CdlH PROGRAMS:

Partners After-School Program

The Partners After-School Program located in Long Beach at East Elementary School provides academic and social enrichment activities for youth from kindergarten through fifth grade. The mission of Partners after-school is to foster a partnership among family, school and community to provide quality after-school care. Partners is dedicated to providing a safe and supervised after-school education, enrichment and recreation program, which supports the overall well-being of children.

Children participate in age-appropriate activities under the supervision of qualified staff. The program provides daily snack, homework assistance, and a unique curriculum that balances free choice with structured enrichment activities. The enrichment component includes recreational outdoor/indoor play, visual and expressive arts, dance, computers, board games and imaginative play. In addition, educational support and prevention activities include peer mediation and small group activities, community service learning and nutrition awareness activities.

Program Requirements:

Please call for registration information and specific details. Registration takes place in the summer.

Location:

26 West Park Avenue
Long Beach, New York 11561
Program operates out of East Elementary School.

Days and Hours of Operation:

After-school operates from 3:00 to 6:00 pm at East Elementary School.

Contact Person:

Sari Vayda
svayda@cdlh.org
Telephone: (516) 431-1135
Fax: (516) 431-2307

To download Registration form, click on the appropriate link below:

Registration Form in English
Registration Form in Spanish

Activity:	Dates:	Time:	Location:
AFTER SCHOOL TUTORING Elementary School children only	Tues., Wed., Thurs.	3:00PM-4:45PM	26 West Park Ave
DESCRIPTION: Elementary Students from Bilingual and Dual Language programs are assisted with their daily homework assignments for one and a half hour three times a week in a group setting. Transportation is provided directly from the Long Beach Elementary Schools to the Program site.
CULTURAL SATURDAYS For Ages 6 to 12	Saturday (Starts February 17th and ends May 11th)	12:45PM-4:00PM	26 West Park Ave.
DESCRIPTION: Children are broken up into age groups and enjoy 1 hour of history discussing the various Hispanic countries in their native language; 1 hour of arts and crafts; 1 hour of Hispanic folkloric dance. This program is for Hispanic and non - Hispanic students interested in learning about Hispanic culture
TAE-KWON-DO For Ages 6 to 12	Saturday Starts February 17th and ends May 11th	11:30AM-12:30PM 12:30AM-1:30PM	R.K.Gould Tae-Kwon-Do 160 West Park Ave
DESCRIPTION: Two sessions are offered- the first session is reserved for those students who want to register for cultural Saturday programs as well. The Tae-Kwon-Do classes teach children discipline, concentration, and personal self-defense. First-time students are required to purchase a uniform directly from the karate school.
MODERN DANCE For Ages 10 to 17	Friday (Starts February 16th and ends May 11th)	4:30PM-6:00PM	26 West Park Ave.
DESCRIPTION: The youth registered for this course will learn Latin American dances such as salsa, merengue, cumbia and more.
BASKETBALL For Ages 14 to 20	Friday (Starts February 16th and ends May 18th)	7:00PM-10:00PM	Middle School Gym
DESCRIPTION: Youth meet at 6:30PM at 26 West Park Ave and are transported to the Middle School Gym. Youth are broken up into teams and are supervised by a coach
SPANISH GUITAR For Ages 9 to adult	Tuesday (Starts February 13th and ends May 11th)	4:30PM-5:30PM 5:30PM-6:30PM	26 West Park Ave
DESCRIPTION: Two sessions are provided: the first session is for beginners who have never taken Spanish guitar. The second session is for those who have basic knowledge and are interested in developing their skills. A guitar will be provided for class use; however students need to purchase their own in order to practice independently at home.
YOUTH COMMITTEE	Friday (Starts February 2nd and ends June 1st)	4:30PM-6:00PM	26 West Park Ave.
DESCRIPTION: The Youth will meet to discuss social issues in the community. They will also have the opportunity to participate in Career and Work Development Workshops.