There are a wide variety of afterschool programs in school county that your child can become part of. Whether your child is active, artistic, sporty or musical, there are so many things your child can become part of that helps them grow and develop.
At CEF of Schuylkill County, we care about the welfare, health, and growth of children in Schuylkill County. Learn about all the Schuylkill afterschool programs there are and check out all of the CEF clubs and camps we offer.
YMCA Evening Programs
Speaking of sports, if you live close to the Pottsville YMCA your child can be involved with their YMCA youth sports programs. These programs have a variety of times so check to see if their children’s programs fit your schedule.
CEF Of Schuylkill County After School Programs
One of the best options for an after school program is CEF of Schuylkill County’s Good News Club. CEF partners with many local schools to help provide after school programs right at the school your child attends, so you do not have to worry about transportation. These after school programs are free, educational for your child, and always have a fun activity. Learn more about CEF of Schuylkill County’s Good News Club After School Program.
Schuylkill School Sport Groups
Schuylkill county has a wide range of sports groups your child can join as an afterschool program. The first place to check for an after school sports group is with your child’s local school district. If the sport your child is interested in is not in the season, there are premier leagues or privately run sports leagues. Check with your child’s coach to see what league they recommend.
Some sports teams you can join are:
- Soccer
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Swimming
- Volleyball
- Softball
- Football
- Tennis
- Archery
- Golf
- Cross Country
- Track
Schuylkill County 4-H Groups
Throughout Schuylkill County, there are multiple 4-H groups, outdoor groups, or troops to provide an outdoor after-school program for your child. 4-H is a great way for your child to learn and grow.
If you have a daughter, there are also a lot of Girl Scout troops your child can be involved with. You can learn more from their website or when your local troop sells girl scout cookies at Walmart or your local school.
Local Art Clubs
The Walk In Arts Center in Schuylkill Haven and the Arts Barn of Orwigsburg occasionally have events or programs your child can become part of. Alternatively, some businesses in and around the Pottsville area have art classes for children.
Academic After School Programs
Some schools have academic after school programs to help further your child’s education. Whether your child is ahead of their class or your child needs extracurricular lessons so they can catch up with their classmates, academic after school programs are a great place for them to learn.
Band & Musician After School Activities
If your child joins band they will learn a skill they can keep with them and continue to use for the rest of their life. Band or music lessons are excellent ways for your child to learn and grow in artistic skills. Find out about your school’s band after school program or have your child take private lessons from local musicians.
Youth Groups At Local Schuylkill County Churches
Many local churches have after school programs that occur weekly. Some of these are Awana for children of elementary ages, and others are independently run programs.
One of the best parts of having your child part of children and youth programs at your local church is they will get to meet children from other schools. They will also have a program that continues all the way up to high school. As your child gets older, they can go from the elementary program to the middle school youth group to the high school youth group. Find a Schuylkill County youth group for your child.
CEF of Schuylkill County partners with many local churches to help provide these programs if they do not have the staff or team members to accomplish this. You can contact us to find a local program at a nearby school or church, or we can recommend some churches that have their own youth or children’s program near you.
Martial Arts Programs
In Schuylkill County, there are a large number of martial arts programs and businesses that can provide the after school activity your child will love. Have your child learn self-defense so they protect themselves and their friends. Along with that, they will benefit from a healthy and active lifestyle.
Within Schuylkill County, there are multiple training facilities, kickboxing classes, martial arts programs, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes.
Contact CEF Of Schuylkill County
Get in contact with us to get your child involved with an after school program. If we are not at your Schuylkill School district and you would be interested in our program coming to your school, do not hesitate to reach out. We would love to work with your children at your school.