After School Programs

After School Programs
The Boys & Girls Club of Assabet Valley offers its members a variety of activities and programs to choose from. From sports programs, arts & crafts, tutoring, getting involved with the community, hanging out with friends or training to be a counselor, The Boys & Girls Club of Assabet Valley has something that is right for you!
The Club's After School Programs are for kids ages 5-18. Membership fee to participate in any after school activities is $40 for the 2012/13 school year. The Boys & Girls Club is open from 2:00pm-6:00pm in coordination with the Maynard Public Schools Schedule. For more information, please e-mail Pat Bishop, Youth Services Director @ bishop@bgcav.org.
 
CLICK HERE for a 2012/13 Membership Form.
(This membership form is for NEW members only.  If you renewing your membership, you don't need to fill out a new membership form.  Please confirm all membership information at registration at The Boys & Girls Club.)
OPEN DOOR POLICY
The Boys & Girls Club of Assabet Valley operates on an OPEN DOOR POLICY. This policy allows members to come and go at any time during the Club's after school operating hours from 2:00-6:00. Once members leave the building, they are not allowed back in on the same day unless approved by Program Director. Members are NOT required to sign out; and staff members, under normal circumstances, are not allowed to prohibit a member from leaving the facility. Thus, it is the responsibility of the child AND the parent/guardian to determine, understand and enforce whatever arrival and departure methods they see fit. Supervision is not provided once the child leaves our facility.

Please note that youth are not allowed on the Club's grounds during operating hours unless they are signed in and participating in Club activities. Members should NOT be dropped off prior to the opening of any facility, as the Club cannot be held responsible for the supervision of such youth.

Early Release Day's of School
The B&G Club will be open on all Early Release Day's of School in coordination with the Maynard Public Schools Schedule. The fee to attend the B&G Club on an early release day is $5. The $5 fee must be paid on or before the half day. Members must bring a bagged lunch.

 

 

 

 
Bring a Friend Day
The first Monday of every month is "Bring a Friend Day.” Now you can shareall the fun and excitement you are having at the Club with your friends. All "friends” will get a tour of the Club and get to participate in our daily programming at no cost.
Homework Power Hour
Everyday after school, the B&G Club offers Homework Power Hours from 2:00pm-5:00pm. This allows every member to have the opportunity to do their homework in a separate room where they are able to work quietly. The "homework room" is equipped with research materials, a full time instructor and a comfortable environment to complete all work assignments. Each member that works on their homework receives Power Points throughout the week. The members with the highest Power Point totals at the end of the month receives prizes for their hard work. The B&G Club has experienced full time college graduates and high school staff on duty to help all members with any problems or questions they might have regarding their homework.
 
This program is sponsored by The United Way of Tri County
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMS
 
Jr. CIT & CIT Programs
Orientation: Wednesday, September 19th @ 3:30pm
 
JUNIOR COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING PROGRAM
Jr. Counselor in Training (Jr.CIT) Program is designed for those members who are 12 by July 1, 2012, and who are interested in learning more about our CIT program. This program is designed to introduce participants to leadership, conflict resolution, child development, and group dynamics. Successful completion of the program and positive evaluation could lead to an invitation to be a CIT when the participant turns 13 yrs old. All potential applicants must complete an application and parental consent form in order to determine suitability for the program. Applications will be reviewed and an interview scheduled to determine if applicant possesses the necessary skills to be a Jr.CIT. All participants must be members of the Boys & Girls Club. Membership is $40/per year.
 

COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING PROGRAM

Counselor-In-Training (CIT) Program is designed for members who turn 13 by July 1, 2012, and who are interested in becoming better leaders..
This program covers a curriculum that includes such topics as leadership, conflict resolution, child development and group dynamics that leads to the making of a successful Boys & Girls Club Counselor, and a better leader. All CIT's applicants should be interested in, working with children, possess maturity, flexibility, a strong work ethic and the ability to have fun. CITs will be evaluated by the Club Staff at the end of their session. Successful completion of the program and positive evaluations could lead to the participant being invited back the following season to interview for a staff position (must be going into 10th grade to be considered.) All potential applicants must complete a CIT Application in order to determine suitability for the program. All participants must be members of the Boys & Girls Club. Membership is $40/per year.
 
Money Matters
  Wednesday, September 26th @ 3:30pm 
Ages: 12+ 
Money Matters promotes financial responsibility and independence among Club members ages 13 to 18. Participants learn how to manage a checking account, create a budget, save and invest, start small businesses and pay for college.
Spring Programs

All Spring Programs will start on the week of April 1st unless otherwise noted.
 
Drama Club
February 26-March 26 
Tuesdays
Grades 4+
2:15-3:15 PM
Come join the fun and learn the basics of theater acting from Lynda and Shannon, founders of the ACT Theater Group from Acton.
http://www.the-act.org/  

Dance Club
Ongoing until Mid-April
Thursdays
3:30-4:30 PM
Grades K+
Do you like dancing? Come learn all different types of dance from LS High School's dance team!


Maynard Scavengers

Mondays

Grades K+

3:30PM

Find a friend at this fun program that will challenge you each week to find clues and items! Each week will have a different theme, location or format

Easy Eats 

Mondays
Grades 4+

3:30-4:30 PM

Learn how to cook some basic meals. We will learn how to cook grilled cheese, mac n cheese, spaghetti, pancakes and more.

 

Lego Club 

Mondays

Grades K+

3:30-4:30 PM

Do you like creating structures out of Legos? Each week a new challenge will take place.  Test your skills and bring your creativity!

 

Hockey 

Tuesdays 

Grades +

3:30-4:30 PM

Kids will learn the basic techniques of hockey and compete in organized games.

 

Girls Club 

Wednesdays

Grades K+

4:00-5:00 PM

Girls will develop and adopt a healthy attitude and lifestyle, as well as acquire and maintain a positive self-concept.

 

Claymation 

Wednesdays

Grades 1+

3:00-4:00 PM

Claymation is a form of stop motion animation that uses clay characters and props. These characters are arranged against a backdrop and photographed, then moved very slightly and photographed again. When the pictures are strung together in a movie, the characters appear to be moving on their own. Claymation is a fun, hands-on introduction to animation, and it can expose members to a variety of careers that they might not know about. Members work in groups to create storyboards, build characters and sets then finally film and edit their own movies. The result of the program is a big payoff for members: a copy of their own movie to share with friends and family.

 

RoboTech 

Wednesdays

Grades 1+

4:00-5:00 PM

A national program teaching our members how to build and program robots. Using a very simple format from Lego, the members will build and programtheirrobots on the computer and then put their programs to the test

 

Tennis Baseball

Thursdays 
Grades K+

3:30-4:30 PM

Come to the Club for a fun packed day of tennis baseball. Boys and girls can enjoy this easy to play outdoor game.

 

The Art Experience 

Grades K+

3:30-5:00

This program encourages artistic expression among Club members through drawing, painting, collage and sculpture while providing opportunities for members to create artwork for display around the Club!

 

Field Trip Fridays 

The first 12 members to sign up will be able to go on the trip. First come, first serve. All field trips are $10/per member. Must pay in advance and be in good financial standing with the Club to attend.  

The Fridays the trip takes place are early release days of the Maynard Public School Schedule.

 

March 8th - Chocolate Envy
March 22nd - PlasterFunTime 
April 5th - Serendipity
April 26th - Give Kids a Smile Day
May 3rd - Serendipity

May 10th - Fun and Games