Expanded Learning Program - GUSD

The goal of the Expanded Learning Childcare Program is to provide a safe, engaging and nurturing environment for our students. Our program is based on the belief that children are decision-makers and may choose to participate in arts and crafts, organized games and sports, and other enriching and developmentally appropriate activities. Our program will also provide a safe space for social emotional learning and mindfulness. We have designated quiet time for students to work on homework, read, and work on a quiet activity. We emphasize that an environment in which everyone is “Safe-Respectful-Cooperative-Kind” supports our community.

After School Program Registration; April 1-June 1

After School Program, 2025-26

• August 20 -June 4th

    TK/Kdg Care Program, 2025-26

• The Kindergarten/Transitional Kindergarten Bridge Program is available from 1:30pm dismissal.
• Hours; Tk/Kdg & ASP from 1:30-5:30pm
• Hours; Tk/Kdg Bridge Only 1:30-3:00pm

• We provide after school care on all Parent Conference days beginning at the adjusted dismissal time.
• The Expanded Learning Program will be closed on two district professional development days (10/9/25 & 1/29/26) and all school holidays.

2025 Summer Thrive Registration; Feb 18 - March 30 (registration closed)

Summer Thrive, 2025

• June 11 -July 23 from 7:30am - 4:30pm at Ellwood Elementary School

Current Programs (2024-25) below: 

After School Program Child Care (ASP), 2024-25 (current year registration paused, please call office)

• August 21-June 5 from school dismissal to 5:30 or 6:00pm (school specific) on all school days.

TK/Kdg Care Program, 2024-25

• The Kindergarten/Transitional Kindergarten Bridge Program is available from TK/Kindergarten dismissal to regular school dismissal.
• Hours; Tk/Kdg & ASP from 1:30-5:30pm
• Hours; TK/Kdg Bridge Only 1:30-3:00pm