YKidz & Afterschool - What's New

PROGRAMS … NOW REGISTERING

If you are interested in signing up for any of our current programs, you can find registration forms on this site by clicking on the link of your choice here: (Afterschool, Summer Camp)

AFTERSCHOOL 2010-2011 REGISTRATION

The time is now to get prepared for the 2010-2011 school year by registering for YMCA Afterschool! Designed to ensure safety for children (grades K-5) while promoting healthy physical and emotion growth, helping working families and inspiring children to learn, the YMCA Afterschool Program strives to assist each child reach their full potential by offering a positive and enriching environment that encourages the development of character, leadership and cooperative spirit. YMCA Afterschool, which runs on weekdays from the time that school ends until 6:30 p.m., is also offered at convenient sites in Round Rock, Leander, Pflugerville, Taylor, Hutto, Liberty Hill and Thrall ISDs. Registration for the 2010-2011 academic year is in full swing, so hurry and sign up today!

To obtain the new registration packet and find out additional information on the YMCA Afterschool program, click here. You may also contact the Licensed Child Care Member Services Desk in Round Rock (512-615-5563) before submitting your registration materials there or at your local YMCA of Greater Williamson County branch location.

JCPENNEY ROUND-UP

Your spare change could make a difference in a child’s life during the JCPenney Afterschool Round-Up event in Round Rock! From Aug. 4-17, shoppers at the JCPenney store at 151 University Oaks in Round Rock (next to IKEA – 512-341-0764) can “round-up” their purchase to the next whole dollar and have the JCPenney Afterschool Fund donate the difference to the YMCA of Greater Williamson County to provide children in our community with access to life-enriching afterschool programs. Directly impacting the lives of children in our community couldn’t be easier.

NOW HIRING – AFTERSCHOOL COUNSELORS

If you are seeking a job that is flexible, pays well, is fun and also has career advancement potential, becoming a member of our YMCA Afterschool staff is what you have been looking for! We are currently hiring additional YMCA Afterschool Counselors at sites throughout Williamson County (serving Leander, Round Rock, Pflugerville, Hutto, Taylor, Liberty Hill, & Thrall ISDs). Here are some of the benefits of becoming a YMCA Afterschool staff member:

• Flexible Schedule & Paid Trainings
  (primarily weekdays: school dismissal - 6:30 p.m.)
• Pay Rate between $7.50 - $12.50/hour*
  (* based on education/experience)
• Weekly Schedule between 17-25 hours*
  (* based on specific position)
• Annual Bonus Opportunities*
  (* for recruitment, retention & performance appraisals)
• Tuition Assistance
• Child Care Discount*
  (*based on hours worked)
• "FREE" YMCA Membership
• Career Advancement Opportunities

If interested, contact Leigh Collins at (512) 615-7847.

ADVENTURE NIGHT

Don’t let summer pass you by without a little family adventure out at Camp Twin Lakes! Mark your calendar and plan on joining us for our annual Adventure Night presented by the YMCA Adventure Guides program on Saturday, Aug. 28 from 5:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m. While parents and children in attendance will be able to participate in a number of outdoor adventure activities (including Archery, Skills Demonstrations, Canoes, Paddleboats, Tango Tower, Petting Zoo, Face Painting, Fire Building, Orienteering, Geo-caching & more) from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., everyone will also be able to take part in our Magic Campfire event from 8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. There will also be information on hand to learn more about and sign up for the Adventure Guides program – where parents and children build and strengthen their relationship while making family outdoor adventures a staple throughout the year. Cost is only $10 per car, so don’t miss out on taking part in this ultimate family outdoor adventure expo. For additional information, stop by the Member Services Desk at the Twin Lakes Family YMCA (512-250-9622) or call Wes Seaton at (512) 615-7432.