AQUATICS PROGRAMS SPECIAL BENEFIT EVENTS CURRENT ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS DIRECTIONS
SUMMER CAMPS AFTER SCHOOL MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAM (ASMS) LEASES & RENTALS SUPPORT THE CENTER

AFTER SCHOOL MIDDLE SCHOOL
In partnership with Parents, Schools, and the Community

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2008-09 registration has begun. Contact 410-647-5843 for forms and information.

Non-refundable registration fee of $75 plus two weeks tuition payment required at registration. Cost is $65 per week during the school year.

INCLEMENT WEATHER REMINDER: If Anne Arundel County Public Schools close early or close for the day due to inclement weather, the After School Middle School Program is also closed.

To help you register, we have provided printable forms at the links listed below:

1. Registration and Program Information Manual (Word)
2. 1214 Emergency Form
3. 1215 Health Inventory Form
4. DHMH 896 Immunization Certificate (to be filled out by doctor's office)


MISSION STATEMENT

To provide a safe, supervised, & enriching after school environment that meets the developmental needs of middle school age youth.


PROGRAM COMPONENTS

* Recreational activities (both indoor and outdoor) designed to meet the physical and social needs of middle school-age students.

* Homework and study time with staff assistance.

* A variety of scheduled activities, including craft projects, game playing, occasional movies, group and socialization skill-building, & community service.

* An emotional climate characterized by positive interaction of staff members with students, as well as parental involvement and support capacities.

We desire to offer an option for children who may otherwise wait alone at home or with siblings or peers until parents return from work.


PROGRAM INFORMATION

Days & Times: 2:00pm - 6pm every day SPMS is in session. Program will open early on days when SPMS dismisses early for any reason other than inclement weather (such as staff in-service training days or SPMS early closure due to mechanical, heating or electrical problems, etc.)

Inclement Weather Policy: When SPMS is closed for the whole day or early for reasons of weather, program will also be closed.

Cost: $65/week (5-day session, fee includes daily snack) Payments are due by the end of the 2nd week in each billing period. Failure to make payments on time may result in a late fee. Receipts are provided for each payment which may be used for income tax preparation purposes.

Location: Holy Grounds Youth Center

Transportation: Provided by school bus (#124 for 2007-08) from Severna Park Middle School. Within walking distance of Severn School and St. John the Evangelist Catholic School.

Maximum Enrollment: 35 students

Food: One healthful snack per day is provided. Drinks include milk and fruit juice. Food includes fresh fruits, cheese and crackers, Goldfish crackers, pretzels, chips with salsa, pizza and assorted cookies (such as Ginger Snaps, Oatmeal Cookies and Vanilla Wafers)

Sample Schedule:
2:50-3:15pm - Transition time with snack
3:15-3:35pm - 1A - Group A - Physical Activity and Group B - Creative Activity
3:34-4:00pm - 1B - Group A - Creative Activity and Group B - Physical Activity
4:00-4:45pm - Quiet Time and Homework
4:45-6:00pm - Active Time and Elective Activities

Departure Policy: Only parents or parent-authorized persons may pick up a student. Authorization must be in written form signed by the parent. The authorized person picking up a student must enter the building and personally sign the student out each and every day.


** The ASMS program is a licensed child care provider through the Maryland Department of Education's Child Care Administration.

For additional information or if you have questions, contact the Center's office at:
phone: 410-647-5843
fax: 410-647-8122

Would you like to help us grow our new center?
Highlights from Year Round Programs

* RU Fit Exercise, Yoga and Pilates Contact Sheila Light at 410-437-1436 or see expanded website for all program dates, times and locations.

* Carter School of Dance Visit www.carterschoolofdance.com or call 410-431-5228 for all the etails.Special summer camps are available for boys and girls -- no previous dancing experience required!

* Julie Inman is offering Artworks Adult, After School and Home School Art Classes. Summer camp programs also available. For information, contact Julie at 410-571-6346 or inmanart25@yahoo.com or visit the website at www.artworksstudio.info.

* SPY Swimming and Wellspring programs -- lots of fun scheduled for this summer. Call 410-315-7779 or visit www.spyswimming.org.

* Severna Park Gymanstics - non competitive gymnastics for boys and girls from 6 months to 18 years! Program schedule is on the website at www.severnaparkgymnastics.com or call 410-925-1850.

Ways You Can Benefit the
Severna Park Community Center

Become a "Friend" and Other Ways to Help at the Center

13th Annual Golf Tournament
Save the Date!
Monday, September 8, 2008
Compass Pointe Golf Club

Annual Spaghetti Dinner
Date Announced is Saturday
October 18, 2008
at St. Martins-in-the-Field Church

For More Information Click Here

Current Monthly News and Updates

* Gypsy Fusion Belly Dancing 6 week sessions available on Tuesday evenings beginning at 7:00 (Beginning) and 8pm (Intermediate). Get information here.

* RU Fit is offering Yoga for Kids starting July 17.

* Summit Driving School will offer a Drivers Education Class here at the Center for $395. New session is being offered August 11 - August 22 from 3:15-6:15pm. and then again from September 8-September 19 from 3:00-6:00pm. October evening class schedule here. Call John Ports at 410-961-9253 or visit www.summitdrivingschool.com.

* Summer camps are here. Going Places Camp for children entering grades 6-8 still has openings. Can be paired with Swimming to help you expand your camp day. Information here.

* For a comprehensive list of all programs and activities at The Center, click here.

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