Programs - Elementary School Children

We've always offered a home-away-from-home for kids in our Afterschool program, but with our new facility there's a lot more to explore. Our programs and activities enhance how well kids do in school, boost their nutrition, help them get or stay fit, and give them skills and opportunities to make friends and have fun.

The Goodman Community Center's elementary programs for children grades K-5th are made possible by a Community Learning Center grant, the City of Madison, the United Way, and generous support of our donors. For more activities for children, check out the MSCR classes offered at the Goodman Community Center. Visit www.mscr.org.

Afterschool Childcare

For youth attending Lowell, Emerson, Marquette and Lapham elementary schools. Children are transported from Lowell and Emerson in a MMSD school bus from Marquette and Lapham in GCC vans. Drop off van routes to Brentwood Parkway and Darbo/Worthington Park neighborhoods. Goodman's after school program is state licensed and city of Madison accredited.

Days/times: Mondays from 1:00-5:30 pm and Tuesdays-Fridays 2:45-5:30 pm
Age requirements: K-5th graders
School requirement: Child must attend Emerson, Lowell, or Lapham/Marquette elementary schools
Fee: Sliding fee scale available
Registration required: Yes. Enrollment is required.
Contact: Angela Tortorice, Childcare Director
Email:angela@goodmancenter.org
Phone: 241.1574 x235

BEFORE ENROLLING >> There's often a waiting list. Before completing the lengthy Enrollment Packet, you may want to simply mail or fax this Youth Programs Interest Registration Form to the Center. One of our Afterschool staff will follow up with you to let you know if there are openings or how long the wait may be.

READY TO ENROLL? >> Download our complete Enrollment Packet

4th and 5th Grade Socials

The gym is available for recreation and sports, games, music and hanging out. The concession stand will be open for refreshments.

Day: Third Friday of the month
Times: 6:30-9:00pm
Age requirements: 4th and 5th graders
Fee: $3 per child (includes $1 worth of game tokens and a free hot dog and popcorn)
Registration required: No, but parents must complete an emergency contact form before a child can attend.
Contact: Tyrone Cratic, Athletic Director
Email:tyrone@goodmancenter.org
Phone: 241.1574 x270

Elementary Summer Camp

Goodman Community Center's state licensed and city of Madison accredited summer camp program provides a safe and enriching environment for children 5-12 years of age. At camp, children are encouraged to have fun and get outside while in the care of childcare professionals! Each week offers a theme with staff led activities, swimming lessons, arts/crafts, recreational games, visits to favorite community locations, and more! Wednesdays also include an all day field trip outside of the Madison area. Breakfast, lunch, and a PM snack are included. Children may sign up on a week-by-week basis with a 2-day minimum requirement.

Days/times: Starts Monday, June 18, and ends on Friday, August 17, running from 7:30am-5:30pm. Program will be closed Wednesday, July 4th in observance of the 4th of July holiday.
Note: All childcare programs will be closed June 11th-15th and August 20th-August 31st. All childcare programs will reopen on Tuesday, September 4th, 2012.
Enrollment: Parents have the option to enroll in the summer camp on a week by week basis, with a three week minimum.
Age requirements: 5-12 years
Fee: $175/week, with a $25 activity fee. Sliding fee scale available
Registration required: Yes. Enrollment is required.
Contact: Angela Tortorice, Childcare Director
Email: angela@goodmancenter.org
Phone: 241.1574 x235


SUMMER 2012 UPDATE >> Elementary Summer Camp for 2012 will start on June 18, 2012.

BEFORE ENROLLING >> There's often a waiting list. Before completing the lengthy Enrollment Packet, you may want to simply mail or fax this one-page Youth Programs Interest Registration Form to the Center. One of our Summer Camp staff will follow up with you to let you know if there are openings or how long the wait may be.

READY TO ENROLL? >> Download our complete Summer Camp Enrollment Packet here


Would you like to volunteer with our programs for children? Find out more about volunteering with the Goodman Community Center.

For the current schedule elementary school youth programs, check out our online activities calendar or pick up our bimonthly Goodman Guide. You can pick up a current Goodman Guide at the Center or in the most recent EastsideNews.

For more information about the Center's programs for elementary school children, contact Angela Tortorice, Elementary School Age Program Director, angela@goodmancenter.org or 241.1574 x235 or Tyrone Cratic, Athletic Director, tyrone@goodmancenter.org or 241.1574 x270.

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