available at your student's school. Next, click on the Register links below to learn more about registration and fees.
Schools |
Programming
Available |
Hours |
Site Coordinator
Contact |
Partner
Organization |
Register |
Badger
Elementary |
Before and After |
7:00-8:10 AM
3:16-6:00 PM
|
(920) 997-1399
Ext. 2529 |
Boys & Girls Club |
Register |
Berry
Elementary |
Before and After |
6:30 AM-6:00 PM
|
(920) 209-0156
|
YMCA |
Register |
Classical School |
After School |
3:16 PM-6:00 PM
|
(920) 209-5925
|
YMCA |
Register |
Columbus
Elementary*/
Appleton Bilingual |
Before and After |
7:00-8:00 AM
3:16-6:00 PM
|
(920) 997-1399
Ext. 2608 |
Boys & Girls Club
|
Register |
Edison
Elementary |
Before and After |
6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
|
(920) 209-0160
|
YMCA |
Register |
Ferber
Elementary |
Before and After |
6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
|
(920) 209-0154
|
YMCA |
Register |
Foster
Elementary |
Before and After |
7:00-8:10 AM
3:16-6:00 PM
Late Start Mornings:
7:00-10:10 AM
|
(920) 832-5724 |
Boys & Girls Club
|
Register |
Franklin
Elementary |
Before and After |
6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
|
(920) 209-0171
|
YMCA |
Register |
Highlands
Elementary |
Before and After |
7:00-8:10 AM
3:16-6:00 PM
|
(920) 997-1382 |
Boys & Girls Club
|
Register |
Horizons
Elementary |
Before and After |
|
(920) 832-4393 |
YMCA |
Register for after school |
Houdini
Elementary |
Before and After |
6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
|
(920) 209-0152
|
YMCA |
Register |
Huntley
Elementary |
Before and After |
6:30 AM-8:10 AM and 3:16-6:00 PM |
(920) 209-0174
|
YMCA & BGC |
Register / Register |
Jefferson Elementary
/ Fox River
Academy |
After School |
3:16-6:00 PM
|
(920) 209-0159 |
YMCA |
Register |
Johnston
Elementary |
Before and After |
6:30-8:05 AM
3:16-6:00 PM
|
(920) 209-0157 |
YMCA |
Register |
Lincoln
Elementary |
Before and After |
6:30-8:05 AM
3:16-6:00 PM
|
(920) 832-4951
|
YMCA |
Register |
McKinley
Elementary |
Before and After |
|
(920) 209-0680
|
YMCA |
Register |
Richmond
Elementary |
Before and After |
6:30 AM-8:22 AM
3:16 PM-6:00 PM |
(920) 209-0169
|
YMCA |
Register |
Einstein
Middle |
None |
|
Kaleidoscope
Academy |
Before and After |
6:45-7:45 AM
3:20-6:00 PM
|
(920) 832-6303 |
Boys & Girls Club |
Register |
Madison
Middle |
None |
|
Wilson
Middle |
Before and After |
6:50-7:50 AM
3:20-6:00 PM
|
(920) 997-1399 Ext. 7758 |
Boys & Girls Club
|
Register |
Extended Day Programming Activities
Students who attend Extended Day Programming have the opportunity to participate in a variety of programs that impact academic achievement; help develop new skills and interests; increase awareness and understanding of different cultures; and increase physical fitness, self-esteem, and leadership skills.
- Academics: Tutoring, daily homework, assistance, book clubs, reading programs and incentives
- Enrichment: Dance, field trips, cooking classes, career exploration, health & wellness activities
- Technology: Computer games, pen pal exchanges, educational programs, computer and internet classes
- Recreation: Outdoor play, board games, sports and games
- Culture: Music, drama, dance, arts, and crafts
- Community Service
More about the YMCA

The YMCA provides safe, quality care for children at various sites throughout the Appleton area. Any child age 5 to 12 years is welcome to participate in the program. The program is licensed by the state of Wisconsin under the group child care regulations.
Before care begins at 6:30 a.m. and after care ends at 6:00 p.m. Care on select days outside of the normal school schedule is available at an additional fee. Children may not arrive prior to the scheduled starting time and Y staff must be present to accept the child.
Apply for a program
Purpose
YMCA Extended Day Programs are dedicated to offering a quality and caring experience for children 5-12 years of age. Programs are designed to accommodate family schedules and offer children a chance to grow and develop in a positive environment conducive to developing skills and values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
YMCA Philosophy of Extended Programs
YMCA Extended Programs are designed to encourage children to build healthy, happy attitudes and to work toward developing competencies and skills through a variety of work and play experiences. Our goal is to develop the individual child’s positive self-image, creative expression, communication skills, and motion coordination, in an environment that stimulates a desire to learn and have fun.
More about the Boys & Girls Club of the Fox Valley