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Expanded Learning After School & Summer Programs

What is Expanded Learning?

“Expanded learning means before school, after school, summer, or intersession learning programs that focus on developing the academic, social, emotional, and physical needs and interests of pupils through hands-on, engaging learning experiences. It is the intent of the Legislature that all Expanded Learning programs are pupil-centered, results-driven, include community partners, and complement, but do not replicate, learning activities in the regular school day and school year.”  - California Department of Education 

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Grant-Funded Expanded Learning Before and After School Programs

The After School Education and Safety (ASES), 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC), and After School Safety and Enrichment for Teens (ASSETs) Programs are state and federally funded programs. Grants are administered by the California Department of Education and are intended to provide safe and educationally enriching alternatives for children and youth during non-school hours.
 
The ASES, 21st CCLC, and ASSETs programs are Expanded Learning Programs designed to assist Elk Grove students and families after school and/or during the summer. This involves a partnership between home and school for the academic success of students and for the benefit of the entire family.
 
There are several components in these grant-funded Expanded Learning Programs:

  • Educational and Literacy Component that includes tutoring/ homework assistance in the core subjects (language arts, math, history/ social science, and science)
  • Educational Enrichment Component that offers students engaging activities in a variety of areas which may include visual and performing arts; physical activity; career technical education; prevention and intervention strategies; science, technology, engineering, and math; and more
  • Nutritious snack or meals offered daily that meet requirements in CA Education Code Section 49430
 
Programs are designed to assist TK through 12th grade students and their families by providing students with a place to study and learn after the school day while supporting family involvement with their student’s education. After school programs have been in operation since 2002 in Elk Grove, and the programs have become part of the District’s educational structure. ASES/21st CCLC/ASSETs Expanded Learning Programs are located at 17 elementary, 3 middle schools, and 3 high schools that serve low income neighborhoods.

 

Who Participates?

Students in transitional-kindergarten through 12th grades have the opportunity to attend at designated school sites. The EGUSD prioritizes enrollment for foster or homeless youth (identified students are accepted into the program regardless of waitlist status). Priority enrollment is given to students who are recommended by teachers or intervention staff as students who would benefit from inclusion in the Expanded Learning Program. 
 
After priority enrollment at the elementary level, other students in grades TK-6 are added through a lottery process with an initial enrollment opportunity offered to all families in the spring for enrollment in the following school year.  At the middle school level, priority enrollment is given to students who are able to attend on a daily basis. At the high school level, courses are offered based on student interest and any eligible students are invited to attend on a drop in basis. 
 
All elementary and middle school programs are taught and tutored by paraeducators at a student to staff ratio of 20:1. Additional support may be offered by credentialed teachers, bilingual teaching associates, retired teachers, future teachers from universities and high schools, parents, and community members. The high school programs are taught and tutored by credentialed teachers and paraeducators based on the needs and interests of students and do not have a minimum staffing ratio.

When Are Classes Held?

The ASES/21st CCLC Programs are open every day school is in session from the end of the regular school day until 6:00 p.m. Some sites offer additional opportunities during intersession and summer. Pre-registration for ASES/21st CCLC is required and families are expected to attend an orientation meeting explaining Expanded Learning Program guidelines. High school programs are drop-in programs offered before and after school on a daily basis with some additional opportunities on weekends or during the summer.

Expanded Learning Opportunities Program

The Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P) provides additional funding to support before and after school programs, extended summer offerings, and intersessional programs for students in grades TK-6.  The funding, authorized by AB 130, has enabled the District to expand before and/or after school programs to all elementary sites and offer full-day before and after school care for students in half day transitional kindergarten or kindergarten programs.  All programs offer a minimum of 9 hours of programming including the school day.
 
Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P) Plan
(Approved by the Board of Education on May 17, 2022)
View the (ELO-P) Plan
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Additional Expanded Learning Program Information

Expanded Learning Family Advisory Meeting Schedule
Expanded Learning Family Advisory meetings are scheduled twice per year to share information and gather input about program offerings. Please contact Susan Stewart at (916) 831-2277 Ext. 67551 for dates/times.

 

Continuous Quality Improvement

Elk Grove Unified School District seeks to evaluate and improve the quality of after school programs by engaging in a Continuous Quality Improvement process based on the Quality Standards for Expanded Learning in California. Evaluation results and action plans are available for viewing upon request.


2024 Summer Learning Programs

When will Summer Learning Programs operate?
In-person Summer Learning Programs for elementary school sites will be offered at regional locations throughout the district. Dates will be based on the school site calendar and all programs will remain open daily until 5:30 p.m. to accommodate the needs of our families. 

  • Traditional sites: June 3, 2024-July 16, 2024
  • Modified traditional sites: June 10, 2024-July 16, 2024
  • Year-round sites: July 1, 2024-July 16, 2024

Please note: all programs will be closed on June 19, 2024 in observance of Juneteenth and on July 4, 2024 in observance of Independence Day
 
In-person Summer Learning Programs for middle school students will be held at regional sites to provide targeted support for students needing remediation in English Language Arts and mathematics. Additional grant-funded opportunities will be hosted at sites with After School Education and Safety (ASES) grants. All sites will offer a “Jump Start” welcome session for incoming 7th grade students  the week before school begins. Please contact your middle school campus for additional information about Jump Start.
 
In-person Summer Learning Programs for high school students will be offered June 3, 2024-July 16, 2024 with a focus on credit-based courses.

Which students may attend Summer Learning Programs?
Students who will be in grades TK-6 in the fall may attend Summer Learning Programs at regional elementary sites. Families of preK students may contact their site for information about possible program offerings. Students who will be in grades 7-8 in the fall may be invited to attend targeted support programs at the middle school with additional opportunities for incoming 7th grade students to participate in Jump Start prior to the start of the 2024-25 school year. Students who will be in grades 9-12 in the fall who are in need of credit recovery may attend Summer Learning Programs at the high school.

What will be offered at Elementary Schools?
Regional elementary programs will include a camp-like, engaging program for TK-2 students with an emphasis on early literacy and developing reading skills. Upper elementary students will have camp-like offerings with themed activities such as Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA); Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM); Social Emotional Learning (SEL), and leadership. Please watch for additional information from  your student’s school for location and times of program offerings available for students from your school.

What will be offered at Middle Schools?
Regional middle school programs will focus on skill-building and content support for students developing their English language arts and mathematics knowledge. Additionally, Jump Start will be offered the week before school begins to provide opportunities for incoming 7th grade students to acclimate to the middle school environment. Please check with your student’s school for exact dates and times of program offerings at your school. 
 
What will be offered at High Schools?
High school programs will include  in-person credit recovery and course acceleration for students in need of credits for graduation.  Please contact your student’s counselor for additional information about credit-based courses. 
 
Please check with your student’s school for details of program offerings available for your student.