Welcome to the BCSS Before & After School Program! We are excited to have your child join us for a year filled with fun, learning, and new friendships. Our dedicated staff is committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment where every child can thrive.

We look forward to a wonderful year ahead and are thrilled to have your family as part of our program. Thank you for entrusting us with your child’s care and growth.

Program Overview

Our program is designed to support both children and families by providing a structured, engaging environment before and after regular school hours. We offer a variety of activities—including homework assistance, arts and crafts, sports, and games—all aimed at promoting your child’s social, emotional, and academic development. The program is open to students Pre-K through 5th Grade.

Program Registration, Fees & Payments

To register your child for the program, please complete and submit the online registration form. Students will be selected on a first-come, first-served basis and in accordance with school guidelines. Parents/guardians will be notified of their child’s acceptance via the email address provided on the registration form. Once the program reaches capacity, any additional students will be placed on a waiting list. A $35 annual registration fee per child is required within 48 hours of the acceptance notification to reserve your child’s spot. A payment link will be included in the acceptance email. If payment is not received within 48 hours, the spot will be offered to the next student on the waiting list.

Fees: Students enrolled in the BCSS Before & After School Program will be charged weekly, regardless of their attendance. If the program is open three or more days in a given week, the regular weekly rate will apply. If the program is open two days or fewer, the weekly rate will be prorated.

• Before School Care Fee $15.00/week
• After School Care Fee $80.00/week
• Before & After School Care Fee $95.00/week

Payments: Payment for each week is due on the Friday before services are scheduled to be provided and must be made online. Cash and checks will not be accepted.

Late Payments: If payment is received after the due date, a $10.00 late fee will be added to the balance, and the total amount will be due immediately. Accounts must be current for students to attend. If an account becomes more than one week past due, the student will be removed from the program.

Late Pickup Fees: A late pickup fee will be assessed if a student is not picked up by 6:00 PM from After School Care. A fee of $5.00 per minute will be charged for each minute after 6:00 PM.

This fee will be added to the following week’s balance and must be paid prior to the student’s participation in the program that week.

2026-2027 Program Calendar & Hours of Operation

The program follows the BCSS school calendar and will be closed whenever Barrow County Schools are closed. In the event of an unexpected closure due to emergency or inclement weather, the program will also be closed. If Barrow County Schools dismisses early due to emergency or inclement weather, student dismissal will follow the instructions provided on the Emergency Instructions form. Student attendance does not impact the weekly rate for enrolled students. If the BCSS Before & After School Program operates three or more days in a given week, the full weekly fee will be charged. If the program operates two days or fewer, the fee will be prorated.

Start Date: The BCSS Before & After School Program will begin on August 3, 2026. Please note: There will be no before or after school care on the first day of school.

End Date: The program will end on May 19, 2027. Please note: There will be no before or after school care on the last day of school.

2026-2027 Hours of Operation

The program will operate during the hours outlined below. Parents may drop off/pick up enrolled students at any time within this window. Late drop off or early pick up does not impact the weekly rate for enrolled students.

Before School Care Hours: 6:30 AM until the start of the school day (7:00 AM)

After School Care Hours: Dismissal (2:00 PM) until 6:00 PM

Emergency Procedures for Late Pickups: Program staff will attempt to contact the parent/legal guardian if a student is not picked up by 6:00 PM. If the parent/legal guardian cannot be reached, staff will contact the emergency contacts listed on the enrollment form. If no contact is made and the student has not been picked up by 6:30 PM, the principal and local law enforcement will be notified. A late pickup fee will be assessed (see Fees section for details). Students who are repeatedly picked up late (more than three times) will be dismissed from the program.

Behavior Expectations for Before & After School Program Students

The BCSS Before & After School Program follows established student behavior policies. Failure to adhere to these guidelines may result in disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal from the program at the discretion of administration.

Behavior Issues: Behavior concerns will be documented and communicated to parents/guardians in writing. Students who receive more than three written warnings for behavior will be dismissed from the program.

Additional Information:

Location: The program will be held at the school, typically in the cafeteria or gymnasium.

Meals/Snacks: Children participating in the Before School Care Program will be offered breakfast beginning at 7:00 AM. Students in the After School Care Program will be provided a snack each afternoon.

Drop off/Pick-Up: Please use the main entrance for all drop-off and pick-up. Parents/guardians must sign their child in and out each day. Only individuals listed on the enrollment form are authorized to pick up students from After School Care. A valid, government-issued ID must be presented to verify identity.

Student Safety and Health: The BCSS Before & After School Program adheres to district guidelines related to student health and safety. At the time of enrollment, please inform the program of any existing health concerns (such as allergies, diabetes, seizures, the need for medication during program hours, or any other health-related condition). When appropriate, an action plan must be submitted to the program. These forms are available within the enrollment materials and on the BCSS website. If a new health concern arises during the school year, please notify the program director in writing.

BCSS Before & After School Contact for Questions/Concerns: For any questions or concerns regarding the program, please contact the After School Program Director(s).