The program includes a diverse group of children who are able to learn from and grow with one another. Our staff fosters the development of friendships as well as teamwork and personal growth, encouraging independence, cooperation and freedom of choice within set limits.
Open to everyone, Clubhouse cultivates an understanding of Jewish cultural heritage through the celebration of Shabbat and Jewish holidays.
DAILY SCHEDULE
• Clubhouse is open Monday-Friday after school until 6 pm. Arrival time is between 3-4 pm
• Children are met at their bus stops by counselors, checked in and accompanied by counselors to their homerooms.
• Kosher snacks such as fresh fruit, crackers, yogurt, pita and cereal are available in homerooms.
• All children have the option to do homework with active help from counselors.
• Children are grouped by grade into homerooms where games and activities are available.
• At 4:15pm, students transition to activities. Each group will have three activities a day, at least one activity will be a scheduled group activity and at least one activity will be a chugim/club option where kids can choose what activity they would like to go to. Activity options include STEM, cooking, music, zen den, BINGO, nature, dance, mind & body, sports, art, shabbat, and many more!
• By 6 pm, all children must be picked up and signed out by their parents or guardians. A $25 fee will be charged to your account for pickup after 6:05 pm
HOMEWORK
Based on parent preferences, children will complete all homework before participating in activities, or may finish homework at home.
DATES AND TIMES
Clubhouse is Monday through Friday, from the time school ends until 6 pm. The program begins at the end of the summer when Pittsburgh Public Schools begin and follows local private and public school calendars.
ACTIVITIES CAN INCLUDE:
- STEM activities like lava lamps, robotic making, etc.
- Cooking
- Sports like pin knockdown, soccer, etc.
- Nature like walks, scavenger hunts
- Music
- Dance
- Mind & Body
- Chess games
- Art
- Shabbat
- Field Trips to library and parks
OUR STAFF
We know the key to a positive after school experience is the quality of the staff. Clubhouse staff nurture the potential of children of all abilities and backgrounds, creating an environment that fosters engagement and inclusion. Staff members model and teach positive behaviors to our children. These include teamwork, active listening, leadership, problem solving, empathy and enthusiasm. In compliance with the PA Department of Human Services, from which we are licensed, all staff go through an interview process and extensive background check before being hired. All Clubhouse staff are required to complete training prior to their start in the program, and monthly throughout the school year, which include topics like positive behavior support and group management training, back pocket games, values, Red Cross Pediatric First Aid/CPR/Safety training, emergency preparedness, walking bus safety, etc.
