Afterschool Enrichment Programs
Fox Valley Park District
EPIC!
EPIC! after-school program is designed to give students the opportunity to explore, play, imagine, and connect after school. This program is held at the Prisco Community Center for students at Nicholson, Schneider, and Smith Elementary Schools for Kindergarten through 5th grade.
General Information
• Students will participate in games, crafts, enrichment opportunities, and dedicated homework time.
• An afternoon snack is provided for students.
• The program operates Monday through Friday after school until 6:00 p.m., with select non-attendance days following the school district calendar.
• West Aurora School District 129 After School Bus (4:30 p.m.) is available for students in grades 1-5. In an effort to ensure student safety of our youngest students, kindergarteners are not eligible to receive evening transportation.
• Child to staff ratio at 10:1
• All Staff are CPR, AED & First Aid Certified, and screened: State Background Check, Sex Offender Registry Check, and Address and Social Security Verification.
Registration
- Families can register in person at all Fox Valley Park District Community Centers or visit the Fox Valley Park District online registration page through August 3, 2026.
- Beginning August 4, 2026, participants will be placed on a waitlist. If space becomes available, families will be contacted to complete the registration process.
2026-27 Fees:
Non-Refundable Deposit of $20
| Monthly | Annual | |
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| General Fee | $240 | $2,160 |
| Access Fee - Level 1 | $180 | $1,620 |
| Access Fee - Level 2 | $120 | $1080 |
| Access Fee - Level 3 | $60 | $540 |
Access Fee
• We strive to make the EPIC After-School Program accessible to every child, regardless of economic, physical, or social barriers.
• EPIC offers a fee structure that includes the ACCESS Monthly Rate, a reduced-cost option for qualifying families.
• Families will need to register for EPIC and pay the registration fee and sign up for the electronic financial monthly payments. Fully complete the access fee application and submit it to the Guest Services desk at the Prisco Community Center or the Cole Administration Center.
• Applications will be reviewed and communication will be sent to registrants about their approved monthly fee.
• For more information on the ACCESS fee please visit the EPIC! website.
BACC Pack
BACC Pack is held at the Vaughan Athletic Center for students at Fearn, Freeman and Hall Elementary Schools for Kindergarten through 5th grade. This extended care program provides solutions for families in our community, by offering a combination of arts and crafts, playtime, and after-school snacks, under the supervision of qualified, caring staff. It is our goal to provide quality care for participants before and after the normal school day.
General Information
• Before care is available starting at 6:30 a.m. until the bus arrives at the Vaughan Center. After care is after school until 6 p.m.
• Flexible options for Before Care, After Care, or both
• Child to staff ratio of 10:1
• Bussing: Bussing schedules will be released one week before school begins
• Students will participate in games, crafts, enrichment opportunities, and dedicated homework time.
• An afternoon snack is provided for students.
• All Staff are CPR, AED & First Aid Certified, and screened: State Background Check, Sex Offender Registry Check, and Address and Social Security Verification.
Registration
- Families can register in person at all Fox Valley Park District Community Centers or visit the Fox Valley Park District online registration page through August 3, 2026.
- Beginning August 4, 2026, participants will be placed on a waitlist. If space becomes available, families will be contacted to complete the registration process.
2026-27 Fees:
Non-Refundable Deposit of $50
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| General Care | $116 | $1,044 |
| After Care | $270 | $2,430 |
| Before & After Care | $386 | $3,474 |
Program Schedule
August 13th, 2026 –
May 20th, 2027
2:25 PM – 5:30 PM
(Monday – Friday)
For more information, including the Parent Handbook, click the button below.
Boys & Girls Club
The Boys & Girls Club of North Central Illinois offers after-school services to Fearn, Freeman, Greenman, Goodwin, Hill, McCleery, and Nicholson elementary schools, in addition to Herget Middle School. At the Club, we aim for each youth member to have fun in a safe environment, while fostering supportive relationships with staff and peers, exposing youth to unique program opportunities, and recognizing members for their efforts and accomplishments.
The Basics:
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Our program features a low-to-no cost membership free structure, providing sliding scale fees to ensure that all students interested in participating are able to join. Approximately 80% of families are eligible to participate in our programs for free.
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Elementary programs at Fearn, Freeman Greenman, Goodwin, Hill, Nicholson, and McCleery are offered daily from dismissal until 6:00pm, Monday through Friday, on full days, when school is in session.
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Close-to-home evening transportation is provided for 1st through 5th grade students at 4:30pm.
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In an effort to ensure student safety of our youngest students, kindergarteners are not eligible to receive evening transportation. Instead, we kindly ask that parents or guardians pick them up directly from our Club location. Our program concludes daily at 6:00 P.M., providing ample time for caregivers to arrive and collect their children.
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Herget Middle School's program is offered on Fridays from dismissal until 6:00pm.
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Close-to-home evening transportation is provided for Herget Middle School students at 5:15pm.
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A 1:15 staff-to-student ratio is maintained to ensure that members get the support and attention needed from our team of youth development professionals.
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Nutritious snacks are provided daily after school.
What We Offer:
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Academic Enrichment – Students receive assistance with their daily homework assignments, in addition to hands-on learning activities that promote literacy and STEM.
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Social Emotional & Community Building Activities – Our students participate in positive community activities that develop social skills and relationship building.
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Sports & Recreation - Activities will build self-esteem, positive communication skills and promote physical fitness, leadership skills and working as a team.
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The Arts – Visual arts, crafts, and performing arts help promote creativity and self-expression.
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Extras – In partnership with local businesses, students have the opportunity to participate in field trips and engage with leaders in the community.
HOW TO JOIN
- Register online via our MyClubHub parent portal.
- All elementary families must complete a Membership Fee Determination Form as a second step to the application process. Low to no-cost program.
- Completed applications will receive a confirmation email with the child’s start date, or indication if the child is on a waitlist.
- Call our bilingual team at 847-608-5017 for more information or enrollment support.