Important Reasons Your Child Should Be Enrolled In An Afterschool Program

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IMPORTANT REASONS YOUR CHILD SHOULD BE ENROLLED
IN AN
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AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM
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• As a parent, the time between when school gets
  out and you get home can be one of the most
  stressful times of the day.

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• While you may know that you can trust your child,
  getting home, completing homework and staying
  safe are all tremendous responsibilities for a
  child at any age.

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Fortunately, after school programs are tremendous
assets for parents that you can use to reduce the
worry for both you and your child.
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Here are the most important benefits that your
family can enjoy when you enroll your child in an
after school program.
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• HEALTH AND SAFETY BENEFITS

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• One of the first reasons why you may consider an
  after school program is to ensure the safety of
  your child.

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• Young children are often not equipped to handle
  emergencies that may arise, and a quality after
  school care program will include staff members
  with CPR and First Aid training.

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• In addition to the close supervision that your
  children will receive, you can also know that
  they have safe transportation available when you
  choose a local after school program that offers
  this option.

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• Nutritious snacks and physical activities will
  also help to give your child the fuel they need
  for healthy development.

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• ACADEMIC SUPPORT

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• Busy parents know that trying to prepare dinner,
  complete homework and connect with their child
  can all seem impossible to do in the few hours
  left after work.

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• For this reason, after school programs focus on
  providing targeting academic instruction that can
  help your child focus on the areas of learning
  that they need most.

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• From homework completion to individual tutoring,
  you can arrange for academic services that will
  increase your childs chances for success.

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• EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

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• All work and no play can make for a very unhappy
  child.

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• However, young children who go home after school
  have limited options for releasing their energy
  and exploring new interests.

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• In an after school program, children have
  opportunities to expand their learning with
  activities that include gymnastics, robotics
• and drama.

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• Outdoor fun is also encouraged, and activities
  such as learning to rock climb or planting a
  garden can teach valuable skills that transfer to
  academic success.

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• When children attend an after school program that
  encourages taking risks and exploring the world
  around them

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• they get excited about learning and cannot wait
  to see what will happen each new day.

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• EMPOWERMENT AND MOTIVATION

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• During their early years, a childs confidence is
  developed through their academic and after school
  experiences.

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• Therefore, it is important for children to know
  that they have the support of other adults
  outside their family who understand the
  importance of developing self-esteem.

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• At an after school program, children are
  encouraged to strive for their greatest
  potential, and trained staff members scaffold
  their learning while offering opportunities for
  greater independence.

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• Helping other students, mastering a new skill and
  being recognized for their achievements all help
  children to be empowered to reach new heights.

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• Finding the right childcare arrangements for
  after school is one of the most important
  decisions you will make as a parent.

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• By enrolling your child in an after school care
  program you can enjoying hearing all about your
  childs fun afternoon when you get home

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• while knowing that they received the full
  benefit of a well-rounded program that supports
  their learning and development.

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• Let your kids enjoy the after school program
  experience at Maplewood Summer Day Camp.

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• Experienced staff will keep your child both safe
  and busy with arts and crafts, games, water
  sports, gymnastics and more.

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• Visit the site at http//www.maplewoodyearround.co
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• Maplewood Country Day Camp
• and Enrichment Center
• 150 Foundry St. (Route 106)
• PO Box 88 (Mailing)
• South Easton, MA 02375
• Email info_at_maplewoodyearround.com
• Telephone [phone]
• FAX [phone]