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PARAkids Extended Day Program:

Ages 4-12

Current School Year: 8/7/24 - 5/22/25


The Extended Day After School Program at the Phelps Activity Center is designed for students at Rock Quarry Elementary School (RQE). The program is open to all students, but parents are responsible for providing transportation for their child to the Phelps Center if they do not attend RQE. 

Monday-Friday: 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
(Students will be walked from RQE to the Phelps Center)


Students will be given time to complete homework assignments with assistance from staff, outdoor/playground time, and other activities such as indoor rock climbing, visits to indoor playgrounds, swimming, and more! Fee also includes a daily snack.

Extended Day is open to ALL students, but at this time PARA is only able to provide transportation for children who attend Rock Quarry Elementary School. Parents are responsible for transportation arrangements for any child participating in the program who attends a school other than Rock Quarry.

 

Please sign up by 1:00 p.m. ($3.00 late fee applies for attending prior to being enrolled.) Space is limited, so register early to save your child's spot! 

 

View 2024 Parent Handbook
Complete Online Registration Form

LOCATIONS

Phelps Center
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AGES

4-12

COST

Extended Day (weekly):
PARA members:

$60.00/week 
Non-members:

$70.00/week 

 

Extended Day (daily):If space allows: $17.00/day


$30.00 registration fee per child (covers administrative costs)
 

Sibling discount available*

*Discount applies to weekly rates only.(no discounts on registration fees)
*$1.00 off for second child

*$2.00 off for third+ child

Late pick up charge:
$10.00/every 15 minutes

 

Kids Night Out

Ages 4-12

Drop the kid(s) off for engaging activities and recreational fun! A dinner consisting of pizza (or something similar), juice, and dessert is included for each child. The location, cost, and amount of time varies. Please see the description for each Kids Night Out event for more details!

 

Upcoming Dates & Location:

 

Girl's Night Out | Slumber Party 

1/31/2025 | 6PM-9PM

SEE MORE INFO BELOW👇

 

Kid's Night Out | Valentine's Day Paint & Sip 

2/14/2025 | 6PM-8PM

SEE MORE INFO BELOW👇

 

PARAkids Color Run 

3/28/2025 | 6PM-10PM

SEE MORE INFO BELOW👇 

LOCATIONS

Varies (see description)

AGES

Varies (see description)

COST

Varies (see description)

 

Girl's Night Out | Slumber Party

 

AGES: 4-12

WHEN: Friday, January 31 | 6PM-9PM

WHERE: Phelps Activity Center

DEADLINE: THURSDAY, JANUARY 30


COST: $15/PARA *All Inclusive Family* Members | $20/Non-members
*Sibling Discounts Available!*

PARAkids Extended Day Student of The Month Attends FREE!

Join us for an unforgettable Girls' Night Out Slumber Party!
🎉✨

Girls ages 5-12 are invited for a night filled with fun activities, games, and plenty of giggles. We’ll have games, karaoke, cookie decorating, bead necklaces to unleash your creativity, and more!


Girls will also have a chance to win a $50 Starbucks gift card for wearing the best PAJAMAS!
Chick-Fil-A will be provided.

 

Come ready to make new friends and memories that will last a lifetime! 💖🥳

 

 

Kid's Night Out | Valentine's Day Paint & Sip 

 

AGES: 4-12

WHEN: Friday, February 14 | 6PM-8PM

WHERE: Belk Activity Center


COST: $10/PARA *All Inclusive Family* Members | $12/Non-members
*Sibling Discounts Available!*

PARAkids Extended Day Student of The Month Attends FREE!

Transportation option available to parents of students enrolled in PARAkids Extended Day Program. Students will depart from the Phelps Activity Center to the Belk Activity Center at 5:00 p.m.

Celebrate love and creativity this Valentine’s Day with a fun-filled Paint & Sip event designed just for kids! Little artists will enjoy an Evening of guided painting, delicious kid-friendly drinks, Food, and lots of Valentine’s cheer.
This is the perfect opportunity for kids to express their creativity, make new friends, and bring home a heartfelt piece of art for someone special!

Let’s paint, sip, and celebrate Valentine’s Day in a way your child will love! ❤️

 

 

PARAkids Color Run 

 

AGES: 5-12

WHEN: Friday, March 28 | 6PM-10PM

WHERE: Phelps Activity Center


COST: $20/PARA *All Inclusive Family* Members | $25/Non-members
*Sibling Discounts Available!*

PARAkids Extended Day Student of The Month Attends FREE!


Prepare for an unforgettable evening of friendly competition, team spirit, and non-stop excitement! From the moment you arrive, the energy will be electric as we start the night off with hot dogs and hamburgers, then a series of thrilling challenges, the color run, water relays, a bounce house, fun game rotations, prizes, and more!

Drinks and snacks will be available throughout the night to keep you energized and ready for action.

The evening will culminate with a celebration of champions, featuring awards for the winning teams (Boys vs. Girls), recognition for outstanding team spirit, and special MVP shoutouts. Whether you’re here to compete or just cheer on your friends, this will be a night to remember.

Bring your game face, wear your team colors (Boys Blue – Girls Pink), and let’s make it a night filled with laughter, camaraderie, and unforgettable moments. Don’t miss out—register now and be part of the excitement!

Don’t forget to drop the kids off with a change of clothes & towel!

 
 
 

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