The Hollidaysburg Area YMCA Child Care Programs provide support to working parents who are looking for sun, safe, affordable, and high quality care for their children. All Hollidaysburg Child Care programs are fully licensed by the state of Pennsylvania. The Y Children's Center is located 3 miles from downtown Hollidaysburg on Reservoir Road in front of Frankstown Elementary School. More information is available by contacting Sandy McGough, Child Care Director at 695-3204 or email smcgough@hollidaysburgareaymca.org.
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Y Before and After School Programs |
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| Supervised program offered in cooperation with the Hollidaysburg Area School District and Tyrone Area School District for those working parents who need childcare during the school year for their children, Kindergarten through 6th grade. | ||
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Hollidaysburg Locations |
Tyrone Location (K - 4th grade) |
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C.W. Longer |
Tyrone Elementary School |
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Foot of Ten Elementary |
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YMCA Children's Center - Frankstown |
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Allegheny 1 |
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21st Century Learning Center |
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The Hollidaysburg Area School District in partnership with the Hollidaysburg Area YMCA and Blair County Head Start have created this exciting after-school program for elementary age students in 3rd and 6th grades. Twenty-first Century Community Learning Center programs are a key component of President George Bush's "No Child Left Behind Act." Located at Foot of Ten Elementary School and C.W. Longer Elementary School, students learn new skills and discover new abilities after the school day ends. An emphasis is placed on the academic advancement of students in a relaxed, fun environment.
Healthy snacks, help with homework, fun and games, art, music, drama, field trips, and more make up this impressive program. Contact Mike Wieland, Program Director, 695-1941 ext. 8325 with any questions. |
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Camp Chimney Rocks at Dysart Park |
Camp Dysart at Dysart Park |
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June 11 - August 17 Grades K - 2 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
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June 11 - August 17 Grades 3 - 5 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
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Camp Hihowrya at YCC |
Camp Sun-N-Fun at Tyrone Elementary |
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June 11 - August 24 Grades K - 6 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
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June 11 - August 17 Grades K - 6 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
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Teen Adventure Camp |
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Monday - Friday June 11 - August 17
A great program for teens ages 12 - 16 years old. Sporting activities, museum visits, state parks, and amusement parks are a sampling of what Teen Adventure camp has to offer. |
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Explorer Series: Ages 4 - 8 |
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| Summer explorer series is designed to offer children experiences to explore a variety of themes and art forms like crafts, cooking, drama, music, and science. Explorer Series is held at the YMCA Children's Center in Frankstown. | |||
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Drama, Music and Art - oh My! |
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Session 1 June 18, 19, 20 Cooking
This program promises to be a yummy experience for all. Working in the kitchen with various types of cooking, safety tips, measuring and using recipes will be explored. |
Session 2 June 25, 36, 27 Art Exploration
Children will dabble in expressive art experiences focusing on a creative theme while using a variety of art mediums. |
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Session 3 July 2, 3, 5 Drama & Music
Imagination will play an important role as the participants learn creative expression through a variety of plays, puppetry, storytelling and more. |
Session 4 July 9, 10, 11 Science and Nature
Experiments, explorations and lots of hands-on science experiences will fill the morning of science week. |
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Kinder Club Preschool |
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The Hollidaysburg Area YMCA established its Kinder Club Preschool program in 1978 to provide a quality preschool experience for children ages 3-5 years. Degreed teachers and assistant teachers offer a structured program that helps children prepare for kindergarten by developing cognitive, social and physical skills. |
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Y Preschool at Tyrone Elementary School |
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| This program provides a quality preschool for children ages 3 to 5 years. A caring staff will offer a structured program that follows the guidelines set forth by the Tyrone Area School District's Pre-K program. This program is designed to prepare your child socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically for kindergarten. Each day will also include free play. The preschool calendar follows the Tyrone Area School District calendar. | |
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Mommy & Me Playgroup |
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| A popular innovative playgroup for toddlers (ages 18 months to 3 years) and their moms, dads, or grandparents (one adult per child per class). Interactive play, songs, finger plays, games, and art projects are a sample of what is included. Mom, dad, or grandparent will be an active participant. Milk and snacks will be provided. | |
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Next Step Preschool Program |
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| An extension of our popular Kinder Club Preschool Program, this class meets four days a week and is designed for those students, ages 4 and 5, who are preparing for Kindergarten. The Next Step Program prepares the child who seems to need just one more year to mature or the late birthday child who may not meet age requirements for Kindergarten. |
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