• Program Information

    The Park Ridge EXTRAS Program offers before and/or after school care, along with a summer program. The after school program provides recreational activities and time to complete homework. It is located in the Media Center at each of the elementary schools in Park Ridge.

    Parents are responsible for transportation to and from the program.

    Before school care starts at 7:30 a.m.

    After school care starts at 3:20 p.m. and ends at 6:15 p.m. 

    On half-days, EXTRAS starts at 1:00 p.m.

    ELIGIBILITY: Any Park Ridge Public School Student enrolled in kindergarten through 6th grade is eligible to attend.

     STAFF
    Our staff consists of certified teachers who are chosen to give special care and individual attention to each child. We maintain a healthy staff/children ratio. Included in our staff are adult assistants, student aides, and a program coordinator.

    ACTIVITIES
    EXTRAS activities are designed to enhance your child's day in a safe and nurturing environment.

    Our staff provides a variety of activities including FREE RECREATION TIME IN THE GYM AND OUTSIDE, ARTS AND CRAFTS, GAMES, AND HOMEWORK ASSISTANCE.

    Please note:  If your child is registered for a specific day and is not attending, you must write a note to your child's teacher and a note to the EXTRAS program is required.  If not, we will not release your child from EXTRAS.