Chinatown

Chinatown YMCA's Afterschool Programs enriches the lives of over 600 elementary and middle school students by giving them opportunities to develop and thrive academically, socially and emotionally in a structured and caring environment.

Our programs employ highly experienced staff who guide the children through this important period of growth.

These afterschool programs support Chinatown YMCA's goal of building strong kids, strong families and strong communities.

The Chinatown YMCA University (CYU) is an after school program for youth grades K-5 who seek extra academic support. We provide homework assistance, enrichment activities, and family involvement. CYU will work closely with school teachers to develop an after school academic plan for each participant.

Our experienced tutors and program leaders will also lead enrichment activities such as cultural arts and crafts, cooking, sports, and group projects.

Fall 2011 Program
Dates: Monday through Friday, 8/15/11-12/16/11
Times: 2:30pm–6:00pm
Age: Elementary School students
Cost: $425 per semester
Location: Chinatown YMCA

Spring 2012 Program
Dates: Monday through Friday, 1/3/12-5/25/12
Times: 2:30pm–6:00pm
Age: Elementary School students
Cost: $425 per semester
Location: Chinatown YMCA

Daily Schedule:

2:30-3:00    Drop Off
3:00-4:00    Homework
4:00-4:15    Break/Snack
4:15-5:00    Enrichment/Small Group Learning
5:00-5:45    Group Activities/Project-Based Literacy
5:45-6:00    Clean up/Pick up

*Enrichment options include art projects, Reader’s Theatre, and other academic and science projects.

**Group activities may include cooking, swimming, cultural arts and crafts, group games, and relationship-building activities.

This program is made possible by the generous support of the Department of Children, Youth and their Families.

For more information or questions, contact Mandy Liu or call (415) 576-9622

Click here for the Youth Registration Form
Click here for the Pick-Up Authorization Form

John Yehall Chin Elementary After School Program

The After School Program at John Yehall Chin Elementary School, is a program for JYC students grades K – 5 with structured homework time, monthly family dinners, weekend activities and trips.

Students in our Mandarin Classes are having fun while absorbing the Chinese language through active lesson plans with games and songs. Come join the fun and learn a new language! Fifty minute Mandarin Classes are offered daily with an additional cost.

For more information, please contact Mandy Liu or 415.576.9622.

Click here for the Youth Registration Form
Click here for the Pick-Up Authorization Form

School-Based Afterschool Programs

Our school-based afterschool programs serve more than 600 students through assisting them with academic, recreational, and enrichment components Mondays through Fridays at:

• Gordon J. Lau Elementary

• Jean Parker Elementary

• Spring Valley Elementary

• Yick Wo Elementary

• John Yehall China Elementary

• Chinese Education Center

For more information, please contact Nelson Yeung or Mandy Liu or call 415.576.9622.

Click here for the Youth Registration Form
Click here for the Pick-Up Authorization Form

At AXIS, we believe that middle school students are at a crucial “axis” point in their lives that allow them to learn, lead, and empower themselves for “access” to a brighter future.

The AXIS program is structured to provide daily homework/tutoring support, in addition to a variety of activities that include:

• sports activities
• cooking projects
• music or dance
• digital media projects
• team-building activities
• workshops

Our new YMCA building is fully-equipped with facilities that provide youth with a fun and enriching after-school experience, while at the same time allowing students time to improve academic skills and develop leadership competencies.

Dates: Monday through Friday, 1/3/12-5/25/12
Times: 2:30pm–6:00pm
Age: Middle School students
Cost: $200 per semester
Location: Chinatown YMCA

This program is made possible by the generous support of the Department of Children, Youth and their Families.

For more information or questions, contact Mandy Liu or call (415) 576-9622.